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Spasmaverine contains alverine, an antispasmodic medicine used to relieve bloating and cramping pain in the lower abdomen. These symptoms are often associated with gastrointestinal diseases, irritable bowel syndrome, and diverticulitis of the colon. Besides, Spasmaverine can also be prescribed to help relieve menstrual pain, relax smooth muscles and make the patient feel more comfortable.1. What is Spasmaverine?
Spasmaverine is a capsule containing a medicine called alverine citrate, which belongs to a group of medicines called antispasmodics. Spasmaverine works by relaxing the muscles in the intestines and uterus, helping to stop the pain you feel when you contract smooth muscles in your visceral organs.The uses of Spasmaverine are for use in people 12 years of age and older who have uncomfortable symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome, including:
Abdominal pain like cramps that come and go. Diarrhea . Constipation. Feeling bloated and bloated. I want to go to the bathroom urgently. Besides, Spasmaverine with the main ingredient Alverine Citrate can also be used for a condition of the large intestine called diverticulitis and to relieve menstrual pain.
2. Things to keep in mind before using Spasmaverine
Do not use Spasmaverine if:You are allergic or hypersensitive to alverine citrate or any of the other ingredients in the medicine. Has been identified as intestinal obstruction. Are pregnant or breastfeeding. If this is the first time you have had these symptoms, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Alverine Citrate. Also, consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are: 40 years of age or older. Diarrhea with blood. Feeling nauseous or vomiting. Loss of appetite or weight loss. Pale, often tired. Severely constipated. Fever. Abnormal vaginal bleeding. Difficult or painful urination. Spasmaverine or Alverine Citrate should not be used in children under 12 years of age.
3. How to use Spasmaverine?
It is necessary to follow the way of taking the medicine as prescribed by the doctor. For adults (including the elderly), the usual dose of Spasmaverine is 60mg or 120mg, taken up to three times a day.If you take more Spasmaverine tablets than needed, symptoms of overdose may include low blood pressure and atropine-like toxic effects (such as heart palpitations, dizziness, dry mouth, nausea, blurred vision). eyes, dilated pupils, confusion, and hallucinations). At this point, your doctor will assess your condition and decide how to treat an overdose.
If you forget to take Spasmaverine, take it when you remember. If you forget to take your medicine for more than 4 hours, take your next dose only when you remember that it is due. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose.
4. Possible side effects when taking Spasmaverine
Like all medicines, Spasmaverine or Alverine Citrate can cause some side effects, although not everyone gets them. Accordingly, it is necessary to stop taking Spasmaverine and tell your doctor immediately if you notice any of the following serious signs of suspected allergy:Skin rash or allergic reaction such as itching, swelling of the lips /tongue or wheezing/difficulty breathing. Jaundice, yellow eyes like acute liver damage. In addition, other side effects of spasmaverine may include: Feeling nauseous or vomiting. Dizzy . Headache. In summary, Spasmaverine is a smooth muscle relaxant, commonly used to relieve pain caused by spasms of abdominal viscera. Smooth muscle is a type of voluntary uncontrolled muscle that is a major component of the intestinal wall and uterus. Spasmaverine's effects are through a direct effect on the muscles in the intestines and by causing muscle relaxation. Therefore, the indication to prevent muscle spasms from occurring in the intestines with the use of Spasmaverine is in conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome and diverticulosis. Thus, knowing what Spasmaverine is as well as how to take Spasmaverine will help quickly improve abdominal pain, helping patients continue daily activities.
References: medicines.org.uk; patient.info; minclinic.ru.
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