Medical Description
Doverin Tablet is an anti-spasmodic medicine. It contains drotaverine, medicine that helps in pain relief due to spasms. It is used to relieve stomach and abdominal pain, cramps, spasms and menstrual pain. Doverin Tablet works by relaxing the smooth muscle. Therefore, it provides relief from spasm and pain. Take this medicine as advised by your doctor.
Uses of Doverin 40 MG
Doverin Tablet is used to relieve stomach and abdominal pain, cramps, spasms and other painful conditions.
Contraindications of Doverin 40 MG
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If you are allergic to drotaverine or any of the ingredient of the Doverin Tablet
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If you have liver, kidney or heart-related problem.
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If you are breastfeeding a baby.
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This medicine is not recommended to be used in children below the age of 12.
Side effects of Doverin 40 MG
Rarely you may experience nausea, constipation, headache, dizziness, rash.
Precautions and Warnings of Doverin 40 MG
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take the Doverin Tablet during pregnancy?
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There is limited information about the safety of the Doverin Tablet in pregnancy. Thus, it should be used only if prescribed by your doctor.
Breast Feeding
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Can I take the Doverin Tablet while breastfeeding?
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Doverin Tablet is not recommended to be used by breastfeeding women. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding mother.
Driving
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Can I drive if I have consumed the Doverin Tablet?
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Doverin Tablet is unlikely to affect your driving ability. However, if you experience dizziness after taking this medicine, be cautious while driving or avoid driving.
Alcohol
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Can I consume alcohol with the Doverin Tablet?
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There is limited information on the interaction of this medicine with alcohol.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
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Your liver, kidney and heart-related disease.
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You are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
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You have a low blood pressure problem.
Mode of Action of Doverin 40 MG
How Does It Work?
Doverin Tablet works by inhibiting the action of an enzyme phosphodiesterase, thus results in relaxation of smooth muscle and dilation of blood vessels. Thereby, providing relief from spasm and pain.
Directions for Use of Doverin 40 MG
Take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor, as a whole with a sufficient quantity of water.
Interactions of Doverin 40 MG
Interactions with other medicines
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Medicines used to treat Parkinson’s disease like levodopa may not work properly if taken along with this medicine and you may experience shakiness, disbalance and rigidity.
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Some medicines can affect the way the Doverin Tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
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Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
Storage and disposal of Doverin 40 MG
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Store it below 30°C protected from light and moisture
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Keep this medicine out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Doverin 40 MG
Overdose
You may experience weakness, malaise, dizziness, vomiting, headache, a drop in blood pressure and sleepiness if consumed in excess. Contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
If you missed any dose of the Doverin Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time. Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed dose.
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