Generic Name : Valethamate
Pronunciation : vă-leth′ă-māt brō′mīd
Trade Name(s):
India- Epidosin, Osdil, Valemide –8, Valthamet Bromide, Valosin, Valamate, Epidosin (1 ml).
International- Colwen, Epidosin.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) :
This medication is an antispasmodic agent; prescribed for dysmenorrhea, GI spasm, post-operation pain, tenesmus (incomplete defecation), urinary tract and bile stone colic.
When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken :
Adult- PO- Per tab contains valethamate bromide 10 mg and paracetamol 325 mg: 1 tab 3 times/day.
IV/IM- 8-16 mg/day.
How it should be taken :
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.
It also comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the veon or muscle.
Special Instruction :
* Caution should be exercised in patients with history of severe liver or kidney disease, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
* It may cause blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
Side Effects :
Dry mouth, blurred vision, difficulty in swallowing and talking, constipation, urinary retention, dilatation of pupil, and abnormal heart rhythm.
Other Precautions :
* Avoid excess dosage.
Storage Conditions :
Store it at room temperature.
Pronunciation : vă-leth′ă-māt brō′mīd
Trade Name(s):
India- Epidosin, Osdil, Valemide –8, Valthamet Bromide, Valosin, Valamate, Epidosin (1 ml).
International- Colwen, Epidosin.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) :
This medication is an antispasmodic agent; prescribed for dysmenorrhea, GI spasm, post-operation pain, tenesmus (incomplete defecation), urinary tract and bile stone colic.
When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
Increased eye pressure, benign prostatic hyperplasia, intestinal obstruction, ulcer, and hypersensitivity.
When it is to be taken :
Adult- PO- Per tab contains valethamate bromide 10 mg and paracetamol 325 mg: 1 tab 3 times/day.
IV/IM- 8-16 mg/day.
How it should be taken :
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.
It also comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the veon or muscle.
Special Instruction :
* Caution should be exercised in patients with history of severe liver or kidney disease, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
* It may cause blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
Side Effects :
Dry mouth, blurred vision, difficulty in swallowing and talking, constipation, urinary retention, dilatation of pupil, and abnormal heart rhythm.
Other Precautions :
* Avoid excess dosage.
Storage Conditions :
Store it at room temperature.
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