Somolax 60 mg (Tablet)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Alverine citrate |
| Company | Incepta pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Bowel movement disturbances caused by small sacs or pouches in the wall of the gut (diverticular disease)
- Abdominal pain associated with menstrual periods (Primary dysmenorrhea)
- Relief of other conditions associated with spasm of involuntary muscle
Pharmacology
Alverine Citrate is a smooth muscle relaxant. It acts directly on the muscle in the gut, causing it to relax. It also relaxes the smooth muscle in the uterus.
Dosage & Administration
Orally: 60-120 mg 1-3 times daily for adults.
Interaction
No drug interactions reported with this medicine.
Contraindications
Paralytic ileus or known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Itching
- Rash
- Allergic reactions
Pregnancy & Lactation
Use during pregnancy or lactation is not recommended due to limited evidence of safety in preclinical studies.
Precautions & Warnings
Avoid in patients with intestinal obstruction or paralytic ileus.
Use in Special Populations
Not recommended for children under 12 years.
Overdose Effects
Can produce hypotension and atropine like-toxic effects. Management for overdose is similar to atropine poisoning with continuation of supportive therapy for hypotension.
Therapeutic Class
Anticholinergics
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool and dry place, away from light. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children. Store below 25°C temperature.