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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:39 PM IST
ANAFORTAN INJECTION is used to relieve abdominal pain associated with intestinal colic, biliary colic, renal colic, and dysmenorrhoea. It contains Camylofin which works by relaxing muscles and blocking the activity of certain natural substances in the body that cause pain. This medicine may sometimes cause side effects such as dizziness, nausea, constipation, flatulence, and diarrhoea. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition

CAMYLOFIN-25MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Khandelwal Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

for this medicine

About ANAFORTAN INJECTION

ANAFORTAN INJECTION belongs to a group of drugs called 'anticholinergics', used to reduce abdominal pain caused due to intestinal colic, biliary colic, renal colic, and dysmenorrhoea (irregular periods/menses). A muscle spasm is an involuntary contraction of a muscle that can cause a great deal of pain. These cramps can range from mild to severe.

ANAFORTAN INJECTION consists of 'Camylofin (antispasmodic)'. Camylofin helps in blocking the activity of certain natural substances in the body responsible for causing pain. It also relaxes the muscles in the stomach to relieve sudden muscle contractions. In this way, it effectively reduces abdominal pain.

ANAFORTAN INJECTION will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Some people may experience dizziness, nausea (feeling sick), digestion problems (constipation, flatulence, diarrhoea) and skin reactions (like rashes and hives). Most of the side effects of ANAFORTAN INJECTION do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

If you are allergic to Camylofin or any other medicines, please tell your doctor before receiving ANAFORTAN INJECTION. ANAFORTAN INJECTION should be taken with caution in individuals living with ulcerative colitis, tachycardia (fast heart rate) and ulcerative colitis. This medicine should be used carefully in elderly patients, and pregnant and breastfeeding women.

Uses of ANAFORTAN INJECTION

Treatment of Intestinal colic, Biliary colic, Renal colic, Dysmenorrhoea (irregular periods/menses), etc.

Medicinal Benefits

ANAFORTAN INJECTION is used in the treatment of abdominal pain.  This drug blocks the action of certain enzymes and chemicals in the body resulting in the control of contractions of muscles. This way, it relieves bloating, urinary tract infections, stomach pain, cramps and painful menstrual periods. 

Directions for Use

ANAFORTAN INJECTION will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of ANAFORTAN INJECTION

  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Appetite loss
  • Dryness of mouth
  • Digestion problems (like constipation, flatulence, diarrhoea)
  • Increased Heart Rate
  • Pupil dilation
  • Dry Skin
  • Dry Mouth
  • Difficulty Or Painful Urination
  • Photophobia

Drug Warnings

Do not take ANAFORTAN INJECTION if you have allergies to any of its components or painkillers. Please inform your doctor if you are a pregnant or breastfeeding mother before receiving ANAFORTAN INJECTION. You are recommended not to take alcohol along with ANAFORTAN INJECTION to avoid unpleasant side effects. Avoid driving or performing any other activity that requires concentration after taking ANAFORTAN INJECTION as it may cause drowsiness or blurred vision. Always keep your doctor informed about the ongoing medications or the ones you have taken in the past, including over-the-counter medicines and herbal medicines. Patients taking ANAFORTAN INJECTION and blood thinners should be monitored for appropriate coagulation and bleeding complications. If you have asthma, heart, kidney or liver conditions, inform your doctor before receiving ANAFORTAN INJECTION.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: If you are taking antidepressant medicines (Amantadine),   blood thinner (warfarin), anti-cancer drug (methotrexate), or medicines for treating tuberculosis (isoniazid and rifampicin), inform your doctor before receiving ANAFORTAN INJECTION.

Drug-Food Interactions: Intake of alcohol should be avoided while taking ANAFORTAN INJECTION.

Drug-Disease Interactions: If you have liver disease, bleeding disorder, urinary tract infection (UTI), myasthenia gravis, or high blood pressure, inform your doctor before receiving ANAFORTAN INJECTION.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • METHOTREXATE
  • AMANTADINE
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • ISONIAZID
  • WARFARIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include more glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, Vitamin D, and calcium-enriched supplements. Besides this, turmeric and fish oils can help in reducing pain and inflammation in the tissue.
  • Please do not go for heavy exercise as it may increase your abdominal pain. Instead, you can do stretching, low-impact aerobic exercise (like walking on the treadmill, bike riding, and swimming), and simple forms of yoga. You can also strengthen your muscle strength by lifting light weights and doing muscle stretching regularly.
  • Your sitting posture is important, especially when you have pain and inflammation condition. Try to sit as little as possible and only for a short time (10-15 min). Use back support like a rolled-up towel at the back of your curve to minimize pain. Keep your knees and hips at a right angle.
  • You can consume caffeine but not too much, as high caffeine intake may cause irritability, poor sleep and menstrual cramps.

Special Advise

  • Your doctor may advise regular eye examination during the use of ANAFORTAN INJECTION, as it may worsen the symptoms of glaucoma.
  • Inform your doctor if you have benign prostatic hypertrophy, or mechanical obstructions of the gastrointestinal tract, as ANAFORTAN INJECTION may worsen the conditions.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Intestinal colic: It is a cramp-like pain that originates in the small or large intestine. It is caused by a blockage that keeps food and liquid from passing through the body.

Biliary colic: It is also known as symptomatic cholelithiasis, a gallbladder attack or gallstone attack, is when a colic (sudden pain) occurs due to a gallstone temporarily blocking the cystic duct.

Renal colic: It is a type of pain you get when urinary stones block part of your urinary tract. Your urinary tract includes your kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. You can get stones anywhere in your urinary tract.

Dysmenorrhea: It refers to abdominal cramps/pain and an unpleasant sensory/emotional experience associated with irregular periods. It occurs just before or during menses. Menstrual cramps that cause throbbing pain in the lower belly during periods may vary from mild to severe. Some of the common symptoms of menstrual cramps include an aching pain in your belly (sometimes severe), a feeling of pressure in your belly, and pain in your hips, lower back, and inner thighs.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with ANAFORTAN INJECTION, which can damage your liver.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

ANAFORTAN INJECTION should be used during pregnancy only after discussing with a doctor and if the potential benefit outweighs the potential risk to the fetus.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

ANAFORTAN INJECTION should not be used if you are breastfeeding. ANAFORTAN INJECTION passes into breast milk, so it is not recommended for use during breastfeeding unless considered essential by your doctor.

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Driving

Unsafe

ANAFORTAN INJECTION may cause dizziness, drowsiness and visual disturbances, which may affect their ability to drive or operate machinery. Make sure you are not affected before driving or operating machinery.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

If you have a pre-existing history of liver disease, inform your doctor before receiving ANAFORTAN INJECTION. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If you have a pre-existing or a history of kidney diseases, inform your doctor before receiving ANAFORTAN INJECTION. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Children

Unsafe

ANAFORTAN INJECTION is not to be used in children below 12 years of age.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

KHANDELWAL LABORATORIES PVT. LTD, 79/87 D.LADPATH, MUMBAI 400 033, INDIA
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FAQs

ANAFORTAN INJECTION is used to reduce abdominal pain caused due to intestinal colic, biliary colic, renal colic, and dysmenorrhoea (irregular periods/menses).
ANAFORTAN INJECTION may take an hour to show its effectiveness, so do not take another painkiller in between to get results faster.
Some women experience painful periods, also known as dysmenorrhea. The abdominal pain of menstrual cramps may vary from mild to severe, which may also be accompanied by other symptoms, like lower back pain, nausea, diarrhoea and headaches.
To ease menses abdominal pain, you can use a heating pad or hot water bottle in the abdomen area. Do some exercise and relaxing techniques.
It is advised to tell your doctor if you are taking other medicines as ANAFORTAN INJECTION may not be advised to persons taking blood-thinner (warfarin, a medicine to treat epilepsy) and medicine to treat tuberculosis (TB).
It has been reported that the use of ANAFORTAN INJECTION can cause diarrhoea in some cases. In the case of diarrhoea, increase the intake of fluids like drinking plenty of water. If still, diarrhoea persists, inform your doctor and do as advised.

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