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Nospa antispasmodic drugs are often chosen by doctors for pregnant women. However, there is much information that the use of Nospa can cause many side effects, even miscarriage.
1. What does Nospa do?
Nospa with the main active ingredient is drotaverine hydrochloride, used to relieve pain caused by spasms in the following cases: Gallstones, cholecystitis, cholangitis, kidney stones, ureteral stones, pyelonephritis, secondary diseases such as uterine contractions, dysmenorrhea. In addition, drotaverine is also used in reducing the length of labor by accelerating the dilation of the cervix.
2. Can pregnant or lactating women use Nospa?
Pregnant or lactating women are special subjects, so the use of Nospa must be very careful.
Pregnant Women Based on human and animal studies from the manufacturer of the drug Nospa, Sanofi, there is no evidence that Nospa causes malformations in the fetus.
Currently, studies or reports on fetal toxicity of the active ingredient Drotaverine in Nospa are quite few. At the same time, the active ingredient Drotaverine is not in the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) safe classification system for use in pregnant women.
However, for special subjects when using drugs, this case is pregnant women who need to refer to more accurate sources, regularly go for regular antenatal checkups to monitor their health. of the fetus as well as with the help of a specialist doctor.
Breastfeeding Women Just like pregnant women, there are not many studies that show that the use of Nospa in nursing mothers can affect the baby. Before using the drug, always consult your doctor to discuss the benefits and risks of taking it.
3. Notes when using Nospa . antispasmodic drugs
Here are some notes when using Nospa antispasmodic for pregnant women:
Use Nospa before or after eating? Pregnant women can use the drug both before or after eating. Should take the drug after meals to reduce stomach irritation, care should be taken to only use the drug with filtered water, do not chew or break the tablet.
Possible Drug Interactions When Used With Nospa When No-spa (drotaverine) is taken with Levodopa , stiffness and tremors may therefore be aggravated. In addition, Nospa can interact with some pain relievers, benzodiazepine tranquilizers,...
Do overdoses affect pregnant women? Overdose can cause some side effects such as weakness, irritability, dizziness, vomiting, headache, low blood pressure and drowsiness. More severe can cause cardiac arrhythmias and even death. In case of accidental or intentional overdose, contact your doctor for immediate treatment.
4. How to store Nospa medicine?
Keep the medicine in a cool, dry place, avoid extreme low or high temperatures, and keep away from sunlight Keep Nospa out of reach of children Do not use after the expiration date indicated on the package The following are directions Guidelines on the use of antispasmodic Nospa for pregnant women. Remember to consult your doctor about the use of Nospa.
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