Epiverin Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Epiverin Injection Information

Epiverin Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Abdominal Pain. Other than this, Epiverin Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Epiverin Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Epiverin Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Epiverin Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Epiverin Injection's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Epiverin Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Epiverin Injection related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Epiverin Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Epiverin Injection have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Epiverin Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Epiverin Benefits & Uses
Epiverin Dosage & How to Take
Epiverin Side Effects
Epiverin Related Warnings
Epiverin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Epiverin
Epiverin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Epiverin Injection Benefits & Uses

Epiverin Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Abdominal Pain

Other Benefits

Colic

Epiverin Injection Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Epiverin Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Epiverin Injection safe for pregnant women?

Epiverin may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Epiverin again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Epiverin Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Epiverin. Immediately discontinue Epiverin if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Epiverin Injection on the Kidneys?

Epiverin may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Epiverin Injection on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Epiverin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Epiverin Injection on the Heart?

Epiverin may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Epiverin Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Epiverin Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergies
Porphyria
Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Epiverin Injection

Is this Epiverin Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Epiverin Injection has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Epiverin Injection since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Epiverin Injection only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Epiverin Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Epiverin Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Epiverin Injection

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Epiverin Injection with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Epiverin Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Epiverin Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Epiverin Injection

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Epiverin in kidney stones pain?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Epiverin can be taken in kidney stones pain which is also known as colic pain (severe abdominal pain due to spasm). Epiverin works in colic pain by relieving the spasm that provides relief to the patient.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Epiverin cause hair loss?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Epiverin does not cause hair loss. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with your doctor about a better treatment option for hair loss.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Epiverin work?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Epiverin contains drotaverine which is a spasmolytic agent that has anti-spasmodic properties. It works by relaxing the smooth muscles that are present in the gastrointestinal tract through the inhibition of an enzyme (phosphodiesterase-IV). In this way Epiverin provides relief to patients from abdominal pain, spasm, and cramps.

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Epiverin?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Oral tablet and suspension of Epiverin should be taken by mouth three times daily or as advised by your doctor. Epiverin can be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption drug from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with cardiac dysfunction and improper kidney or liver function.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Epiverin with paracetamol?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Epiverin can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Epiverin along with paracetamol if taken as directed by a doctor.