Tuela Tablet

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  • Manufactured by: Cipla Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Drotaverine (80 mg) + Mefenamic Acid (250 mg)

Tuela Tablet

10 Tablet in 1 Strip
₹ 48
10 TABLET | 1 Strip
₹ 48
131 people have bought this recently
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  • Manufactured by: Cipla Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Drotaverine (80 mg) + Mefenamic Acid (250 mg)
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Tuela Information

Tuela is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Tuela also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Tuela depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Tuela have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Tuela go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Tuela has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Tuela's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Tuela related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma must refrain from the use of Tuela since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Tuela contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Tuela have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Tuela is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.



Tuela Benefits & Uses

Tuela is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Tuela 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

Tuela Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Tuela safe for pregnant women?


    Tuela shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

  • Is the use of Tuela safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Tuela. It should only be taken after medical advice.

  • What is the effect of Tuela on the Kidneys?


    Tuela has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

  • What is the effect of Tuela on the Liver?


    Very few cases of side effects of Tuela on the liver have been reported.

  • What is the effect of Tuela on the Heart?


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



Severe Interaction of Tuela with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Severe

Moderate



Tuela Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Tuela

  • Is this Tuela habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Tuela has not been reported.

Tuela Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Tuela


    Taking Tuela with food does not cause any problems.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Tuela


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



Frequently asked Questions about Tuela

Question over 5 years ago

Can Tuela cause headache?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Tuela 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Tuela cause nausea and vomiting?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally, Tuela 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 almost 5 years ago

Is Tuela helpful in IBS?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Tuela a pain-killer?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

No, Tuela is not a pain-killer (NSAID). It is used as an anti-spasmodic agent but it also has analgesic (pain-killer) properties.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Tuela?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Oral tablet and suspension of Tuela should be taken by mouth three times daily or as advised by your doctor. Tuela can be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption drug from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with cardiac dysfunction and improper kidney or liver function.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 118

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ponstel® (Mefenamic Acid)

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