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Drotapic 40mg Injection, Pack of 1 Injection
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Composition :

DROTAVERINE-40MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Pci Pharmaceuticals

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Drotapic 40mg Injection

Drotapic 40mg Injection belongs to a group of medicines called anti-spasmodic agents used to treat smooth muscle spasms of the biliary tract, urinary tract, and gastrointestinal tract. It is also used to treat dysmenorrhea (painful periods) and severe spastic pain during labour. 

Drotapic 40mg Injection contains 'Drotaverine', which works by relieving contractions associated with smooth muscles of the gastrointestinal tract, gall bladder, and urinary tract. Thus, it helps in relieving pain.

In some cases, Drotapic 40mg Injection may cause side effects such as nausea, headache, dizziness, constipation, and vertigo (spinning sensation). Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy before taking Drotapic 40mg Injection. Drotapic 40mg Injection is not recommended during breastfeeding. Drotapic 40mg Injection may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Directions for Use

• It is administered by a qualified healthcare professional through intravenous (IV) or intramuscular (IM) injection.• The doctor will determine the correct dosage and frequency of administration based on your condition.• Do not attempt to self-administer this injection.

Medicinal Benefits

Drotapic 40mg Injection is an anti-spasmodic agent that is used to treat smooth muscle spasms of the biliary tract (gall bladder), urinary tract, and gastrointestinal tract (gastric/duodenal ulcer disease, spastic conditions of cardia and pylorus of stomach, irritable bowel syndrome, spastic constipation, flatulence, stomach inflammation, bowel inflammation). It is also prescribed for dysmenorrhea (painful periods) and severe spastic pain during labour. Drotapic 40mg Injection can also be used in uncomplicated labour during the cervical dilation phase to shorten the dilation and overall labour duration.

How Drotapic 40mg Injection Works

Drotapic 40mg Injection contains 'Drotaverine', which works by relieving contractions associated with smooth muscles of the gastrointestinal tract, gall bladder, and urinary tract. Thus, it helps in relieving pain.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Drotapic 40mg Injection

Drotapic 40mg Injection is a parenteral formulation, hence the chance of overdose may be less. However, keep a track of your medicine as overdose of Drotapic 40mg Injection may cause symptoms like atrioventricular (AV) block, and cardiac arrest. Seek immediate medical attention if you observe any of these side effects.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Drotapic 40mg Injection if you are allergic to any components. Inform your doctor if you have low blood pressure, porphyria (blood disorder), heart problems, or liver or kidney problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy. Drotapic 40mg Injection is not recommended during breastfeeding and in children. Drotapic 40mg Injection may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Let your doctor know if you are taking prescription/non-prescription medicines, including herbal products and supplements.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Exercising regularly helps in muscle stretching, making them less likely to spasm, tear and sprain. Mild exercises such as jogging and walking are helpful for muscle stretching.
  • Massages can also be helpful.
  • Avoid freezing and hot temperatures.
  • Avoid wearing tight-fitting clothes; instead, wear loose garments.
  • Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.
  • To avoid developing pressure sores, change your position every two hours.
  • Stay hydrated, and drink plenty of water.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTISPASMODICS

Drotapic 40mg Injection Substitute

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol interacts with Drotapic 40mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy before receiving Drotapic 40mg Injection. Your doctor will prescribe this medicine only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

It is not recommended to use Drotapic 40mg Injection while breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Drotapic 40mg Injection may cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery after taking this medicine unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Caution is advised for patients with hepatic impairment. Please inform your doctor if you have liver problems before taking Drotapic 40mg Injection.

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Kidney

Caution

Caution is advised for patients with renal impairment. Please inform your doctor if you have kidney problems before taking Drotapic 40mg Injection.

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Children

Unsafe

Drotapic 40mg Injection is not recommended for use in children.

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FAQs

Drotapic 40mg Injection belongs to a group of medicines called anti-spasmodic agents used to treat smooth muscle spasms of the biliary tract, urinary tract, and gastrointestinal tract. It is also used to treat dysmenorrhea (painful periods) and severe spastic pain during labour.

Drotapic 40mg Injection works by relieving contractions associated with smooth muscles of the biliary tract, urinary tract, and gastrointestinal tract.

Drotapic 40mg Injection should be used with caution in case of hypotension (low blood pressure). Regular monitoring of blood pressure levels is advised while taking Drotapic 40mg Injection.

Consult your doctor if you are taking levodopa as Drotapic 40mg Injection may reduce the anti-Parkinsonian effects of levodopa, leading to worsening tremors and rigidity.

Vertigo might be a side-effect of Drotapic 40mg Injection. Consult your doctor if you experience spinning sensations or loss of balance.

Drotapic 40mg Injection may be indicated in the treatment of dysmenorrhea (painful periods). Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

Drotapic 40mg Injection is usually given if the patient is unable to take medicines by oral route or when immediate relief from smooth muscle spasms is required.

Consult your doctor to reassess your condition and to determine if different treatment is necessary. But do not self-medicate. Stomach pain can be due to various reasons including infections, food poisoning, menstruation, allergies, ulcers, etc.

No, Drotapic 40mg Injection is not a steroid. It is an antispasmodic medication that contains drotaverine, which helps relieve pain caused by smooth muscle spasms.

The common side effects of Drotapic 40mg Injection are nausea, vomiting, dry mouth and vertigo (spinning sensation). If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - DR48674

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Author Details

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Written By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

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Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 17, 2025 | 10:57 AM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.profarma.al/index.php/profarma-products/profarma-product-categories/atc/alimentary-tract-and-metabolism/product/download/file_id-5759
  2. https://nanopdf.com/download/22043_pdf
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