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Drotacad 20mg Injection

Drotacad 20mg Injection

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Composition

DROTAVERINE-20MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

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About Drotacad 20mg Injection

Drotacad 20mg Injection belongs to a group of medicines called anti-spasmodic agents used to treat smooth muscle spasms of the biliary tract, urinary tract, and gastrointestinal tract. It is also used to treat dysmenorrhea (painful periods) and severe spastic pain during labour. 

Drotacad 20mg Injection contains 'Drotaverine', which works by relieving contractions associated with smooth muscles of the gastrointestinal tract, gall bladder, and urinary tract. Thus, it helps in relieving pain.

In some cases, Drotacad 20mg Injection may cause side effects such as nausea, headache, dizziness, constipation, and vertigo (spinning sensation). Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy before taking Drotacad 20mg Injection. Drotacad 20mg Injection is not recommended during breastfeeding. Drotacad 20mg Injection may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Drotacad 20mg Injection

Treatment of Smooth muscle spasms

Medicinal Benefits

Drotacad 20mg Injection is an anti-spasmodic agent that is used to treat smooth muscle spasms of the biliary tract (gall bladder), urinary tract, and gastrointestinal tract (gastric/duodenal ulcer disease, spastic conditions of cardia and pylorus of stomach, irritable bowel syndrome, spastic constipation, flatulence, stomach inflammation, bowel inflammation). It is also prescribed for dysmenorrhea (painful periods) and severe spastic pain during labour. Drotacad 20mg Injection can also be used in uncomplicated labour during the cervical dilation phase to shorten the dilation and overall labour duration.

Directions for Use

Drotacad 20mg 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 Drotacad 20mg Injection

  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Constipation
  • Vertigo (spinning sensation)

Drug Warnings

Do not take Drotacad 20mg Injection if you are allergic to any components. Inform your doctor if you have low blood pressure, porphyria (blood disorder), heart problems, or liver or kidney problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy. Drotacad 20mg Injection is not recommended during breastfeeding and in children. Drotacad 20mg Injection may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Let your doctor know if you are taking prescription/non-prescription medicines, including herbal products and supplements.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Drotacad 20mg Injection may interact with an anti-Parkinson agent (levodopa).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have porphyria, low blood pressure, or severe heart, kidney or liver problems.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • LEVODOPA

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Exercising regularly helps in muscle stretching, making them less likely to spasm, tear and sprain. Mild exercises such as jogging and walking are helpful for muscle stretching.
  • Massages can also be helpful.
  • Avoid freezing and hot temperatures.
  • Avoid wearing tight-fitting clothes; instead, wear loose garments.
  • Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.
  • To avoid developing pressure sores, change your position every two hours.
  • Stay hydrated, and drink plenty of water.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Smooth muscle spasms: Smooth muscle spasm is the sudden involuntary muscle contractions, which can be painful and uncomfortable. When the nerve impulses that control the muscle movements are damaged or interrupted, it could lead to muscle spasms. Symptoms include pain and cramps.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol interacts with Drotacad 20mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy before receiving Drotacad 20mg Injection. Your doctor will prescribe this medicine only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

It is not recommended to use Drotacad 20mg Injection while breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Drotacad 20mg Injection may cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery after taking this medicine unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Caution is advised for patients with hepatic impairment. Please inform your doctor if you have liver problems before taking Drotacad 20mg Injection.

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Kidney

Caution

Caution is advised for patients with renal impairment. Please inform your doctor if you have kidney problems before taking Drotacad 20mg Injection.

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Children

Unsafe

Drotacad 20mg Injection is not recommended for use in children.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - DR30943

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FAQs

Drotacad 20mg Injection belongs to a group of medicines called anti-spasmodic agents used to treat smooth muscle spasms of the biliary tract, urinary tract, and gastrointestinal tract. It is also used to treat dysmenorrhea (painful periods) and severe spastic pain during labour.
Drotacad 20mg Injection works by relieving contractions associated with smooth muscles of the biliary tract, urinary tract, and gastrointestinal tract.
Drotacad 20mg Injection should be used with caution in case of hypotension (low blood pressure). Regular monitoring of blood pressure levels is advised while taking Drotacad 20mg Injection.
Consult your doctor if you are taking levodopa as Drotacad 20mg Injection may reduce the anti-Parkinsonian effects of levodopa, leading to worsening tremors and rigidity.
Vertigo might be a side-effect of Drotacad 20mg Injection. Consult your doctor if you experience spinning sensations or loss of balance.
Drotacad 20mg Injection may be indicated in the treatment of dysmenorrhea (painful periods). Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Drotacad 20mg Injection is usually given if the patient is unable to take medicines by oral route or when immediate relief from smooth muscle spasms is required.
Consult your doctor to reassess your condition and to determine if different treatment is necessary. But do not self-medicate. Stomach pain can be due to various reasons including infections, food poisoning, menstruation, allergies, ulcers, etc.
No, Drotacad 20mg Injection is not a steroid. It is an antispasmodic medication that contains drotaverine, which helps relieve pain caused by smooth muscle spasms.
The common side effects of Drotacad 20mg Injection are nausea, vomiting, dry mouth and vertigo (spinning sensation). If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

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