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Gluxadol drug whose main ingredient is Drotaverin hydrochloride 40mg/2ml has the effect of treating a number of gastrointestinal diseases. Knowing enough information about ingredients and uses helps patients use drugs effectively.
1. What are the uses of Gluxadol?
What is Gluxadol used for? Gluxadol drug has the main ingredient is Drotaverin hydrochloride 40mg/2ml, along with other active ingredients and excipients just enough. The drug is prepared in the form of ampoules, with the packing specification is box of 10 ampoules of 2ml, box of 30 ampoules of 2ml of solution for subcutaneous or intramuscular injection.Gluxadol is prescribed by doctors to treat the following conditions:
Effective in treating pain caused by stomach spasms and irritable bowel syndrome; Has the effect of supporting pain relief of renal colic pain, spasms of the genital and urinary tract; Helps to relieve pain of biliary colic such as gallstones, cholangitis or cholecystitis.
2. Dosage and how to take Gluxadol
Dosage and administration of Gluxadol as follows:
2.1. Dosage For adults: Use 1-3 syringes under the skin or 1-2 ampoules intramuscularly/day; For the management of acute colic due to stones: Use 1-2 slow IV syringes. 2.2. How to take Gluxadol is used for subcutaneous or intramuscular injection.
Patients need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor or medical staff performing the infusion to improve the effectiveness of treatment and avoid unwanted side effects.
2.3. Overdose, Overdose and Management Since Gluxadol is administered by parenteral route, it should be administered at the hospital under the supervision of a doctor and medical staff. Therefore, to date, there have been no cases of overdose or missed doses.
3. Notes when using Gluxadol
In the process of using Gluxadol, it is necessary to pay attention to the following issues:
3.1.Contraindications Contraindicated to use Gluxadol in the following cases:
Do not use the drug with people who are sensitive to any which ingredient of the drug; Do not use the drug for pregnant and lactating women; Do not use the drug for cases of obstruction - paralytic ileus, idiopathic pain; Do not give the drug to children; Do not use the drug for people with severe kidney failure. Contraindications here need to be understood as absolute contraindications, that is, not for any reason that contraindications can be flexible in taking the drug.
3.2. Side effects During the use of the drug, the patient may experience one or more symptoms caused by side effects such as:
Feeling nauseous or vomiting, dizziness, headache; Feeling palpitations , allergic reaction, skin rash appears; Constipation, redness, swelling. If the patient experiences one of the above symptoms, it is necessary to immediately notify the doctor and medical staff for timely examination and treatment.
3.3. Precautions Caution should be exercised when using Gluxadol in the elderly. Currently, there have been no cases of using the drug and affecting the ability to drive and use machines. 3.4. Drug Interactions There are no adequate studies on possible drug interactions. However, before using the drug, the patient needs to tell the doctor about all the drugs he is taking, including prescription and non-prescription drugs, and dietary supplements.
Gluxadol drug whose main ingredient is Drotaverin hydrochloride 40mg/2ml has the effect of treating a number of gastrointestinal diseases. The drug is administered by infusion. Patients who are prescribed to use the drug should strictly follow the instructions of the doctor and medical staff.
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