DROTIN M TABLET

DROTIN M TABLET is a combination of Drotaverine and Mefenamic acid which belongs to the group of medicines called Anti-spasmodic agents and Non-Steroidal Anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is used to manage pain in the stomach, intestine, urinary tract and pain due to irritable bowel syndrome, pain due to gall stones or kidney stones or liver and kidney disease, pain after surgery or child birth, painful periods (dysmenorrhea), heavy bleeding during periods (menorrhagia). It is also used for fever, muscle pain, inflammation, and migraine headache.

DROTIN M TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe kidney, liver or heart diseases and asthma. Contact your doctor before taking.

DROTIN M TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnancy. Contact your doctor before taking. DROTIN M TABLET is not recommended for use in breast feeding women as it may pass through the breast milk. Contact your doctor before taking.

DROTIN M TABLET should be used with caution in children. Contact your doctor before taking. DROTIN M TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients aged 65 years or above. Contact your doctor before taking.

The most common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, constipation, dry mouth, lack of appetite, feeling thirsty and heartburn, dizziness and sleepiness. Contact your doctor if any of the above symptoms worsen.

Uses

• muscle pain
• migraine headache
• functional bowel disorders
• fever
• heavy bleeding during periods
• abdominal pain
• pain after surgery
• pain in renal colic
• pain during periods

 Works

DROTIN M TABLET is a combination of two medicines, Drotaverine and Mefenamic acid, which relieves abdominal pain and cramps. Drotaverine relieves contractions (spasms) associated with smooth muscles in the abdomen. Mefenamic acid works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause abdominal pain and inflammation (swelling).

How to use

Take DROTIN M TABLET as advised by your physician.

For Tablet: Swallow DROTIN M TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.

For Dispersible Tablet: Disperse DROTIN M TABLET in the specified quantity of water as mentioned in the label. Consume the mixture immediately after reconstitution.

Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Continue to take DROTIN M TABLET for the stipulated duration prescribed by your doctor to achieve better results.

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