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Vacoverin belongs to the group of gastrointestinal drugs, with the main ingredient being Alverin citrate 40mg. Vacoverin is available in the form of a hard capsule and comes in a box or bottle. It is used to treat pain caused by spasms of smooth muscle in the gastrointestinal tract. Let's learn more about the uses and indications for using Vacoverin.1. Uses - indications for the use of Vacoverin
Vacoverin is used to treat painful symptoms caused by dysfunction of the gastrointestinal tract and biliary tract. Treatment of painful symptoms caused by spasms in the urinary and genital areas, such as:Dysmenorrhoea Pain during childbirth Renal colic Pain Urinary tract pain Threat of miscarriage Difficult birth Irritable bowel syndrome Diverticulitis Dysmenorrhea Patients should follow the instructions for taking Vacoverin according to the instruction sheet or as prescribed by a doctor or pharmacist.
2. Dosage and how to use Vacoverin 40mg
Vacoverin is formulated in the form of a hard capsule that should be used for oral administration. The patient takes the drug with a little water and takes the tablet whole.
Should take the medicine according to the dose indicated on the product packaging or as directed by the doctor, pharmacist. Patients must not arbitrarily take drugs in other ways or arbitrarily increase or decrease the dose. Patients can refer to the dosage of Vacoverin as follows:
Adults and children > 12 years old: dose 1-3 tablets/time and take 1-3 times/day. In children, there are differences in pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, drug interactions, side effects,... compared to adults. Therefore, in this subject, caution should be exercised when using the drug for treatment.
2.1. What to do in case of an overdose of Vacoverin? All prescription drugs require a prescription from a doctor, pharmacist and Vaccoverin is no exception. When a patient overdoses on Vacoverin, it is necessary to stop taking it immediately and report it to a medical professional when any unusual symptoms appear.
In the event of an overdose of Vacoverin with emergency symptoms, call the medical center immediately for help. Family members should also bring medical records, prescriptions that have been used, so that the doctor can diagnose and treat appropriately.
2.2. What should I do if I miss a dose of Vacoverin? Usually medications can be taken 1 to 2 hours longer than prescribed. However, there will be some drugs that strictly regulate how long they can be taken after a few hours when a missed dose is discovered. But if the time is too far from the time you need to take Vacoverin, you should not take it, which can be dangerous for the body. It is necessary to strictly adhere to or consult a doctor before making a decision.
3. Contraindications to the use of Vaccoverin
Usually, in case the patient is sensitive or has a history of allergy to any of the ingredients in the drug Vacoverin, they should not take the medicine. There are also some other cases specified in the drug leaflet or doctor's prescription. Here are the cases of absolutely not taking the drug:
Children under 12 years of age Pregnant and lactating women. Intestinal obstruction or paralytic ileus. Intestinal obstruction due to feces. Loss of colon tone. Pain of unknown cause. People with low blood pressure Note: Contraindications to Vaccoverin must be understood as absolute contraindications, ie there is no exception or flexibility to use the drug.
4. Side effects when using Vacoverin 40mg
When taking Vaccoverin 40mg, you may experience some unwanted side effects such as:
Nausea Headache Dizziness Itching Allergic reactions Urticaria laryngeal edema Anaphylactic shock Low blood pressure The above are not all Possible side effects when taking Vacoverin. The side effects will go away when the medication is stopped. If the patient experiences any side effects, immediately notify the doctor or medical person for timely support.
5. Precautions and notes to use Vacoverin
Attention should be paid to the following people before taking Vacoverin:
Elderly, Pregnant women, Lactating women Children under 15 years, People with liver failure, Kidney failure, People who are sensitive, allergic to Alverin citrate and all members. part of the drug. Myasthenia gravis Liver coma Stomach ulcer Patients should carefully read the drug storage information on the instruction sheet for using Vacoverin.
Check the expiry date of the medicine. When not in use, the drug should be collected and disposed of according to the manufacturer's instructions or the person in charge of medicine. The drug should be stored at room temperature, avoiding direct sunlight/high temperature. This may result in the metabolism of the ingredients in the drug.
6. Vaccoverin 40mg . drug interactions
Patients need to remember that drug interactions with other drugs are often quite complicated due to the influence of many ingredients in the drug. Recommendations are made only to cover common drug interactions. Therefore, patients should not arbitrarily apply information about vacoverin drug interactions if they are not researchers, doctors or medical personnel.
Do not mix drugs with alcohol, tobacco, alcoholic or fermented beverages. Factors that can change the composition of the drug. See details in the leaflet or consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
Above is all the information that has been compiled about the drug Vacoverin. The content is summarized and presented in the most understandable way for patients to easily grasp information about the use of Vacoverin. Patients should note that the above content does not replace the instructions for drug use and advice from doctors.
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