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Spasmonavin is used in some cases of abdominal pain such as dysmenorrhea, abdominal pain due to colon spasms,... So what does Spasmonavin do and how is it used?
1. What is Spasmonavin?
Each tablet of Spasmonavin 40mg contains the main active ingredient, Alverine citrate with a concentration of 40mg.
Spasmonavin belongs to the group of gastrointestinal drugs, made in the form of tablets with a content of 40mg. Spasmonavin has been shown to have a good effect on relaxing gastrointestinal smooth muscle, thereby helping to relieve pain caused by smooth muscle spasm. However, in the process of using Spasmonavin, if not careful, it can affect the patient's health.
Alverine citrate in Spasmonavin is a typical antispasmodic agent, acting directly on smooth muscle of the gastrointestinal tract and uterine smooth muscle. From there, it helps to relieve symptoms of pain caused by spasms in some cases such as menstrual pain, stomach pain,...
The effect on smooth muscle of Alverine citrate is selective, it does not affect the muscles. heart, smooth muscle in the qi and blood vessels, so you can rest assured during use.
Alverine citrate is a prodrug that, after being absorbed into the body, will turn into an active and effective form. Alverine citrate acts through a calcium channel blocker mechanism, reduces the sensitivity of smooth muscle contractile proteins to calcium, and selectively antagonizes the 5-HT1A receptor. Thereby relaxing the digestive tract smooth muscles, uterine smooth muscles, helping to reduce pain symptoms caused by spasms.
2. What diseases does Spasmonavin treat?
Spasmonavin 40mg medicine is used in antispasmodic smooth muscle gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, relieve pain caused by spasms. Spasmonavin is indicated in the following cases:
Dysmenorrhea. Cramping pain in the stomach area. Sudden pain in the abdomen. Colic spasm pain. Renal colic. Urinary tract pain. Spasmonavin 40mg can also be used for pregnant women during labor to relieve pain during childbirth, especially difficult births. However, you need to weigh the benefits and risks when using Spasmonavin in this case. Please consult your doctor before use to ensure safety.
Spasmonavin 40mg is contraindicated in the following cases:
People who are sensitive to the components of Spasmonavin, especially the active ingredient Alverine citrate. People with low blood pressure, or have symptoms of hypotension such as: Tachycardia, shallow breathing, severe headache, blurred vision, delirium, decreased concentration, fainting, cold skin,... have digestive problems such as decreased bowel movements, paralytic ileus, or intestinal obstruction. Children. Care should be taken when using Spasmonavin in the following cases:
Pregnant women need to consult a doctor before use. Lactation: Currently, we do not have a full report on the effects of Alverine citrate on nursing infants, so women who are breast-feeding should not take Spasmonavin. Use only when absolutely necessary and prescribed by a doctor. When taking Spasmonavin, you should stop breastfeeding because Alverine citrate can be excreted in breast milk.
3. Dosage and usage of Spasmonavin 40mg
Spasmonavin is made in the form of tablets with a concentration of 40mg/tablet, so the drug is absorbed and exerts its effects through the oral route. You should take the medicine with filtered water, avoid drinking with other types of water such as milk, coffee, alcohol, juice, ... Do not break, dissolve or crush Spasmonavin.
Depending on each subject and specific medical condition, the dose of Spasmonavin is different. You need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor, do not change the dose on your own.
The recommended dose of Spasmonavin 40mg for most patients is 1-2 tablets/time x 1-3 times/day. After about 3-5 days of using Spasmonavin, if the pain symptoms do not improve, you should stop using the drug and consult a doctor to be able to choose more suitable drugs.
4. Spasmonavin side effects
During the use of Spasmonavin you may encounter some unwanted effects such as:
On the nervous system: Headache, dizziness. On the immune system: Allergic reactions with symptoms such as swelling of the face, nose, throat, urticaria, especially laryngeal edema and shock. In this case, you need to immediately bring the patient to the nearest medical facility for timely treatment. On the respiratory system, thorax and mediastinum: Shortness of breath, wheezing. Gastrointestinal disturbances such as nausea and vomiting. In skin and subcutaneous tissue: Itching, rash. Hepatobiliary: Jaundice, this symptom usually disappears when the drug is stopped. Not all patients experience these side effects when taking Spasmonavin 40mg, and they usually resolve when treatment is stopped. However, if you experience any side effects when using Spasmonavin, please inform your doctor for advice and timely handling measures.
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