Stoverine: Dosages and Ingredients | Full Prescribing Info

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Full Prescribing Info

Contents

Papaverine hydrochloride.

Description

Each tablet contains: Papaverine hydrochloride 40 mg.

Indications/Uses

For additional therapy in conditions which need smooth-muscle relaxation, ie.: Colic of ureteral tract; Colic of biliary tract; Colic of gastrointestinal tract.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Adults: 100-300 mg daily in 3-5 divided doses.
Administration: With or without food.

Contraindications

Patients with hepatic insufficiencies.
Patients with hypersensitivity to Papaverine hydrochloride.

Special Precautions

Pregnancy and lactation; Children; Patients with glaucoma.
Discontinue treatment if liver hypersensitivity with gastrointestinal jaundice symptoms, eosinophilia, or liver function test changes.

Adverse Reactions

Gastrointestinal disturbances.
Occasionally: liver hypersensitivity.

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Drug Interactions

Reduce the effectivity of levodopa.
Potentiate effect of Calcium blockers (as it has a similar structure with Papaverine hydrochloride.

MIMS Class

Antispasmodics

ATC Classification

A03AD01 - papaverine ; Belongs to the class of papaverine and derivatives. Used in the treatment of functional bowel disorders.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Stoverine tab 40 mg

Packing/Price

10 × 10's

Stoverine

Manufacturer:

Ifars