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Last Updated Nov 23, 2024 | 4:27 PM IST
Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection is used to treat Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and Dysmenorrhea (pain during menses periods). It contains Dicyclomine (antispasmodic) and Diclofenac (Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory disease/ pain killer), which relieves abdominal pain and cramps. It prevents sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thus reducing cramps, bloating, pain and discomfort.
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About Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection

Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection is a combination drug primarily used to treat Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and abdominal cramps due to dysmenorrhea (painful irregular periods). Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic disease that affects the large intestine and will require long-term management. Signs and symptoms involve abdominal pain, cramping, gas, bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, or both. Dysmenorrhea (Menstrual cramps) is throbbing, aching pain and cramps in your lower belly before and during your period.

Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection contains two medications: dicyclomine (antispasmodic) and diclofenac (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), both of which reduce abdominal pain and cramps. Dicyclomine works by relaxing the stomach and intestinal muscles (intestine). It reduces cramps, bloating, pain, and discomfort by preventing abrupt muscle contractions (spasms). They efficiently alleviate pain when used together.

A qualified healthcare doctor will administer Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection. Sometimes, you may experience common side effects, such as nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting, loss of appetite, sleepiness, dry mouth, weakness, dizziness, nervousness, heartburn, and blurred vision. These side effects do not require medical attention and subside over time. However, consult your doctor if the side effects persist for longer.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any contents present in this medication. If you have heart problems, high blood pressure, or asthma, discuss this with your doctor before taking this. Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection is not recommended for children under the age of 12. If you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor right away. To avoid undesirable side effects, you should not drink alcohol while using the Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection.

Uses of Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection

Treatment of Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and Dysmenorrhea (pain during menses periods)

Medicinal Benefits

Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection is a combination drug primarily used to treat Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and abdominal cramps occurring due to dysmenorrhea (painful irregular periods). Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection is composed of two medicines: Dicyclomine (antispasmodic) and Diclofenac (Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory disease/ pain killer) which relieves abdominal pain and cramps. It prevents sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thus, relieving cramps, bloating, pain and discomfort.

Directions for Use

Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection dose will be administered to your vein by a qualified healthcare professional. Hence do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Vomiting
  • Loss of appetite
  • Sleepiness
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Weakness
  • Dizziness
  • Nervousness
  • Heartburn
  • Blurred vision.
  • Injection site reactions

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any contents present in this medication. If you have heart problems, high blood pressure, or asthma, discuss this with your doctor before taking this. Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection is not recommended for children under the age of 12. If you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor right away. To avoid undesirable side effects, you should not drink alcohol while using the Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection interacts with other pain relievers (e.g., ketorolac, pentazocine, paracetamol), anticancer medications (e.g., methotrexate, altretamine, busulfan), a blood thinner (e.g., apixaban), medicines for joint swelling (e.g., celecoxib), medicines for lowering blood pressure (e.g., ramipril), and urinary alkalinizer (e.g., potassium citrate)

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid consuming alcohol during treatment with Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection may interact with conditions, including liver disease, bleeding disorder, myasthenia gravis, asthma, gastrointestinal toxicity, high blood pressure, or alcoholism.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • KETOROLAC
  • PARACETAMOL
  • RAMIPRIL
  • METHOTREXATE
  • BUSULFAN
  • APIXABAN
  • CELECOXIB
  • PENTAZOCIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include more glucosamine, chondroitin sulphate, Vitamin D, and calcium-enriched supplements. Besides this, turmeric and fish oils can help reduce inflammation in the tissue.
  • Do not do heavy exercise as it may increase your joint pain in arthritis. Instead, you can do stretching, low-impact aerobic exercise (like walking on a treadmill, bike riding, and swimming), and simple forms of yoga. 
  • In chronic conditions of arthritis or joint pain, add fish (like salmon, trout, tuna, and sardines) to your diet, as they are enriched with omega-3 fatty acids that minimize chemical cytokines, which increase inflammation.
  • Your sitting posture is important, especially when you have pain and inflammation. Try to sit as little as possible and only for a short time (10-15 min). Use back support like a rolled-up towel to minimise pain at the back of your curve. Keep your knees and hips at a right angle. Besides this, you can use a footrest if required.

Special Advise

  • Before receiving Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection, inform your doctor if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, and asthma. 
  • Always keep your doctor informed about your current medications or the ones you have taken in the past, including over-the-counter and herbal medicines. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS): is a chronic disease that affects the large intestine and will require to manage long term. Signs and symptoms involve abdominal pain, cramping, gas, bloating and constipation or diarrhea, or both. Few people can control their symptoms by managing lifestyle, diet, and stress. More-severe symptoms can be treated with counseling and medication. 

Dysmenorrhea (Menstrual cramps): Dysmenorrhea is a condition that causes throbbing and aching cramps and pain in your lower belly or abdomen just before and during your period.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Consumption of alcohol should be avoided during treatment with Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection as it contains diclofenac which causes unpleasant side effects like gastric bleeding.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection should not be used when pregnancy unless clearly necessary. So, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or suspect pregnancy. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection should not be used in nursing mothers unless clearly necessary. So, inform your doctor if you are a nursing mother. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection.

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Driving

Caution

Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection may cause dizziness, drowsiness and visual disturbances, affecting their ability to drive or operate machinery. Hence avoid driving or operating machinery after receiving Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection.

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Liver

Caution

Caution should be exercised during treatment with Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection if you have any history of Liver diseases/conditions. Depending on your LFT tests, your physician may make a dose adjustment.

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Kidney

Caution

Caution should be exercised during treatment with Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection if you have any history of kidney diseases/conditions. Depending on your RFT tests, your physician may make a dose adjustment.

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Children

Unsafe

Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection is not to be used in children below 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy for Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection are not established.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - VI46772

FAQs

Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection is used to treat Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and Dysmenorrhea (pain during menses periods).
Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection contains two medications: dicyclomine (antispasmodic) and diclofenac (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), both of which reduce abdominal pain and cramps. Dicyclomine works by relaxing the stomach and intestinal muscles (intestine). It relieves cramps, bloating, pain, and discomfort by preventing abrupt muscle contractions (spasms). They efficiently alleviate pain when used together.
Because injectables are usually administered by a healthcare professional, there will be no missed or forgotten doses. However, if a dose is missed, inform your doctor on a priority basis.
Yes, the use of Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection can cause diarrhea in some cases. In the case of diarrhea, increase the intake of fluids like drinking plenty of water. If still, diarrhea persists, inform your doctor and do as advised.
Yes, the use of a Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection can cause dry mouth. If you feel excessively thirsty, increase fluid intake and avoid spicy and salty food.
Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with glaucoma (an eye condition that affects the optic nerve) as it may worsen the symptoms and be used only when prescribed by a doctor.
No, you should not stop taking Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection if your pain is relieved. Complete the duration of treatment advised by the doctor to treat your condition effectively.
Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection may cause kidney damage if used for a longer duration. Inform the doctor if you have a history of kidney disease or related conditions. Based on your renal function , the doctor may adjust the dosage accordingly.
No, you should not take higher than the prescribed dose of Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection as it may cause unpleasant side effects. However, as Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection will be administered by the doctor, it is unlikely for you to exceed the recommended dosage.
Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection should be stored in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.
The side effects of Vifenac Plus 20mg/50mg Injection include dizziness, nausea, diarrhoea, heartburn, vomiting, loss of appetite, sleepiness, dryness of the mouth, weakness, nervousness, and blurred vision. Consult the doctor if any of these symptoms persist or worsen.

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