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Kolispas is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Kolispas also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Kolispas 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.
While these are the most often observed Kolispas side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Kolispas normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Kolispas has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Kolispas related warnings talks about Kolispas's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Kolispas is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Kidney Disease, Asthma as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Kolispas contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Kolispas may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Kolispas is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Kolispas is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Kolispas safe for pregnant women?
Kolispas 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 Kolispas safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Kolispas. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Kolispas on the Kidneys?
Kolispas may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Kolispas on the Liver?
Side effects of Kolispas rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Kolispas on the Heart?
Kolispas has very mild side effects on the heart.
Kolispas should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Kolispas unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kolispas habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Kolispas is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Kolispas
It is safe to take Kolispas with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kolispas
Taking alcohol with Kolispas can be dangerous.
Kolispas is available as a tablet, capsule, syrup and an injection. An oral dosage form is taken a few times a day. It is important to take Kolispas at the same time every day so that one doesn't forget the dose. One can take Kolispas with or without food. Taking it with food may avoid stomach upset. One must follow the recommendations of a doctor while taking Kolispas. In some people, it might cause some side effects like dry mouth, constipation, dizziness, headache, blurred vision, etc.
Yes, Kolispas causes nausea and vomiting as side effects. Nausea and vomiting can be prevented and managed by trying deep breathing, trying wrist acupressure, being in well ventilated space, drinking more fluids, taking ginger, fennel or cloves, and trying aromatherapy.
Yes, Kolispas can cause serious allergic reaction like difficulty in breathing, swelling on lips, mouth, throat or tongue, etc. Please speak to you doctor as soon as you develop these symptoms.
Yes, Kolispas causes dry mouth as it is one of the side effects. It can be prevented or managed by drinking lot of water, eating sugar-free candies and gums, avoiding caffeine as it is dehydrating, breathing through the nose, using a humidifier, quitting smoking, using alcohol-free mouth wash, etc.
No, Kolispas is not an antibiotic. It is an anticholinergic agent with an antispasmodic activity which is used for the management of irritable bowel syndrome.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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