Visarin 5 mg/2 ml (IM/IV Injection)
2 ml ampoule: ৳ 25.00 (1 x 5: ৳ 125.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Tiemonium methylsulphate |
| Company | Pharmasia limited |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Reduces muscle spasm of the intestine, biliary system, bladder, and uterus
- Symptomatic treatment of pain related to functional disorders of the digestive tract and biliary system
- Treatment of spasm and pain in urological and gynaecological diseases
Pharmacology
- Competitive antagonist of acetylcholine and histamine
- Strengthens calcium bond with membrane phospholipids and proteins
- Inhibits intracellular contractile protein of visceral cell, causing inhibition of visceral spasm and pain
Dosage & Administration
- Usual adult dose: 2-6 tablets or 3-9 teaspoonfuls syrup daily in divided doses
- Children's dose: 3 ml/kg or 6 mg/kg body weight daily in divided doses
- Injection dosage: 1 Tiemonium Methylsulphate Injection 3 times daily
- Suppository dosage: 20 mg Tiemonium Methylsulphate suppository two or three times daily
Interaction
- Should not be used with other drugs without prior consultation with a registered physician to avoid possible drug interaction
Contraindications
- Not to be used in urethroprostatic disorder involving a risk of urine retention
- Contraindicated in patients having risk of angle closure glaucoma
Side Effects
- Risk of hypotension and tachycardia in certain individuals
Pregnancy & Lactation
- No teratogenic effects revealed in animal studies
- Caution advised for nursing mothers in absence of sufficient data
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution during treatment of patients with disorders of the prostate
- Caution in case of chronic bronchitis, coronary insufficiency, ambient hyperthermia, renal & hepatic insufficiency
- Risks of visual disturbances
Use in Special Populations
- Paediatric use safety and effectiveness not established
- Efficacy and safety maintained with increasing age in geriatric use
Overdose Effects
- No available data regarding the overdose of Visarin tablet
Therapeutic Class
- Anticholinergics
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place, away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children