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Tiram is a medicine indicated for the treatment of stomach and intestinal spasms, spastic colitis and irritable bowel syndrome. Medicines are only used when prescribed and prescribed by a qualified doctor. Therefore, in order to achieve the best and safest drug effect, patients need to know the following information about this drug before being prescribed to use it.
1. Uses of Tiram
Tiram drug belongs to the list of antispasmodics with the main active ingredient is the active ingredient Tiropramide 100mg
Tiropramide is a tyrosin derivative that has antispasmodic effects on smooth muscle in the stomach - intestines, biliary tract and urinary tract urine. The smooth muscle relaxant effect of tiropramide is due to increased levels of cyclic AMP (cAMP) in smooth muscle cells and possibly due to inhibition of cAMP degradation. This effect enhances the binding of calcium ions to the endoplasmic reticulum and reduces intracellular calcium concentrations, as well as blocking their interaction with contractile proteins in smooth muscle cells. Tiropramide inhibits phosphodiesterase at concentrations 10 times higher than that causing muscle relaxation, elevation of cAMP and increased calcium ion binding to the endoplasmic reticulum.
Tiram is indicated for the treatment of one of the following cases:
Gastrointestinal spasms and irritable bowel syndrome. Biliary colic and biliary spasm such as cholecystitis, cholelithiasis and cholangitis. Renal colic and urogenital spasms such as: ureteral stones, pyelonephritis, nephrolithiasis and cystitis. Uterine spasms such as: dysmenorrhea, uterine contractions, threatened miscarriage. Tiram is contraindicated in the following cases:
Hypersensitivity to the component tiropramide or to any of the excipients included in the formulation. The patient had gastrointestinal adhesions and an enlarged colon. Circulatory failure. Severe liver failure.
2. How to use, dose of Tiram
In order for Tiram to be effective, patients need to take the drug in the right way and in the right dose prescribed by the doctor.
2.1. Dosage The film-coated tablets should be taken orally directly with boiled or purified water. The drug can be taken with or without food, that is, it can be taken before or after or with a meal.
Note that do not take the drug with alcohol, beer, alcoholic beverages, carbonated drinks will affect the composition and effects of the drug.
2.2. Dosage The usual dose in adults is 100mg (1 tablet) x 2-3 times/day.
Note: The dosage may vary according to the age, symptoms, specific condition of the patient and the progression of the disease. Therefore, to get the right dose, please contact your doctor or medical professional for specific and appropriate advice and indications.
3. Side effects
When using Tiram, patients may experience some side effects of the drug such as: nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, constipation and allergic symptoms such as: erythema, itching... may occur. out.
If you see these side effects or have other abnormal signs of the body after taking the drug. It is necessary to stop taking the drug and consult a doctor or medical professional immediately for instructions on how to handle it in time.
In case of an emergency and life-threatening situation, take the patient immediately to a nearby medical center for timely emergency treatment.
4. Drug interactions
Drug interactions can occur when two or more drugs are taken at the same time. Antagonistic or synergistic drug interactions also affect drug action or increase side effects.
Therefore, in order to avoid drug interactions, patients should inform their doctor or pharmacist about the drugs, functional foods and herbs being used for advice and dosage adjustment and prescription. best suited to avoid drug interactions.
Use caution when administering high doses of tiropramide in patients receiving antihypertensive drugs, as it may increase the antihypertensive effect.
5. Attention and caution
In order for the drug Tiram to promote its full therapeutic effect and use the drug safely and limit side effects, patients need to be cautious and pay attention to the following issues:
The drug is only used when prescribed. prescription and prescription of a specialist, so it is necessary to follow the doctor's instructions, not to change the dose of the drug, or stop the drug without a doctor's prescription. Because this will reduce the effect of the drug or increase the side effects that affect the treatment process. The drug should be used with caution in patients with glaucoma or an enlarged (fibrous) prostate gland. The safety of Tiram in pregnancy has not been established. Therefore, pregnant women need to be very careful and only use when absolutely necessary, need to use the drug when prescribed by a doctor. It is not known whether tiropramide is excreted in human milk, but the mother should not take the drug while breastfeeding. If you must use it, consult your doctor and stop breastfeeding while taking the drug. The drug has little or no effect on the ability to drive and use machines, so it can be used safely in this group of subjects.
6. How to handle missed dose, overdose
Missed dose: If you forget to take a dose, the patient should take it as soon as he remembers within 1-2 hours compared to the prescribed time. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Note that absolutely do not take a double dose, combine 2 doses together and take them at the same time to avoid taking high doses and causing side effects.
Overdosage: There are no reports or data on overdose with tiropramide and no specific antidote for tiropramide overdose. If during the course of taking the drug, there are abnormal signs that affect health and life, please contact a specialist for specific advice or directly to a nearby medical facility for examination. , examination and timely emergency measures.
7. How to store medicine
The medicine should be stored in sealed packaging and in a dry, well-ventilated place with a temperature below 30 degrees Celsius. Avoid storing the medicine in a humid place and where direct sunlight can change it. and metabolism of drug components affect the effectiveness of the drug. Keep medicine out of sight and reach of children and pets. For drugs that are no longer in use, medical waste should be collected and disposed of properly according to the instructions of the doctor, the manufacturer and the local waste disposal company. Absolutely do not flush the medicine under the tap and also do not throw the medicine, drug packaging into the toilet. All information about Tiram provided in and shared in the above article is for reference only, not for the purpose of medical diagnosis or treatment. Therefore, before using the drug to treat the disease, the user should consult a doctor or medical professional for the best advice and indication.
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