Product Description
Nospa Tablet is an antispasmodic and anticholinergic that is used to smooth muscle spasms in the urinary tract, gall bladder, and gastrointestinal tract. It is also used to treat menstrual cramps and abdominal pain.
Nospa Tablet Formula
Nospa Tablet contains Drotaverine HCl which belongs to the class of antispasmodic drugs.
Nospa Tablet 40mg Uses
Nospa tablet has an active compound called drotaverine (an antispasmodic agent). It works by relaxing the smooth muscles of the walls of blood vessels and organs.
Drotaverine inhibits the enzyme phosphodiesterase-4 (pde-4) and promotes the gathering of the cyclic amp (molecule to regulate the relaxation and contraction of smooth muscles). This all allows the drotaverine to relieve pain and spasms in the urinary tract, gall bladder, and gastrointestinal tract.
Some of the Nospa Tablet uses are given as follows:
- Smooth Muscle Spasms in the Urinary Tract, Gall Bladder, and Gastrointestinal Tract
- Periods Cramps in Women
- Abdominal Pain
- Treat Menstrual Cramps (Dysmenorrhea)
- Renal Colic (Relieves the Intense Pain Caused By the Passage of Kidney Stones)
- Pain Caused by Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Doctors usually prescribe the drug to those who have pain in the abdominal area.
Nospa Tablet Alternatives
There are alternatives to this drug present in the market, such as Cyclod M, Jp-Spas, Mefton D, Sapswik MF, etc.
Medicinal Forms
Dosage and Administration
- Nospa Tablet tablets come in Nospa 40 mg or 80 mg tablet which should be taken after a meal. It might cause stomach upset if taken empty stomach.
- Doctors recommend taking 3-4 tablets per day depending on the pain being treated. The maximum dosage of the drug should not exceed 240mg per day.
- However, do not give the tablet to children under 1 year of age.
- Consider taking a Nospa tablet after food.
- Avoid crushing or chewing the tablet; instead, swallow it whole along with some water.
- If you miss a dose of Nospa Tablet, then take the dose as early as possible. But if it is almost the time of the next dose, then skip the previous one and take the next one. And follow the regular dosing schedule.
- Follow the dosing instructions as advised by your doctor.
Nospa Tablet Side Effects
There are no serious side effects after taking Nospa Tablet. But some of the commonly occurring effects are as follows:
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Insomnia
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dry Mouth
- Constipation
- Palpitations
- Rash
- Diarrhea
- Hypotension
Risks and Warnings
There are some circumstances under which the use of medicine can be alarming. So before using the medicine, know its risks and warnings. Some of the risks and warnings associated with it are:
Mothers who are pregnant or breastfeeding their babies should consult a doctor before taking this medicine. It can be harmful to your baby’s health. So, it is advised to consult a healthcare provider before taking any drug.
If you’re allergic to Nospa Tablet or any other drug like drotaverine, then do not take it. It can worsen the situation.
It is better to inform your doctor about any allergies you may have.
No-spa tablet contains lactose. Therefore, if you’ve lactose intolerance, then it is better to talk to your doctor first before taking medicine.
- Children Below 1 Years of Age
Nospa tablets or injections should not be given to children below 1 year of age.
Drug Interactions
When you take more than two drugs together, they can cause a reaction in the body. Sometimes the reaction is not obvious. But sometimes, it can cause adverse reactions. Therefore, it is better to consult your doctor before taking any other medicines along with Nospa tablets.
It is an antispasmodic and may interact with the following drugs:
- Levodopa
- Rifampicin
- Cimetidine
- Alcohol
- Ketoconazole
- Other Antispasmodic Drugs
To avoid any drug interactions, it is better to tell your doctor the complete medical history and the medicines that you’re already taking.
Overdose of Nospa Tablet
Some of the symptoms of an overdose of Nospa Tablet are:
- Weakness
- Malaise
- Dizziness
- Vomiting
- Headache
- A drop in blood pressure
- Sleepiness
- Anaphylaxis
- Cardiovascular Disorders
- Hypotension
- Constipation
In case of an overdose, it is advised to talk to your doctor immediately.
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place, and avoid refrigerating it
- Store it at room temperature (20–25°C)
- Keep it away from heat, direct sunlight, and moisture
- Keep it away from children and pets
- Do not use the medicine once it has passed its expiration date
