Epidosin Ampoule Of 1ml Injection
Epidosin 8 MG Description
Epidosin injection is used in treating pain due to muscle spasms or periods. It is also used in the urinary tract and bile stone colic. This medicine is also used for the opening of the cervix in the
first stage of labour. Epidosin injection contains valethamate as its active ingredient. This medicine will be given to you in a hospital or clinic by a doctor or nurse as an injection. You should avoid self-injecting. Before using this injection, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹27.82 |
You Save | ₹3.79 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Valethamate(8.0 Mg) |
Uses | Muscle spasm |
Side effects | Dry mouth, flushing of face, constipation, difficulty in swallowing |
Therapy | ANTI-SPASMODICS |
Uses of Epidosin 8 MG
- Epidosin injection is a smooth muscle relaxant and is used to manage pain related to muscle spasms and menstruation (painful periods). It is also used in the urinary tract and bile stone colic.
- It is also used for cervical dilatation (opening of the cervix) in the first stage of labour.
Contraindications of Epidosin 8 MG
- If you are allergic to valethamate or any other ingredients of the Epidosin injection.
- If you have problems with your liver or kidneys.
- If you have glaucoma.
- If you have any intestinal blockage or obstruction.
- If you suffer from a condition called Pyloric stenosis, wherein the opening between the stomach and small intestine thickens.
- If you have ulcerative colitis (a condition that causes inflammation in the digestive tract).
Side effects of Epidosin 8 MG
- Dry mouth
- Flushing of face
- Constipation
- Difficulty in swallowing
- Difficulty in passing urine
- Rapid heartbeats
- Blurred vision
- Glaucoma (increased pressure within the eyeball)
Precautions and Warnings of Epidosin 8 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have a pre-existing health condition such as problems with your heart, liver or kidneys.
- You suffer from any eye condition.
- You have intestine problems.
- You develop an allergic reaction after using the Epidosin injection.
- You are pregnant, think you may be or are planning a pregnancy.
- You are breastfeeding.
Mode of Action of Epidosin 8 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Epidosin 8 MG
- Epidosin injection will be given to you in the hospital by your doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject this medicine.
- Follow any instructions suggested by the doctor or nurse during the procedure or for aftercare.
Interactions of Epidosin 8 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way the Epidosin injection works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Especially, if you are taking any other medicines like atropine, belladonna, dicyclomine, loperamide, promethazine.
Storage and disposal of Epidosin 8 MG
- Store Epidosin injection under the conditions mentioned on the pack.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Epidosin 8 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the use of Epidosin injection?
- Epidosin injection is a smooth muscle relaxant and is used to manage pain related to muscle spasms and menstruation (painful periods). It is also used in the urinary tract and bile stone colic.
- It is also used for cervical dilatation (opening of the cervix) in the first stage of labour.
Q: What should be discussed with my healthcare professional before I start the treatment with Epidosin inj?
- Inform the doctor about your detailed medical & surgical history.
- Inform your doctor if you have heart, liver or kidney disease or have fits.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning to have a baby.
- Epidosin injection may interact with other medicines, hence, inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines including supplements or herbal products. Also, inform your doctor if you are stopping any medicine....
Q: What does Epidosin injection contain?
Q: What is the action of inj Epidosin?
Q: How do you use Epidosin injection?
References
- Injection valethamate bromide [Internet]. Ijrcog.org. 2021 [cited 8 April 2022]
- Comparative efficacy of Drotaverine hydrochloride and Valethamate bromide on cervical dilatation in active labour. [Accessed on 8 April 2022] (online)
- Valethamate: Uses, Interactions, Mechanism of Action | DrugBank Online [Internet]. Go.drugbank.com. 2021 [cited 8 April 2022]
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