Symptomatic treatment of smooth muscle contractions of the gastrointestinal tract, bile ducts, urinary tract and uterus. Antispasmodic irritable bowel syndrome, painful diverticulitis and painful menstruation.
Composition:
One capsule contains 60 mg of alverine citrate.
Action:
Synthetic isoquinoline derivative with spasmolytic activity, stronger than papaverine. It works directly on smooth muscle (muscular effect muscular) and indirectly on the way to inhibit the inflow of Calcium ions into the smooth muscle cells. Due to the lack of parasympatolytic (atropine) action, the drug can be used in patients with glaucoma and prostatic hyperplasia.
Contraindications:
Hypersensitivity to the components of the preparation. Children under 13 years of age, breastfeeding. During pregnancy, apply only if the benefits for the mother outweigh the potential risk to the fetus. Hypotension. Use with caution in patients with severe circulatory, hepatic and renal failure.
Precautions:
Pregnancy and lactation:
Side effects:
Pain and dizziness, drowsiness, low blood pressure and dry mouth have been rarely observed.
Dosage:
Orally, adults 60-120 mg (1-2 capsules) 3 times a day. Children over 12 years of age 60 mg (1 capsule) 3 times a day.
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