Drotikind Injection (Drotaverine 40mg)

Drotikind Injection

Drotikind 40 MG Injection is a pain-relieving medicine that contains Drotaverine. It is used to relieve pain due to various conditions like muscle spasms, menstruation, kidney stones, gall stones, irritable bowel syndrome, and headaches. It is also used to reduce labour pains. It works by reducing the contraction of smooth muscles.

Drotikind 40 MG Injection has some side effects like nausea, vomiting, decreased urine output, dizziness, etc. These side effects are mild and may subside by themselves. Consult your doctor if they bother you or worsen. Do not receive this medicine if you are allergic to it. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after taking this medicine as it may cause sleepiness.

Drotikind 40 MG Injection is given by a qualified healthcare professional in a hospital setting. The dosage will be decided by your doctor depending on the severity of your condition. Drotikind 40 MG Injection may not be suitable for all people. Inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney, heart problems. Also, inform your doctor about all the medicines including herbal supplements you are using. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medicine.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Drotikind 40 MG Injection
Baralgan D 40 MG Injection
Sanofi India Ltd.
Dotra 40 MG Injection
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Rotaspas 40 MG Injection
Biological E. Ltd.
Spasmoter 40 MG Injection
Zuventus Healthcare Ltd.
Trospa 40 MG Injection
Dr. Reddys Laboratories Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Drotikind 40 MG Injection
Nausea and vomiting
Dry mouth
Change in pulse rate
Dizziness
Headache
Difficulty in breathing
Allergic skin reaction
Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
Fall in blood pressure
Decreased sense of touch
Acid or sour stomach
Decreased urine output

Uses of Drotikind 40 MG Injection

What is it prescribed for?
Pain Relief
Drotikind 40 MG Injection is used to relieve spasms of smooth muscles like the stomach, intestine, heart, and other organs. It also relieves headache, menstrual pain, chest pain, pain due to irritable bowel syndrome, pain due to hard deposits in the kidney or gallbladder (smooth organ below the liver), pain due to spasm of muscles during childbirth.

Related Product

Drotikind Injection
Drotikind-M Tablet

When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid receiving Drotikind 40 MG Injection if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Sever liver/kidney diseases
Drotikind 40 MG Injection is not recommended for use if you have severe liver or kidney problems as this medicine may worsen your condition.
Heart Failure
Drotikind 40 MG Injection is not recommended for use if you have heart problems characterized by insufficient blood flow as may cause serious side effects.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Drotikind 40 MG Injection is not recommended for use in your pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
It is not known whether Drotikind 40 MG Injection passes into the breast milk or not. However, if you are breastfeeding, your doctor will prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.
General warnings
Liver disease
Drotikind 40 MG Injection should be taken with caution if you have liver problems as it may lead to undesirable effects. Your doctor may suggest tests to closely monitor your liver function if necessary while taking this medicine
Kidney diseases
Drotikind 40 MG Injection should be used with caution if you have kidney problems as it may lead to undesirable effects due to the accumulation of this medicine. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your clinical condition.
Hypotension
Drotikind 40 MG Injection can cause a fall in blood pressure levels. Hence, use this medicine with caution if you have disorders of the heart and blood vessels.
Other medicines
Drotikind 40 MG Injection s known to interact with many other medicines. Report to your doctor if you are using any other medicines including herbs and supplements.
Driving or operating machines
Drotikind 40 MG Injection may cause sleepiness, blurred vision or dizziness in some people. Hence, it is advised not to drive vehicles or operate heavy machines after taking this medicine.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Since Drotikind 40 MG Injection is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of missing a dose is very low.
Overdose
Since Drotikind 40 MG Injection is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, your doctor will take further measures if an overdose is suspected.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Atropine
Diclofenac
Levodopa
Diazepam
Disease interactions
Porphyria
Porphyria is a rare disorder that mainly affects your skin or nervous system. This disorder is usually inherited, which means it is caused by gene mutations passed from parents to children. Drotikind 40 MG Injection may worsen the conditions associated with photosensitivity, such as acute porphyria. Consult your doctor before using this medicine in such conditions.
Low cardiac output
Avoid receiving Drotikind 40 MG Injection if you have low cardiac output, a condition characterized by insufficient pumping of blood as it may worsen your health condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Drotikind 40 MG Injection should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical setting.

Report any undesirable side effects to your doctor immediately. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.

Report all your current medicines and medical conditions to your doctor before receiving Drotikind 40 MG Injection.