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Drotaverine + Paracetamol

Written By Dr. Anuj SainiReviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma
Last updated 14 Jun 2022 | 07:29 PM (UTC)

Drotaverine + Paracetamol Uses

Drotaverine+Paracetamol is used in the treatment of abdominal pain.

How Drotaverine + Paracetamol works

Drotaverine + Paracetamol is a combination of two medicines: Drotaverine and Paracetamol, which relieves abdominal pain. Drotaverine is an anti-spasmodic medicine which relieves spasms associated with smooth muscles. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and an antipyretic (fever reducer). It blocks the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for pain and fever.

Common side effects of Drotaverine + Paracetamol

Dryness in mouth, Vertigo, Nausea, Vomiting, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Hypotension (low blood pressure), Tachycardia, Sweating, Constipation
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Frequently asked questions for Drotaverine + Paracetamol

Drotaverine+Paracetamol is usually used for short term and can be discontinued if there is no pain. However, it should be continued if advised by the doctor.
The use of Drotaverine+Paracetamol is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to any of the components or excipients of this medicine. It should be used carefully in patients with alcohol dependency, or with underlying kidney or liver damage.
Drotaverine+Paracetamol contains paracetamol. This medicine is known to cause harm to the liver especially in the doses above the recommended level. Also, avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may further increase your risk of liver damage. Use of this medicine should preferably be avoided in patients with the underlying liver disease. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice any early signs and symptoms of liver damage. These symptoms may include fever, rash, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, stomach pain, dark urine, yellow skin or eyes and abnormal liver enzymes.
Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.