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Nospa is a drug with the active ingredient drotaverin, which has the ability to relieve pain caused by smooth muscle cramps in the liver, bile, intestines, as well as used in the treatment of pain related to gastrointestinal diseases, inflammation. gynecology,... So what effect does Nospa have?1. What does Nospa do?
What does Nospa do? Nospa medicine has the active ingredient drotaverin similar to expas, no-panes, pymeNospain. Nospa is a drug commonly used in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome. In addition, Nospa is indicated in the treatment of the following conditions:
Pains caused by stomach and intestinal spasms, irritable bowel syndrome Gallstones and gallbladder disease or cholangitis causing spasms and attacks. biliary colic Disease ureteral stone disease, nephrolithiasis, pyelonephritis, cystitis causing renal colic and urinary and genital spasms Treatment of upper muscle spasms associated with gastrointestinal disease such as peptic ulcer, pyloric spasm, constipation, pancreatitis,... Headache, pain related to vascular diseases, gynecological diseases such as inflammation of gynecological organs, menstrual system. In addition, some other effects of the drug are not listed on the approved drug label, but in some cases, the doctor may prescribe Nospa to use. Therefore, before taking the medicine, consult your doctor.
2. How to use Nospa
Nospa medicine is in the form of tablets. Dosage will be based on the condition and age of the patient.
For adults: take from 120-240mg divided into 2-3 times/day For children from 1-6 years old: take dose from 40-120mg divided into 2-3 times/day dose from 80-200mg divided into 2-5 times / day Patients can use the drug with or without food, before or after eating. However, to reduce stomach irritation you can take it with food and need to take the tablet whole with a full glass of water, do not chew or break the tablet.
To use the drug safely, take Nospa exactly as directed by your doctor, do not use more than the recommended dose, smaller or longer than prescribed. Use Nospa regularly to get the most benefit from it and you can stop taking it if any new symptoms appear or the condition does not improve after 7 days. Patients absolutely do not abuse the drug for too long for a long time. This does not make the patient's condition better, but also increases the risk of unwanted effects.
3. Unwanted effects when using Nospa
Nospa medicine can cause some unwanted and common side effects that can be mentioned as:
Headache Dizziness Nausea, vomiting Insomnia Constipation Lowering blood pressure Allergies: rash, rash, itching, local swelling of the skin Before prescribing the drug, the doctor always considers the benefits and effectiveness that Nospa brings. When using Nospa can still occur unwanted effects. Therefore, when there are unusual symptoms, especially when a severe allergic reaction occurs with accompanying signs such as severe dizziness, difficulty breathing, rash, ... the patient needs to be informed. Immediately notify the doctor or nurse for immediate medical intervention.
4. Some notes when using Nospa
Some notes when using Nospa include:
Allergy notice to Nospa, drotaverine hypersensitivity reaction to any other allergy. Nospa may contain ingredients that are inactive and could cause allergic reactions or other serious problems. Report any medications you are taking including prescription and nonprescription drugs, herbs and supplements, foods, dyes or preservatives. Contraindicated to use Nospa in patients with liver failure, kidney failure and severe heart failure, women in lactation Caution should be used in patients with bleeding disorders, liver disease, erectile dysfunction positive or a history of sickle cell disease. Nospa drug can lower blood pressure, so it is necessary to monitor blood pressure during treatment, and be cautious in cases of low blood pressure patients. In the composition of Nospa drug contains lactose, so patients diagnosed with lactose intolerance should be consulted before deciding to use the drug. How to use Nospa for pregnant women? For pregnant women, it is necessary to use Nospa with caution and must be clearly consulted as well as weigh the benefits and risks before deciding to use the drug. If you forget to take a dose of Nospa, take it again as soon as possible. However, if it is close to the time of your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue taking or injecting the medicine as scheduled. Do not use more drug than prescribed treatment. Nospa overdose or ingestion can cause serious symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, shortness of breath, fainting, decreased blood pressure, muscle weakness, heart rhythm disturbances, cardiac arrest and can even cause death.
5. Drug interactions
Drug interactions can reduce the effect of Nospa, or increase the effect of unwanted effects. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you are taking including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, prescription drugs, and herbal products. Do not start, stop or change the dose of any medicine without your doctor's consent.
Some drugs that can interact with Nospa include:
Levodopa Pain relievers Antimuscarinic drugs Benzodiazepines
6. How to store Nospa
Store Nospa with film-coated tablets at room temperature below 25 degrees Celsius, protect from light and avoid humid places. Do not store Nospa in a humid place or in the freezer and keep away from heat and open flames. Different medicines will have different storage methods, so read the Nospa storage instructions carefully on the package, or ask your pharmacist. Keep Nospa out of the reach of children and family pets. When the medicine has expired or is damaged and cannot be used anymore, dispose of it and dispose of it properly. Do not arbitrarily dispose of Nospa medicine into the environment such as water pipes or toilets unless requested. Please consult with your waste disposal company or pharmacist on how to safely dispose of Nospa to help protect the environment.
In summary, Nospa is a drug with the active ingredient drotaverin, which has the ability to reduce pain caused by smooth muscle cramps in the liver, bile, and intestines, as well as being used in the treatment of pain related to gastrointestinal diseases. However, Nospa can cause some unwanted effects and drug interactions, so tell your doctor what medicines you are taking to reduce the risk of side effects. unwanted effects and at the same time increase the effectiveness of the treatment process.
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