Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml

About

Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml is taken to help ease spasmodic muscles in the stomach. The spasms/cramps can cause moderate to severe pain in humans suffering from illnesses such as irritable bowel syndrome and chronic irritable colon.

Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml is available in tablet or solution form (ampule). Dosage is dependent on the patient’s stage of illness, age, weight, any diseases the patient might be suffering from and any adverse effects the patient might feel. Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml is safe to be prescribed to pregnant (except in the first trimester), lactating and elderly patients. There isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml is safe or unsafe to administer/prescribe to patients aged under 18 years and therefore, not prescribed to young patients.

A lower dosage of the drug may be prescribed to elderly patients with other illnesses (such as kidney and liver impairment). The intake of alcohol is prohibited while undergoing treatment with Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml as it may cause dizziness. Nausea, fatigue, headache, and stomach problems are just a few of the common side effects felt by patients while ingesting Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml, these effects tend to resolve on their own in a few days.

Indications

Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml can be used to treat spasms associated with:

• Irritable bowel syndrome 
• Delayed labor
• Dysentery renal colic 
• Biliary colic dysmenorrhea 
• Diarrhea 
• Expulsion of kidney stones 
• Menstrual cramps 
• Dysmenorrhea 
• Premenstrual syndrome 

How Does Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml Work?

Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml is known as an anticholinergic that acts on the smooth muscles in the stomach and helps ease cramps/spasms by relaxing the muscles.

How To Use Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml?

Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml comes in tablet form. Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml can be taken orally with or without water. Do not crush Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml and swallow as wholes.

Dosage

Adult Dosage

An ampule can be administered if Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml is to be taken in solution form; a maximum of 3 ampules can be administered in 24 hours.

Child Dosage

There isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml is safe or unsafe to administer/prescribe to patients aged under 18 years.

Elderly Dosage 

For patients under the age of 65 years, due to decreased kidney function,Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml may not be effectively removed from the body and so, in such cases, the doctor may prescribe an altered dose of the Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml.

Pediatric Dose

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For Light Pain

• One tablet two times a day should be taken with a glass of water.

For Moderate Pain

• One tablet thrice a day with a glass of water.

For Severe and Chronic Pain

• Two tablets three times a day should be taken with a glass of water.

Pregnancy Use and Lactation

Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml is safe to be prescribed to pregnant women except in their first trimester of pregnancy. Lactating women can ingest Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml safely under the supervision and care of a physician, as lactating women have a higher need for calcium and therefore, it might be necessary to prescribe calcium along with treatment with Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml.

Contraindications

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml:

• Allergy to Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml or any other medicine or food substance 
• Carcinomas of liver 
• Carcinomas of the pancreas 
• Hypercalcemia 
• Severe hypercalciuria 
• Moderate to severe heart impairment 
• Hyperparathyroidism 
• Paralytic ileus 
• Mechanical stenosis of the GIT (gastrointestinal tract)

Precautions

Please tell your doctor about any of the following conditions before using Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml:

• Pregnancy 
• Lactation 
• Mild hypercalciuria 
• History of kidney stones 
• Mild to moderate renal (kidney) impairment 
• Mild to moderate liver impairment 

Interactions With Other Medications

Please tell your doctor about the use of the following before using Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml:

• Digitalis 
• Morphine 
• Other narcotics 
• Anticoagulants 
• Calcitonin 
• Chlorpromazine 
• Iron 
• Nalidixic acid 
• Oxyphenbutazone 
• Sodium para-amino salicylate 
• Penicillins 
• Pentobarbital 
• Tetracycline 
• Vitamin A 
• Spinach 
• Corticosteroids 
• Thiazide diuretics 
• Quinidine 
• Salicylates
• Alcohol 
• Tobacco 
• Phenytoin 

Adverse Effects

Common Adverse Effects

Like most medicines, Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml has certain side effects which include:

• Nausea 
• Vomiting 
• Dry mouth 
• Drowsiness 
• Diarrhea 

These effects tend to be mild and resolve in a few days of taking Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml.

Rare Adverse Effects

If any of the following adverse effects are seen or felt, the patient is advised to immediately contact their doctor.

• Epigastric pain 
• Facial flushing 
• Itching
• Erythema 
• Vertigo 

How To Cope with Some of The Adverse Effects

• Dry Mouth

Can be helped by sipping water throughout the day, chewing sugarless gum, using alcohol-free mouthwash, allowing ice to melt in the mouth, or using a saliva substitute.

• Feeling drowsy

If the medication makes you feel drowsy or sleepy, stop what you're doing and sit or lie down until you feel better, and do not rise too fast or immediately from a sitting or lying down position to a standing posture. Do not drive or use tools or machinery in case of any of these effects.

• Feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting) or diarrhea

Avoid eating rich or spicy food. It might help to take medication after food. If you're sick, try drinking small, frequent sips of water. If you have diarrhea, replenish with plenty of water or other fluids. 

Key Facts About Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml

• Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml is prescribed to patients suffering from IBS, menstrual cramps 
• Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml is safe to be prescribed to pregnant women
• Alcohol use with Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml is prohibited while undergoing treatment 
• Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml may cause nausea, drowsiness, and dry mouth 

FAQs

#1.HOW TO STORE Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml?

Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml is to be kept away from the reach of children, in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity as that tends to ruin certain drugs.

#2. WHAT IF I TAKE TOO MUCH OF Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml?

In case of too much consumption by accident, kindly contact your doctor or nearby hospital straight away. The amount of medication that can result in severe side effects varies from person to person. An overdose results in slowing down of heart rate and difficulty breathing accompanied by dizziness and fainting spells.

#3. WHAT IF I MISS A DOSE OF Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml?

If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day. If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next dosage time or the next day, do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule.

#4. HOW IS Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml SUPPOSED TO BE TAKEN?

Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml comes in tablet form. Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml is taken orally. 

#5. WILL Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml AFFECT MY SEXUAL ACTIVITY?

No, there isn't sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in libido.

#6. CAN I TAKE Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml DURING MY PREGNANCY?

Yes, Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml is deemed safe to be ingested during pregnancy. Except during the first trimester.

#7. CAN I DRIVE AFTER TAKING THIS MEDICATION?

This medication is known to make you dizzy hence if that happens kindly avoid driving or operating any heavy machinery.

#8. CAN I CONSUME ALCOHOL WITH Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml?

Alcohol is also known to lower your blood pressure which if taken with the medication may lead to extreme dizziness. It is best to avoid the intake of alcohol during your treatment.

#9. HOW LONG WILL I HAVE TO CONTINUE TAKING THE MEDICATION?

Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml is prescribed to be applied for 1-2 weeks or as advised by your doctor.

#10.CAN Anafortan Plus Ampule 4 ml CAUSE DIZZINESS? IF SO, HOW SHOULD I MANAGE IT?

Yes. It can cause dizziness as one of the most common side effects. If this happens, you should sit or lie down until the symptoms pass. However, please note this is temporary and usually goes away as the treatment continues. It is also advised to avoid the consumption of alcohol during your treatment, as it may worsen the dizziness.