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Nospa Tablet

Manufacturer:- Sanofi-Aventis
Generic Name:- Drotaverine
Formula:- Drotaverine Hydrochloride….40mg
Drug Class:- Antispasmodic
Medicinal Form:- Tablet

About Nospa Tablet

Nospa tablet uses include the relief of muscle cramps in the abdomen. It relaxes tight muscles that cause pain. It reduces abdominal pain, gallstone pain, menstrual pain, and kidney stone pain. It works fast without making you sleepy or messing with your digestion. It works fast without making you sleepy or messing with your digestion.

Nospa Tablet Dosage and Administration

Adult Dosage:

For normal pain, take one 40mg pill 2-3 times daily.

For bad pain, take two 40mg pills 2-3 times daily.

For period pain, take one pill when pain starts, then more if needed.

Children Dosage:

Kids over 6 years: Half to one pill based on weight.

Not for children under 6 years.

How to Take:

Swallow the pill whole with water

Can be taken with or without food

Take only when you have pain

Don't break or chew the pill

Don't take more than 6 pills in one day

Nospa Tablet Warnings

Don't use Nospa Tablet if you:

  • Got a rash from this medicine before
  • Have bad kidney problems
  • Have bad liver problems
  • Have heart rhythm problems
  • Are under 6 years old

Nospa Tablet Precautions

Talk with your doctor first if you:

  • Have low blood pressure
  • Have heart problems
  • Have eye pressure problems
  • Are pregnant or feeding a baby
  • Have prostate problems
  • Take other medicines regularly

Also, remember:

  • This medicine might make you dizzy
  • Don't drive until you know how it affects you
  • Drink lots of water with this medicine
  • Not for using many days without the doctor's say-so

Nospa Tablet Side Effects

Most people handle this medicine fine, but you might get:

  • Feeling dizzy
  • Headache
  • Feeling sick
  • Dry mouth
  • Fast heartbeat
  • Hard to sleep
  • Bad side effects:
  • Very low blood pressure
  • Skin rash or itching
  • Bad dizziness with fainting
  • Uneven heartbeat
  • Very bad belly pain
  • Blurry seeing

Storage Instructions

Keep in cool, dry place

Away from children's reach

Packaging and Quantity

Comes in packs of 20 pills

Prescription Requirement

It is a prescription-only medication due to its potential side effects and to prevent misuse.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Nospa Tablet

Nospa Tab doesn't usually make you sleepy. It works on muscles without affecting your brain. You can do normal things after taking it, but some people feel dizzy, so be careful when driving.
Take Nospa Tab when you feel pain or cramps. For period pain, take it when the pain starts. You can take it with or without food at any time when needed.
Most medicines work fine with Nospa Tab, but always tell your doctor about all pills you take. Be careful with blood pressure medicines, as Nospa might lower blood pressure further.
Pregnant women should only take it if really needed. Ask your doctor first if pregnant, especially in the first three months.
Nospa Tab starts working within 15-30 minutes after taking it. The pain relief usually lasts 4-6 hours. If pain doesn't get better after taking Nospa, talk to your doctor.
A pack of 20 Nospa 40mg pills costs between Rs 180 - 210 in Pakistan. Price may vary in different strengths.
Nospa helps IBS patients by relaxing the cramping gut muscles that cause pain and discomfort. It can reduce belly pain, bloating, and spasms that happen with irritable bowel syndrome. Many IBS patients keep Nospa handy for sudden pain attacks.
Nospa Tablet معدے میں درد، حیض کے درد، پتھری کے درد، پتتاشی کے کھچاؤ، اور معدے کی نالی میں پٹھوں کے کھچاؤ کے علاج کے لیے۔ یہ ہموار پٹھوں کو آرام دے کر درد اور تکلیف سے فوری نجات فراہم کرتا ہے۔ یہ خاص طور پر پیٹ کے درد، ماہواری کے درد اور آنتوں کی تکلیف میں مفید ہے۔

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