Fenoverine
About Fenoverine
Fenoverine is an 'antispasmodic' (spasm and cramps reliever) agent containing ‘fenoverine’. Fenoverine is primarily used for reducing stomach pain due to spasms, cramps. Abdominal spasms are acute conditions in which the abdominal muscles (abs), intestine and stomach contract severely. Stomach spasms can be caused due to muscle strain, dehydration, stomach gas formation, inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, gastritis (stomach inflammation), pregnancy, constipation, or other gastrointestinal infection.
Fenoverine contains fenoverine which is antispasmodic. It reduces spasms and pain by relaxing the muscles and blocking certain chemical messengers in the brain, responsible for causing the sensation of pain. Together Fenoverine helps in reducing muscle contractions and pain by acting on the inner lining of the intestine, relieving cramps and spasms.
Take Fenoverine as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Fenoverine for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. You may experience slow heart rate, dryness in the mouth, flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk), dilatation of the pupil, palpitations, arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats), constipation, dry skin, increased heart rate, excessive thirst, difficulty in urination, reduce bronchial secretion, loss of accommodation. Most of these side effects of Fenoverine do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are known to be allergic to Fenoverine or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Fenoverine. Fenoverine should not be taken in the conditions like kidney, liver and heart disease. You can easily drive or use machinery after taking Fenoverine as it will not make you feel sleepy. Avoid the use of Fenoverine in elderly patients as it may cause an increased risk of side effects. Fenoverine should not be used in children below 18 years of age.
Uses of Fenoverine
Medicinal Benefits
Fenoverine is an 'antispasmodic' (spasm and cramps reliever) agent containing ‘fenoverine’. Fenoverine is primarily used for reducing stomach pain due to spasms, and cramps. It is also used to treat irritable bowel syndrome (intestinal disease-causing pain, diarrhea, and constipation). Fenoverine, being an antispasmodic, helps treat spasms and pain by relaxing the muscles. It also blocks certain chemical messengers in the brain, which cause pain sensation, hence relieving pain.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Fenoverine
- Slow heart rate
- Dry mouth
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Dilation Of The Pupil Of The Eye
- Palpitations (feeling that your heart has missed a beat or added an extra beat)
- Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
- Constipation
- Dry skin
- Increased heart rate
- Muscle pain
- Reduced Bronchial Secretions
- Excessive thirst
- Difficulty in urination
- Loss of accommodation.
Drug Warnings
If you are known to be allergic to Fenoverine or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Fenoverine should not be taken in the conditions like hyperthermia (abnormally increased body temperature). Before taking Fenoverine inform your doctor if you have hypersensitivity, muscle pain and chest pain. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Fenoverine. Fenoverine should not be taken in the conditions like kidney, liver and heart disease. You can easily drive or use machinery after taking Fenoverine as it will not make you feel sleepy. Avoid the use of Fenoverine in elderly patients as it may cause an increased risk of side effects. Fenoverine should not be used in children below 18 years of age.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Fenoverine may have interaction with antidepressant medicines (paroxetine, sertraline).
Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions were found due to lack of research.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Fenoverine is contraindicated if you have allergy, liver, kidney and hyperthermia (abnormally increased body temperature).
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionInteraction with alcohol is unidentified. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Pregnancy
cautionFenoverine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless prescribed by a doctor. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionThis Fenoverine is not recommended unless prescribed by a doctor. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
cautionCaution is advised to drive or use machinery after taking Fenoverine.
Liver
cautionFenoverine to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions due to increased risk of side effects. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Kidney
cautionFenoverine to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions due to increased risk of side effects. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Children
unsafeFenoverine is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Opt for food and drinks high in Omega 3 fatty acids to get relief from pain, swelling, and inflammation. Omega 3 fatty acid-enriched foods include flaxseeds, walnut, soybean oil, salmon, and tuna fish if you prefer non-veg.
- Try to fill half your food plate with fruits and veggies. Bananas and yogurt taken with Fenoverine may help protect your gut lining.
- Limit salt intake and prefer herbs or spices like garlic, ginger, and turmeric, a natural anti-inflammatory.
- Try to avoid alcohol as it can affect your stomach and intestine and limit the absorption of the essential nutrients required by your body.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Abdominal or Stomach spasm: It is a short-term or acute condition in which the abdominal muscles (abs), intestine and stomach contract severely. Stomach spasms can be caused due to muscle strain, dehydration, stomach gas formation, inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, gastritis (stomach inflammation), pregnancy, constipation or other gastrointestinal infection.
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS): It is a common disease that affects the large intestine. Signs and symptoms include abdominal pain, cramping, diarrhea, bloating, gas and constipation or both. Irritable bowel syndrome is a chronic disorder that you will require to manage long term. Only a few numbers of people with irritable bowel syndrome have serious signs and symptoms. Various people can control their symptoms by lifestyle, managing diet and stress. More severe symptoms can be treated with medicines and counseling.
FAQs
Fenoverine is used to relieve stomach/abdominal pain/spasms.
Dry mouth may arise as a side effect. Regular mouth rinses, increased water intake, good oral hygiene and sugarless candy may help to reduce dry mouth.
The expiration date of any drug is the last day the manufacturer takes a guarantee of the drug's full potency. Discuss with your doctor, if you find any slight change in the form of medicine, please do not consume it.
Yes, Fenoverine is known to cause upsetting of the stomach. So, to avoid this side effect, Fenoverine should be preferably taken with food. If you still feel discomfort, please consult your doctor for the best advice.
The symptoms are abdominal cramps, pain or bloating that is associated to passing bowel movement. It also includes changes in presence of bowel movement, changes in how frequently you are having a bowel movement.
take the missed dose as soon as you remember about Fenoverine, if it is time for next dose, do not take the missed dose and return to your regular dose timing. Do not take extra dose to compensate for the missed dose.
