Papaverine 60mg Injection
Prescription RequiredProduct introduction
Papaverine 60mg Injection helps to expand blood vessels and increase blood flow. It is also use to treat peripheral or cerebral vascular disorders and visceral spasms in adults.
Papaverine 60mg Injection is given as an injection by health care professionals and must not be self-administered. Long-term use of this medicine can cause dependence, it can only be taken for a prolonged period if advised by your doctor.
This is usually a safe medicine, however, it may lead to a decrease in blood pressure. If you experience chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness, nausea, etc., consult the doctor immediately. It may also make you feel dizzy or sleepy, so it advised not to drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Before receiving the treatment, inform your doctor if you are on any medication for any other health condition. Patients with heart or blood pressure disorder must be cautious while receiving the prescription and they must receive regular follow-ups as per the doctor’s advice.
Uses of Papaverine Injection
Benefits of Papaverine Injection
In Peripheral vascular disease
Peripheral vascular disease occurs when narrowed or blocked blood vessels reduce blood flow to the limbs, often causing pain, cramping, or numbness. Papaverine 60mg Injection helps by relaxing and widening the blood vessels, improving circulation to the affected areas. This can ease symptoms and enhance mobility and quality of life.
Side effects of Papaverine Injection
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 Papaverine
- Breathlessness
- Chest pain
- Weakness
- Constipation
- Headache
- Flushing of face
- Sweating
- Respiratory disorder
- Tachycardia
- Fainting
- Numb penis
- Erectile dysfunction
- Penile pain
- Sedation
- Apnea (absence of breathing)
- Decreased appetite
- Priapism
- Peyronie's disease
- Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
- Dizziness
- Diaphoresis
- General discomfort
- Nausea
- Abdominal discomfort
- High blood pressure
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
- Diarrhea
- Skin rash
- Vertigo
How to use Papaverine Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Papaverine Injection works
Papaverine 60mg Injection increases blood flow to the penis by relaxing the muscles in penile blood vessels. It also affects gastrointestinal (GI), biliary, and ureteral smooth muscles.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Papaverine 60mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Papaverine 60mg Injection during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Papaverine 60mg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Papaverine 60mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Papaverine 60mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Papaverine 60mg Injection in patients with liver disease.
What if you forget to take Papaverine Injection?
If you miss a dose of Papaverine 60mg Injection, please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Do not use papaverine for longer than the prescribed treatment period as it is a habit-forming drug and may cause dependence.
- Do not consume alcohol when on treatment with Papaverine 60mg Injection, as it may worsen its side effects.
- Monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking Papaverine 60mg Injection.
- Do not drive or use any machinery after taking Papaverine 60mg Injection as it may cause dizziness.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Benzylisoquinolines Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Phosphodiesterase (non specific) inhibitor
Interaction with drugs
Taking Papaverine with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
Concurrent use may cause dry mouth, blurred vision, urinary retention, constipation, and confusion.
Watch out for symptoms such as dry mouth, increased heart rate, urination difficulties, constipation, loss of appetite or nausea and consult your doctor if you experience them.
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Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
Concurrent use may cause dry mouth, blurred vision, urinary retention, constipation, and confusion.
Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
Concurrent use may cause dry mouth, blurred vision, urinary retention, constipation, and confusion.
Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of prolonged erection of the penis, usually without sexual arousal.
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Papaverine 60mg Injection
Once A Week
47%
Once A Day
24%
Once A Month
12%
Twice A Month
12%
Twice A Day
6%
What are you using Papaverine Injection for?
Erectile dysf*
82%
Others
18%
*Erectile dysfunction
How much was the improvement?
Average
46%
Excellent
42%
Poor
12%
What were the side-effects while using Papaverine 60mg Injection?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Papaverine Injection?
With or witho*
80%
With food
20%
*With or without food
Please rate Papaverine 60mg Injection on price
Average
58%
Expensive
25%
Not Expensive
17%
FAQs
What is Papaverine 60mg Injection used for?
Papaverine 60mg Injection is used to relieve smooth muscle spasms in conditions like vascular spasm, angina, or gastrointestinal colic.
Who should not use Papaverine 60mg Injection?
People should not use Papaverine 60mg Injection if they are allergic to papaverine, have serious heart problems such as complete heart block, blood disorders like sickle cell anemia, leukemia, or multiple myeloma, or have penile implants or deformities.
What serious side effects should I watch for while using Papaverine 60mg Injection?
Call your doctor right away if you have a painful or prolonged erection lasting more than four hours, severe pain or swelling at the injection site, lumps or bending of the penis, fast heartbeat, yellowing of the skin or eyes, or severe dizziness.
Can Papaverine 60mg Injection cause permanent damage?
Yes. If not used correctly, Papaverine 60mg Injection may cause permanent scarring, fibrosis (lumps), or curvature of the penis, as well as permanent erectile problems. This is why it should only be used under strict medical supervision.
Can Papaverine 60mg Injection cause liver problems?
Yes. Papaverine 60mg Injection has been linked to liver inflammation (hepatitis) and jaundice in some cases. If you notice yellowing of your eyes or skin, stop the medicine and see your doctor.
Can Papaverine 60mg Injection cause dependence or abuse?
Yes. There are reports that Papaverine 60mg Injection may be abused and lead to drug dependence if misused. Always use it exactly as prescribed by your doctor and never receive it from untrained healthcare providers.
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- Papaverine Hydrochloride. Coral Springs, FL: Oryza Pharmaceuticals Inc.; [Accessed 05 Nov. 2025] (online). Available from:
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