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Description
Drotin 10 MG Suspension is an antispasmodic (used to relieve spasms of involuntary muscle). It is used to relieve pain due to various conditions like muscle spasms, menstruation, kidney stones, gallstones, irritable bowel syndrome, and headaches. It works by reducing the contraction of smooth muscles.
Drotin 10 MG Suspension has some side effects like nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, dizziness, etc. These side effects are mild and may subside by themselves. Consult your doctor if they bother you or worsen. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to it. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after taking this medicine as it may cause sleepiness.
Drotin 10 MG Suspension can be taken with or without food. Take this medicine at the dose and for the duration prescribed by your doctor regularly at the same time for better results. Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Complete the treatment and do not discontinue the medicine without consulting your doctor.
Drotin 10 MG Suspension is not recommended for use in children below one year of age as the safety and efficacy of this medicine for use are not available. Inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney, or heart problems. Also, inform your doctor about all the medicines including herbal supplements you are using. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Drotin 10 MG Suspension
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Drotin 10 MG Suspension
Nausea and Vomiting
Dry mouth
Vertigo (Sudden spinning sensation in head)
Dizziness
Headache
Difficulty in breathing
Allergic skin reaction
Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
Fall in blood pressure
Sweating
Uses of Drotin 10 MG Suspension
What is it prescribed for?
Pain Relief
Drotin 10 MG Suspension is used to relieve spasms of smooth muscles like the stomach, intestine, heart, and other organs. It also relieves headaches, menstrual pain, chest pain, pain due to irritable bowel syndrome, and pain due to hard deposits in the kidney or gallbladder (smooth organ below the liver).
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for Drotin 10 MG Suspension to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which Drotin 10 MG Suspension remains active in the body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Drotin 10 MG Suspension.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Drotin 10 MG Suspension is not recommended for use in your pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
As there is no safety information available for use of Drotin 10 MG Suspension while breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Allergy
Avoid taking Drotin 10 MG Suspension if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of serious allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.
Sever liver/kidney damage
Drotin 10 MG Suspension is not recommended for use if you have severe liver or kidney problems as this medicine may worsen your condition.
Heart Failure
Drotin 10 MG Suspension is not recommended for use if you have heart problems characterized by insufficient blood flow.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Drotin 10 MG Suspension is not recommended for use in your pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
As there is no safety information available for use of Drotin 10 MG Suspension while breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Liver disease
Use Drotin 10 MG Suspension with caution if you have liver problems as it may lead to undesirable effects. Your doctor may suggest tests to closely monitor your liver function if necessary while taking this medicine
Kidney disease
Use Drotin 10 MG Suspension with caution if you have kidney problems as it may lead to undesirable effects due to the accumulation of this medicine.
Other medicines
Inform your doctor if you are taking any medications, herbs, or supplements as Drotin 10 MG Suspension may interact with many other medicines.
Use in elderly
Drotin 10 MG Suspension should be used with extreme caution in the elderly above 65 years of age due to the increased risk of side effects. Hence consult your doctor for further guidance.
Use in children
Drotin 10 MG Suspension is not recommended in children under one year of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.
Missed Dose
Do not miss the dose of Drotin 10 MG Suspension. In case you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Do not take more than the recommended dose of Drotin 10 MG Suspension. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Atropine
Diclofenac
Levodopa
Diazepam
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Drotin 10 MG Suspension as prescribed by your doctor. Take this medicine as advised by your doctor. Do not take in larger amounts than prescribed.
Shake the bottle well before use. Measure the medicine with a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup.
Take the medicine with a sufficient amount of water.
Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or worsen.
Do not take any other medicines unless they have been prescribed by your doctor. This includes prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter) medicines and herbal or vitamin supplements.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Drotin 10 MG Suspension acts on the smooth muscles to relieve pain and spasms.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Anticholinergics/antispasmodics
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 5 Jan 2023
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