Information about Isopropamide
Generic Name : IsopropamideUp-to-date prescription details regarding Isopropamide are provided here.
Pronunciation : Iso-prop-amide
Learn the correct pronunciation of the Isopropamide, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
Therapeutic Classification : Anticholinergics
Trade Names/Brand Names of Isopropamide
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Overview of Isopropamide
• It used for the treatment of peptic ulcer disease, and also for the relief of other gastrointestinal disorders.Why is Isopropamide Prescribed? (Indications)
Isopropamide is used for the treatment of peptic ulcer.It is also used for the treatment of other gastrointestinal disorders like nervous dyspepsia and irritable bowel syndrome along with trifluoperazine.
When should Isopropamide not be taken? (Contraindications)
• Isopropamide is contraindicated if the patient is allergic to the drug.What is the dosage of Isopropamide?
• The recommended oral dose of the drug in adults is 5mg (usually available in combination with trifluoperazine 1 mg)How should Isopropamide be taken?
• One tablet of this medicine should be taken twice daily or as directed by the physician.What are the warnings and precautions for Isopropamide?
• The patient should be monitored regularly for the therapeutic responses• Isopropamide should not use in high dose
• Caution is advised in patients with asthma, heart, prostate and urinary disease. It should not be used in patients with narrow-angle glaucoma
• It should also be avoided in patients with myasthenia gravis and intestinal obstruction
What are the side effects of Isopropamide?
Digestive tract: Dryness of mouth, difficulty with swallowing, thirst and constipationEye: Blurred vision and dilated pupils
Urinary tract: Urinary retention
Others: Changes in mood, changes in blood pressure, allergic reaction
What are the other precautions for Isopropamide?
• Use with caution in elderly patients.• The use of this drug during pregnancy should be restricted.
What are the Drug Interactions of Isopropamide?
• Isopropamide should not be used along with other anticholinergic drugs.• Isopropamide may interact with lithium to cause additional constipation and other side effects.
