Avacan M: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Avacan M Information

Avacan M is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Other than this, Avacan M has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Avacan M depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Avacan M as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Avacan M normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Avacan M's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Avacan M's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Avacan M related warnings section.

Avacan M can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Avacan M in conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma. Other contraindications of Avacan M have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Avacan M may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Avacan M is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Avacan M Benefits & Uses
Avacan M Dosage & How to Take
Avacan M Side Effects
Avacan M Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Avacan M with Other Drugs
Avacan M Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Avacan M
Avacan M Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Avacan M Benefits & Uses

Avacan M is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Colic
Stomach Pain (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)

Avacan M Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Colic Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 80 mg drotaverine and 250 mg mefenamic acid
Adult	Disease: Colic Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 80 mg drotaverine and 250 mg mefenamic acid
Geriatric	Disease: Colic Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 80 mg drotaverine and 250 mg mefenamic acid

Avacan M Related Warnings

Is the use of Avacan M safe for pregnant women?

Avacan M can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Avacan M safe during breastfeeding?

Avacan M should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Avacan M on the Kidneys?

Avacan M may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Avacan M on the Liver?

Avacan M may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Avacan M on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Avacan M on the heart have been reported.

Severe Interaction of Avacan M with Other Drugs

Avacan M should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Benzydamine

Metamizole

Oxyphenbutazone

Severe

Levodopa

Tacrolimus

Moderate

Atropine

Diclofenac

Diazepam

Nintedanib

Captopril

Amiloride

Warfarin

Lithium

Hydrocortisone

Quinapril

Spironolactone

Avacan M Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Avacan M unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergies
Porphyria
Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Anemia
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Asthma

Frequently asked Questions about Avacan M

Is this Avacan M habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Avacan M.

Avacan M Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Avacan M

It is safe to take Avacan M with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Avacan M

Consumption of alcohol and Avacan M together may have severe effects on your health.

Frequently asked Questions about Avacan M

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Avacan M?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Take Avacan M as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Avacan M safe to use?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Avacan M is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed at therapeutic doses such as dry mouth, nausea, and vomiting. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above side effects.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Avacan M cause hair loss?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Avacan M does not cause hair loss. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with your doctor about a better treatment option for hair loss.

Question about 5 years ago

What is Avacan M?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Avacan M is a brand name of drotaverine and it comes in the form of a tablet, injection, and oral suspension. It is a spasmolytic agent that has anti-spasmodic and analgesic (pain-killer) properties. It is a prescription drug that is used to provide relief from abdominal spasm, cramps, and menstrual pain. It is used in the treatment of functional bowel disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It also used to accelerate labor because it enhances cervical dilation.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Avacan M work?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Avacan M contains drotaverine which is a spasmolytic agent that has anti-spasmodic properties. It works by relaxing the smooth muscles that are present in the gastrointestinal tract through the inhibition of an enzyme (phosphodiesterase-IV). In this way Avacan M provides relief to patients from abdominal pain, spasm, and cramps.