Algin 10 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
50 ml bottle: ৳ 55.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Tiemonium methylsulphate |
| Company | Renata limited |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Algin is an antispasmodic drug that reduces muscles spasm of the intestine, biliary system, bladder and uterus. It is used in symptomatic treatment of pain related to functional disorders of the digestive tract and biliary system. It is also indicated for the treatment of spasm and pain in urological and gynaecological diseases.
Pharmacology
- Tiemonium Methylsulphate is a competitive antagonist of Acetylcholine, Histamine and strengthens of calcium bond with membrane phospholipids and proteins. It inhibits intracellular contractile protein of visceral cell which causes inhibition of visceral spasm and pain.
Dosage & Administration
- Adult: usual dose is 2-6 tablets or 3-9 teaspoonfuls syrup daily in divided doses. Children: 3 ml/kg or 6 mg/kg body weight daily in divided doses. Injection: 1 Tiemonium Methylsulphate Injection 3 times daily, through Intravenous route slowly or Intramuscular route. Suppository: 20 mg Tiemonium Methylsulphate suppository two or three times daily, through rectal route.
Interaction
- Algin tablet should not be used with other drugs without prior consult of a registered physician to avoid possible drug interaction.
Contraindications
- It should not be used in urethroprostatic disorder involving a risk of urine retension. It is contraindicated in patients having risk of angle closure glaucoma.
Side Effects
- Algin may have the risk of hypotension & tachycardia in certain individuals.
Pregnancy & Lactation
- The results of animal studies of Tiemonium Methylsulphate did not reveal any teratogenic effects. No problems have been reported with normal use during pregnancy and lactation, although prudence should be the rule for nursing mothers.
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution should be taken during treatment of patients with disorders of the prostate, chronic bronchitis, coronary insufficiency, ambient hyperthermia, renal & hepatic insufficiency. The risks of visual disturbances can make it dangerous to drive or use machines.
Use in Special Populations
- Safety and effectiveness of Algin in paediatric patients have not been established. Efficacy and safety were maintained with increasing age in geriatric patients.
Overdose Effects
- There is not available data regarding the overdose of Algin tablet.
Therapeutic Class
- Anticholinergics
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place, away from light and heat. Keep out of the reach of children.
Common Questions about Algin 10 mg/5 ml Syrup
- Algin 10 mg/5 ml Syrup is an antispasmodic drug that reduces muscles spasm of the intestine, biliary system, bladder and uterus. It is used for the treatment of pain in digestive tract and biliary system. It is also indicated for the treatment of spasm and pain in urological and gynaecological diseases.