Valethamate Medication Information
Discover comprehensive details about Valethamate, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.
The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.
Additionally, explore the Valethamate brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Valethamate Pronunciation : va-leth'a-mat bro'mid ICD Code : Y55.1 Therapeutic Classification : AntispasmodicsBrand Names or Trade Names of Valethamate
India :
Osdil |
Valosin (8 mg) |
Diloton (10+8) |
Epidosin |
Valosin |
Epidosin (8mg) |
Valemide - 8mg |
Epidosin (1 ml) |
Valamate |
Valthamet Bromide
International :
Colwen, Epidosin
Why is Valethamate Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an antispasmodic agent; prescribed for dysmenorrhea, GI spasm, post-operation pain, tenesmus (incomplete defecation), urinary tract and bile stone colic.When should Valethamate not be taken? (Contraindications)
Increased eye pressure, benign prostatic hyperplasia, intestinal obstruction, ulcer, and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Valethamate?
Adult- PO- Per tab contains valethamate bromide 10 mg and paracetamol 325 mg: 1 tab 3 times/day.IV/IM- 8-16 mg/day.
How should Valethamate be taken?
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.It also comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the veon or muscle.
What are the warnings and precautions for Valethamate?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of severe liver or kidney disease, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may cause blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
