Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for RANISPAS-DV FC-TAB and its Constituents
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Serious Side-Effects
- 9 Rare Side-Effects
- 10 Technical Classification
- 11 Available Alternatives for RANISPAS-DV FC-TAB
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Overview
RANISPAS-DV FC-TAB is a Schedule H drug.RANISPAS-DV FC-TAB is composed of: RANITIDINE (150 MG), DROTAVERINE (40 MG)
Ranitidine belongs to a group of drugs called histamine-2 blockers. It works by reducing the amount of acid your stomach produces. Ranitidine is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the stomach and intestines. It also treats conditions in which the stomach produces too much acid, such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Ranitidine also treats gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other conditions in which acid backs up from the stomach into the esophagus, causing heartburn.
Drotaverine is a anti spasmolytic drug used to relive spasmodic pains. It is used in conditions of smooth muscle spasm, peptic ulcer, spastic constipation, control and prevention of pain and dysfunction due to smooth muscle spasms.
Usage
RANITIDINE is generally used to treat: Ulcer, Stomach, Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome, GERDRANITIDINE can address symptoms like: Heartburn
DROTAVERINE is generally used to treat: Cholecystitis, Cholelithiasis
DROTAVERINE can address symptoms like: Abdomen Pain
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 1month
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
How Do I Take It?
RANISPAS-DV FC-TAB is generally taken Before Food.Precautions for RANISPAS-DV FC-TAB and its Constituents
Avoid drinking alcohol. It can increase the risk of damage to your stomach. Caution should be exercised in patients with
- Caution should be exercised in patients with heart/liver/kidney disease, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
- Take drotaverine tablets 20 minutes before a meal to relieve or reduce post meal symptoms.
- Consult your doctor before you start drotaverine if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
- Stop taking drotaverine and consult a doctor, if experience severe allergic reactions.
- Due to possible side effects such as dizziness and vertigo resulting from hypotension, you should avoid driving or using machines.
Symptoms of Overdosage
RANITIDINE over-dosage can result in: Loss Of Coordination, Lightheadedness, FaintingDROTAVERINE over-dosage can result in: Dry Mouth, Eyes Blurred Vision
Common Side-Effects
RANITIDINE : Head Headache, ConstipationDROTAVERINE : Skin Irritation, Dry Mouth, Nausea, Vomit, Fainting
Serious Side-Effects
RANITIDINE : Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Eyes Yellow EyesRare Side-Effects
RANITIDINE : Body Itching, Face Swelling, Dizziness, Difficulty BreathingTechnical Classification
RANITIDINE is categorized as: H2 ANTAGONISTS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTSDROTAVERINE is categorized as:
- ANALGESIC COMBINATIONS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
- ANTICHOLINERGICS/ANTISPASMODICS / FUNCTIONAL BOWEL DISORDER AGENTS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS
Available Alternatives for RANISPAS-DV FC-TAB
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
RANISPAS DV 40MG/150MG TAB | INR 38.5 for 10 TABLETS | RANITIDINE 150.0 MG, DROTAVERINE 40.0 MG |
RANISPAS-DV FC-TAB | INR 12.8 for 10 TABLETS | RANITIDINE 150 MG, DROTAVERINE 40 MG |