Drotaverine + Paracetamol
INFORMATION ABOUT DROTAVERINE + PARACETAMOL
Drotaverine + Paracetamol Uses
Drotaverine+Paracetamol is used in the treatment of abdominal pain.
How Drotaverine + Paracetamol works
Drotaverine + Paracetamol is a combination of two medicines: Drotaverine and Paracetamol, which relieves abdominal pain. Drotaverine is an anti-spasmodic medicine which relieves spasms associated with smooth muscles. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and an antipyretic (fever reducer). It blocks the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for pain and fever.
Common side effects of Drotaverine + Paracetamol
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
Dryness in mouth, Vertigo, Nausea, Vomiting, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Hypotension (low blood pressure), Tachycardia, Sweating, Constipation
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14 Jun 2022 | 07:29 PM (UTC)
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Frequently asked questions for Drotaverine + Paracetamol
Drotaverine+Paracetamol is usually used for short term and can be discontinued if there is no pain. However, it should be continued if advised by the doctor.
The use of Drotaverine+Paracetamol is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to any of the components or excipients of this medicine. It should be used carefully in patients with alcohol dependency, or with underlying kidney or liver damage.
Drotaverine+Paracetamol contains paracetamol. This medicine is known to cause harm to the liver especially in the doses above the recommended level. Also, avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may further increase your risk of liver damage. Use of this medicine should preferably be avoided in patients with the underlying liver disease. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice any early signs and symptoms of liver damage. These symptoms may include fever, rash, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, stomach pain, dark urine, yellow skin or eyes and abnormal liver enzymes.
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Drotaverine+Paracetamol can lead to increased chances of side effects. If the recommended doses do not relieve your pain or you experience increased severity of pain, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.