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Medostrap Information

Medostrap is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. The alternative uses of Medostrap have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Medostrap. 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, Medostrap can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Medostrap are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Medostrap has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Medostrap's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma must refrain from the use of Medostrap since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Medostrap contraindications section.

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

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

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

Medostrap Benefits & Uses

Medostrap is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Medostrap 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

Medostrap Related Warnings

Is the use of Medostrap safe for pregnant women?

Medostrap 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 Medostrap safe during breastfeeding?

Medostrap may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Medostrap on the Kidneys?

Medostrap has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Medostrap on the Liver?

Side effects of Medostrap rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Medostrap on the Heart?

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

Severe Interaction of Medostrap with Other Drugs

Medostrap 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

Medostrap Contraindications

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

Is this Medostrap habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Medostrap has not been reported.

Medostrap Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Medostrap

Taking Medostrap with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Medostrap

Taking Medostrap with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Frequently asked Questions about Medostrap

Question about 5 years ago

What is Medostrap?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Medostrap 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 almost 5 years ago

Can Medostrap cause nausea and vomiting?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally, Medostrap causes nausea and vomiting. It is a known side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting try to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even if it persists or becomes severe then discuss it with your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Medostrap on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

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

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Medostrap without consulting a doctor?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Medostrap is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Medostrap helpful in IBS?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Medostrap is helpful in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It is used in the treatment of functional bowel disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).