Drotanicm: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Drotanicm Information

Drotanicm, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. The alternative uses of Drotanicm have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Drotanicm depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Drotanicm can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Drotanicm 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, Drotanicm's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Drotanicm related warnings talks about Drotanicm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma must refrain from the use of Drotanicm since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Drotanicm have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Drotanicm have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Drotanicm, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Drotanicm Benefits & Uses

Drotanicm is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Drotanicm 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

Drotanicm Related Warnings

Is the use of Drotanicm safe for pregnant women?

Drotanicm should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Drotanicm safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Drotanicm may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Drotanicm should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Drotanicm on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Drotanicm on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Drotanicm on the Liver?

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

Drotanicm has very mild side effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Drotanicm with Other Drugs

Drotanicm 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

Drotanicm Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Drotanicm 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 Drotanicm

Is this Drotanicm habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Drotanicm.

Drotanicm Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Drotanicm

Taking Drotanicm with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Drotanicm

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Drotanicm as it can have severe side effects.

Frequently asked Questions about Drotanicm

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Drotanicm on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Drotanicm should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Drotanicm cause hair loss?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Drotanicm 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 over 4 years ago

Can I take Drotanicm for abdominal cramps?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Drotanicm can be taken to provide relief from abdominal spasm, cramps, and pain. It works by relaxing the smooth muscles present in the gastrointestinal tract through the inhibition of an enzyme (phosphodiesterase-IV) which provides relief to the patients from the abdominal (stomach) pain, spasm, and cramps.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Drotanicm in kidney stones pain?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Drotanicm can be taken in kidney stones pain which is also known as colic pain (severe abdominal pain due to spasm). Drotanicm works in colic pain by relieving the spasm that provides relief to the patient.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Drotanicm cause headache?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Drotanicm does not cause a headache. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. It is not a known side effect of this drug. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, applying balms and take rest even if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor.