Requires Prescription: Yes
Generics: Drotaverine HCl
Used For: Anti-Spasmodic
How It Works:
Drotaverine, the active ingredient in Relispa Forte, is a derivative of papaverine that exhibits antispasmodic effects by inhibiting phosphodiesterase enzymes in smooth muscles, thus relieving spasms.
Relispa Forte Usage and Safety:
Dosage: Drotaverine HCl
Side Effects:
Gastrointestinal Disorders: Rare cases of nausea, constipation.
Nervous System Disorders: Rare instances of headache, dizziness, and insomnia.
Cardiac Disorders: Rare occurrences of palpitations and hypotension.
Immune System Disorders: Rare allergic reactions including local swelling, hives, rash, and itchy skin.
Drug Interactions:
Inhibitors of phosphodiesterase enzymes, such as papaverine and its derivatives.
Levodopa.
Indication:
Treatment of smooth muscle contractions, which may cause recurrent stomach pain in the gastrointestinal tract, gall bladder, and urinary tract.
When Not to Use:
Do not use if allergic to drotaverine or any component of the product.
Avoid if you have severe kidney, liver, or heart failure.
Not recommended for use during breastfeeding.
Contraindicated for children under 1 year of age.
Relispa Forte Precautions:
Precaution:
Consult your doctor before using drotaverine. Use with caution in patients with hypotension; administer intravenously to patients lying down to minimize the risk of collapse.
Relispa Forte Warnings:
Warning 1:
Drotaverine may trigger acute attacks of porphyria and should not be used in patients with porphyria.
Warning 2:
Use with caution in patients with renal or hepatic impairment.
Warning 3:
Drotaverine may cause vertigo. Exercise caution when driving or operating machinery.
Additional Information:
Pregnancy Category:
Always consult your physician before using any medication.
Storage:
Store at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.
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