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Indications
Somolax Capsule is used for:
Dysmenorrhoea, Gastrointestinal tract spasm, Irritable bowel syndrome, Diverticular disease
Adult Dose
Oral
Dysmenorrhoea, Gastrointestinal tract spasm
Adult: 60-120 mg 1-3 times daily.
Child Dose
Oral
Dysmenorrhoea, Gastrointestinal tract spasm
Child: >12 yr: 60-120 mg 1-3 times daily.
Renal Dose
Administration
Contra Indications
Hypersensitivity, intestinal obstruction, paralytic ileus; children <12 yr.
Precautions
Pregnancy, lactation.
Pregnancy-Lactation
Interactions
Adverse Effects
Side effects of Alverine Citrate :
Nausea, headache; pruritus, rash; dizziness; allergic reactions.
Potentially Fatal: Anaphylaxis.
Mechanism of Action
Alverine is a synthetic, non-narcotic, nonhabit-forming spasmolytic agent, which acts directly on intestinal and uterine smooth muscle.
Note
Somolax 120mg Capsule manufactured by Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.. Its generic name is Alverine Citrate. Somolax is availble in Bangladesh.
DIMS information on Somolax Capsule is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.