Drotitec 40mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Drotitec 40mg Tablet is an antispasmodic medicine. It is used in the treatment of menstrual pain and abdominal pain. It provides relief from pain due to smooth muscle spasms like menstrual pain, pain due to kidney stones, pain due to biliary stones, and gastrointestinal colicky pain.
Drotitec 40mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, but better to take it at the same time every day for better results. The dose and how often you take it depend on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, and dryness in the mouth. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. It may also make you feel dizzy due to low blood pressure, if that happens take precautions while driving.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had severe heart disease or have blood pressure issues, or you have liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Your doctor may check blood pressure regularly while taking this medicine.
Uses of Drotitec Tablet
Benefits of Drotitec Tablet
In Pain relief
Drotitec 40mg Tablet effectively relieves sudden muscle spasms or contractions in the stomach and intestine (gut), thereby improving the pain. This helps to treat abdominal pain (or stomach pain) as well as cramps, bloating and discomfort associated with menstrual cycles or kidney stones also. Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Eventually, it will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
Side effects of Drotitec Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Drotitec
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dryness in mouth
- Vertigo
- Constipation
- Fast heart rate
- Sweating
How to use Drotitec Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Drotitec 40mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Drotitec Tablet works
Drotitec 40mg Tablet is an anti-spasmodic medicine which relieves contractions (spasms) associated with smooth muscles in the abdomen.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Drotitec 40mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Drotitec 40mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Drotitec 40mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Drotitec 40mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
As Drotitec 40mg Tablet may cause vertigo.
As Drotitec 40mg Tablet may cause vertigo.
Kidney
CAUTION
Drotitec 40mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Drotitec 40mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Drotitec 40mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Drotitec Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Drotitec 40mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Drotitec 40mg Tablet helps relieve pain due to smooth muscle spasms such as menstrual pain, pain due to kidney stone, and colicky pain.
- Take it as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
- It may cause a drop in your blood pressure. Monitor your blood pressure regularly and inform your doctor if you have a history of low blood pressure.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Drotitec 40mg Tablet may cause dizziness.
- Inform your doctor if you have severe kidney, liver, or heart disease.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Papaverine Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Phosphodiesterase-IV (PDE-4) Inhibitors
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is a Drotitec 40mg Tablet used for?
Drotitec 40mg Tablet is an antispasmodic medicine used to relieve muscle cramps and pain caused by conditions like stomachache, menstrual cramps, kidney stones, irritable bowel syndrome, and IBS.
Can I take Drotitec 40mg Tablet during periods?
Yes, Drotitec 40mg Tablet is commonly used to relieve menstrual cramps and lower abdominal pain during periods. However, for safer and better results, it is advised to consult a doctor before taking Drotitec 40mg Tablet without supervision.
What are the serious side effects of Drotitec 40mg Tablet?
Though rare, serious side effects of Drotitec 40mg Tablet may include allergic reactions (rash, swelling, difficulty breathing), irregular heartbeat. Seek medical help if any of these occur.
Who should not take Drotitec 40mg Tablet?
Individuals should avoid taking Drotitec 40mg Tablet if they are allergic to it, have severe liver, kidney, or heart problems, or are breastfeeding (unless advised).
Can I take Drotitec 40mg Tablet with other painkillers?
Yes, Drotitec 40mg Tablet is often used along with other pain medications, but always follow your doctor's advice to avoid drug interactions.
Is Drotitec 40mg Tablet habit-forming or addictive?
No, Drotitec 40mg Tablet is not addictive and does not cause dependency. It is considered safe when used as directed.
Can Drotitec 40mg Tablet be used for kidney stone pain?
Yes, Drotitec 40mg Tablet may help relieve sharp pain caused by kidney stones by relaxing the urinary tract muscles. However, your doctor may consider its injection for faster benefit instead of Drotitec 40mg Tablet.
What precautions should I take while using Drotitec 40mg Tablet?
While taking Drotitec 40mg Tablet, you should avoid alcohol. Do not drive or operate machinery if you feel dizzy, and inform your doctor about any liver or kidney issues.
Can I take Drotitec 40mg Tablet daily for long-term pain?
Drotitec 40mg Tablet is meant for short-term relief. Do not use it for long durations without a doctor's supervision.
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Name: Indoco Remedies Ltd
Address: Indoco House, 166 CST Road, Santacruz (E), Mumbai 400 098, INDIA
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: October, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Drotitec 40mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: October, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Drotitec 40mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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