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Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free


Your child’s medicine at a glance

Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free is an antispasmodic medicine. In children, it is used in the treatment of abdominal pain. It provides relief from the pain associated with irritable bowel syndrome, intestinal or kidney stones, or other gastrointestinal diseases.

Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free is used to treat painful menstruation and other diseases caused by smooth muscle tightness and also to aid in child birth (delivery)

Uses of Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free in children

Benefits of Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free for your child

In Pain relief

Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free effectively relieves sudden muscle spasms or contractions in the stomach and intestine (gut), thereby improving the pain. This helps to treat abdominal pain (or stomach pain) as well as cramps, bloating and discomfort associated with menstrual cycles or kidney stones also. Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Eventually, it will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

Side effects of Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free in children

Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Drotin

  • Blurred vision
  • Weakness
  • Nervousness
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Vertigo
  • Constipation
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Hypotension (low blood pressure)
  • Fast heart rate
  • Sweating

How can I give Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Drotin Oral Suspension works

Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free is an antispasmodic medicine that relieves contractions (spasms) associated with smooth muscles in the abdomen.

Safety advice

Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free is recommended.
However, it should be used with caution in children with severe kidney disease. Dose alterations may be required in such children.
Liver
CAUTION
Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if I forget to give Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free to my child?

Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, give the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose if it is almost the time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

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Quick tips

  • Taking frequent sips of water may help if dry mouth occurs with the use of Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free.
  • Do not practice self-medication. Never give any stomach pain medicine to your child without consulting a doctor.
  • Never give the medicines meant for adults to children as they can be harmful for your child
  • Some self-care tips:
    1. Give a fiber-rich balanced diet to your child.
    2. Divide your child’s meal into proportions. Give an easily digestible meal to your child.
    3. Practice hot fomentation by placing a hot compression pad over your child’s abdomen during pain. 
    4. Avoid giving caffeinated foods such as coffee and chocolates to your child as these can trigger stomach pain.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Papaverine Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Phosphodiesterase-IV inhibitors (Smooth Muscle Relaxant)

Patient concerns

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Throat pain resulted out of infection. Already given ebast suspension 1 tbspn, azilide (azithromycin oral suspension ) 1 tbspn. Should I give him drotin suspension as the kid is feeling pain in throat. ??? Doctor plz appreciate as the kid is in pain
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Paediatrics
My child was suffering cold and he doesn't eat daily please give me medicine to my child 05:48 PM 05:48 PM There are many causes of your problem. Exact cause has to be determined to give proper medicines. 07:12 PM 07:12 PM Please consult Dr. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. may ask you for lab test on blood urine stool etc. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment.There are many causes of your problem. Exact cause has to be determined to give proper medicines. Please consult Dr. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. may ask you for lab test on blood urine stool etc. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment.
Gall stones patient for last two years. Mild abdominal pain due to this once or twice a week.What oral medicine is to be used for relief?
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
Drotin DS for painbut better refer to laproscopic surgeon
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FAQs

My child who is having abdominal pain has to participate in a sports function tomorrow at school. Is Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free the right choice?

Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free may cause drowsiness and/or blurred vision. These side effects may impair physical or mental abilities. Therefore, it is advised to avoid the use of Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free if your child has to perform a task that requires mental alertness.

Can I give Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free to my child who is suffering from heart disease?

Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free should be used with caution in children with heart disease as it can lower blood pressure levels. Always consult your child’s doctor before giving Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free to your child.

What will happen if I overdose on Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free?

Excessive intake of Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free can result in increased incidence of side effects <br>In children. The symptoms of overdose include- nausea, vomiting, stomach discomfort, fall in blood pressure, and increased heart rate. In case of an overdose, consult your child’s doctor on an immediate basis.

What will happen if my child intake an expired Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free?

It is very unlikely for a single dose of expired Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free to produce an adverse event. However, please consult your child’s doctor if your child feels unwell or sick after consuming an expired medicine. Just remember, an expired medicine might not be as potent in treating your child’s condition. Therefore, it is advisable to refrain from using expired medicine.

My child is having constipation. Can I give Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free?

Antispasmodic medicines such as Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free relieve the stomach cramps brought on by irritable bowel syndrome by relaxing the smooth muscle of the gut. But these medicines may cause constipation as a side -effect, so they are not usually prescribed for children who develop constipation in IBS.

In which conditions should I avoid giving Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free to my child?

Avoid giving Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free in conditions like gastrointestinal obstruction, inflammatory bowel disease, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), cardiovascular disease, liver impairment, renal malfunction, hyperthyroidism, urinary obstruction, glaucoma, neuromuscular disease, down syndrome, or hypersensitivity to Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free.

When should I call my child’s doctor right away?

Reach out to your child’s doctor without any delay if your child exhibits serious side- effects like impaired consciousness, blurred vision, bouts of diarrhea, hyperthermia, or psychosis.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free?

Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Drotin DS Oral Suspension Mango Sugar Free. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

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References

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  2. Pediatric Oncall: Child Health Care. Drotaverine. [Accessed 22 Feb. 2021] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Narang M, Shah D, Akhtar H. Efficacy and Safety of Drotaverine Hydrochloride in Children with Recurrent Abdominal Pain: A Randomized Placebo Controlled Trial. Indian Pediatr. 2015;52(10):847-51. [Accessed 05 Jul. 2021] (online) Available from:External Link

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