Drotapil Plus 80 mg/500 mg Tablet

Drotapil Plus 80 mg/500 mg Tablet belongs to the class of medicine called 'antispasmodic' combined with a painkiller, used to reduce and relieve abdominal pain and muscle spasms in the gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract and gall bladder. Abdominal (tummy) pain occurs between your chest and pelvic region (below the belly button and leg). 

Drotapil Plus 80 mg/500 mg Tablet is a combination of two drugs: Drotaverine (antispasmodic) and Paracetamol (pain killer). Drotaverine works by relieving contractions (spasms) associated with smooth muscles of the abdomen. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and an antipyretic (fever reducer). It inhibits cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes that further prevent the formation of chemical messengers called 'prostaglandins' (PGs). These prostaglandins are produced at injury sites and cause pain and swelling. By blocking COX enzyme's effect, lesser PGs are produced, which reduces mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site. Together, Drotapil Plus 80 mg/500 mg Tablet helps in relieving abdominal pain and cramps.

Your doctor will decide the dose and duration based on the severity of your pain. Common side effects of Drotapil Plus 80 mg/500 mg Tablet include dry mouth, feeling thirsty, and dizziness. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.

Let your doctor know if you use any prescription and non-prescription medications, including other vitamins, before starting Drotapil Plus 80 mg/500 mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you have any liver, heart or kidney diseases and alcohol dependency before taking Drotapil Plus 80 mg/500 mg Tablet. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding before taking Drotapil Plus 80 mg/500 mg Tablet. Drotapil Plus 80 mg/500 mg Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Drotapil Plus 80 mg/500 mg Tablet as it could lead to increased dizziness and risk of liver damage. Drotapil Plus 80 mg/500 mg Tablet should not be given to children below one year of age as safety has not been established.

Drotapil Plus 80 mg/500 mg Tablet consists of Drotaverine (antispasmodic) and Paracetamol (pain killer). It relieves abdominal pain, and muscle spasms in the gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract and gall bladder. Drotaverine works by reducing contractions (spasms) associated with smooth muscles of the abdomen. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and an antipyretic (fever reducer). It inhibits cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes that further prevents the formation of chemical messengers called 'prostaglandins' (PGs). These prostaglandins are produced at injury sites and cause pain and swelling. By blocking COX enzyme's effect, lesser PGs are produced, which reduces mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site. Together, Drotapil Plus 80 mg/500 mg Tablet helps in relieving abdominal pain and cramps.

• Dry mouth
• Feeling thirsty
• Dizziness 
• Nausea
• Vomiting

Let your doctor know if you use any prescription and non-prescription medications, including other vitamins, before starting Drotapil Plus 80 mg/500 mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you have any liver, heart or kidney diseases and alcohol dependency. Drotapil Plus 80 mg/500 mg Tablet may cause fluid retention (oedema); hence it is advised to monitor blood pressure and cardiovascular status in patients with a heart failure history. Do not take Drotapil Plus 80 mg/500 mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor know if you are pregnant and planning to conceive. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Drotapil Plus 80 mg/500 mg Tablet as it could lead to increased dizziness and risk of liver damage. Drotapil Plus 80 mg/500 mg Tablet is not recommended in children below one year of age.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Drotapil Plus 80 mg/500 mg Tablet may interact with anticoagulants (warfarin), drugs treating vomiting (metoclopramide, domperidone), cholesterol-lowering medications (cholestyramine), anti-cancer medications (imatinib) and central nervous system agents (levodopa)

Drug-Food Interaction: Alcohol consumption may cause dizziness and increases the risk of liver damage.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Before using Drotapil Plus 80 mg/500 mg Tablet, let your doctor know if you have any liver, kidney or heart diseases and alcohol dependency.

• WARFARIN
• METOCLOPRAMIDE
• DOMPERIDONE
• CHOLESTYRAMINE
• IMATINIB
• LEVODOPA

• Exercising regularly helps in muscle stretching that is 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 at least every two hours.
• Hot or cold therapy can help treat muscle spasms. Apply an ice-pack or hot-pack on the muscle for 15-20minutes.
• Stay hydrated, drink plenty of water.

• Let your doctor know that you are taking Drotapil Plus 80 mg/500 mg Tablet if you are undergoing any medical tests.
• Monitor your blood pressure regularly since Drotaverine in Drotapil Plus 80 mg/500 mg Tablet may lower your blood pressure.
• Drotapil Plus 80 mg/500 mg Tablet may cause fluid retention (oedema); hence it is advised to monitor blood pressure and cardiovascular status in patients with a heart failure history.

Abdominal pain and cramps: Abdominal pain occurs between the chest and pelvic region, generally known as stomach or tummy pain. Pain is a symptom triggered by the nervous system, causing uncomfortable sensations in the body. Muscle spasm is the sudden involuntary contractions of the muscle, 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. The common causes of abdominal pain include inflammation, infections, intestinal disorders and obstruction/blockage.