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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Aug 20, 2024 | 1:14 PM IST

About Drosy Injection 2ml

Drosy Injection 2ml belongs to a group of medicines called anti-spasmodic agents used to treat smooth muscle spasms of the biliary tract, urinary tract, and gastrointestinal tract. It is also used to treat dysmenorrhea (painful periods) and severe spastic pain during labour. 

Drosy Injection 2ml contains 'Drotaverine', which works by relieving contractions associated with smooth muscles of the gastrointestinal tract, gall bladder, and urinary tract. Thus, it helps in relieving pain.

In some cases, Drosy Injection 2ml may cause side effects such as nausea, headache, dizziness, constipation, and vertigo (spinning sensation). Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy before taking Drosy Injection 2ml. Drosy Injection 2ml is not recommended during breastfeeding. Drosy Injection 2ml may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Drosy Injection 2ml

Smooth muscle spasms

Medicinal Benefits

Drosy Injection 2ml is an anti-spasmodic agent that is used to treat smooth muscle spasms of the biliary tract (gall bladder), urinary tract, and gastrointestinal tract (gastric/duodenal ulcer disease, spastic conditions of cardia and pylorus of stomach, irritable bowel syndrome, spastic constipation, flatulence, stomach inflammation, bowel inflammation). It is also prescribed for dysmenorrhea (painful periods) and severe spastic pain during labour. Drosy Injection 2ml can also be used in uncomplicated labour during the cervical dilation phase to shorten the dilation and overall labour duration.

Directions for Use

Drosy Injection 2ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Drosy Injection 2ml

  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Constipation
  • Vertigo (spinning sensation)

Drug Warnings

Do not take Drosy Injection 2ml if you are allergic to any components. Inform your doctor if you have low blood pressure, porphyria (blood disorder), heart problems, or liver or kidney problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy. Drosy Injection 2ml is not recommended during breastfeeding and in children. Drosy Injection 2ml may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Let your doctor know if you are taking prescription/non-prescription medicines, including herbal products and supplements.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Drosy Injection 2ml may interact with an anti-Parkinson agent (levodopa).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have porphyria, low blood pressure, or severe heart, kidney or liver problems.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • LEVODOPA

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Exercising regularly helps in muscle stretching, making them less likely to spasm, tear and sprain. Mild exercises such as jogging and walking are helpful for muscle stretching.
  • Massages can also be helpful.
  • Avoid freezing and hot temperatures.
  • Avoid wearing tight-fitting clothes; instead, wear loose garments.
  • Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.
  • To avoid developing pressure sores, change your position every two hours.
  • Stay hydrated, and drink plenty of water.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Smooth muscle spasms: Smooth muscle spasm is the sudden involuntary muscle contractions, which can be painful and uncomfortable. When the nerve impulses that control the muscle movements are damaged or interrupted, it could lead to muscle spasms. Symptoms include pain and cramps.

About Drosy Injection 2ml

Drosy Injection 2ml belongs to a group of medicines called anti-spasmodic agents used to treat smooth muscle spasms of the biliary tract, urinary tract, and gastrointestinal tract. It is also used to treat dysmenorrhea (painful periods) and severe spastic pain during labour. 

Drosy Injection 2ml contains 'Drotaverine', which works by relieving contractions associated with smooth muscles of the gastrointestinal tract, gall bladder, and urinary tract. Thus, it helps in relieving pain.

In some cases, Drosy Injection 2ml may cause side effects such as nausea, headache, dizziness, constipation, and vertigo (spinning sensation). Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy before taking Drosy Injection 2ml. Drosy Injection 2ml is not recommended during breastfeeding. Drosy Injection 2ml may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Non returnable*
COD available

Online payment accepted

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Non returnable*
COD available

Online payment accepted

Composition

DROTAVERINE-40MG

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

Uses of Drosy Injection 2ml

Smooth muscle spasms

Medicinal Benefits

Drosy Injection 2ml is an anti-spasmodic agent that is used to treat smooth muscle spasms of the biliary tract (gall bladder), urinary tract, and gastrointestinal tract (gastric/duodenal ulcer disease, spastic conditions of cardia and pylorus of stomach, irritable bowel syndrome, spastic constipation, flatulence, stomach inflammation, bowel inflammation). It is also prescribed for dysmenorrhea (painful periods) and severe spastic pain during labour. Drosy Injection 2ml can also be used in uncomplicated labour during the cervical dilation phase to shorten the dilation and overall labour duration.

Side Effects of Drosy Injection 2ml

  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Constipation
  • Vertigo (spinning sensation)

Directions for Use

Drosy Injection 2ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Drosy Injection 2ml if you are allergic to any components. Inform your doctor if you have low blood pressure, porphyria (blood disorder), heart problems, or liver or kidney problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy. Drosy Injection 2ml is not recommended during breastfeeding and in children. Drosy Injection 2ml may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Let your doctor know if you are taking prescription/non-prescription medicines, including herbal products and supplements.

Therapeutic Class

ANTISPASMODICS

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • LEVODOPA

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Exercising regularly helps in muscle stretching, making them less likely to spasm, tear and sprain. Mild exercises such as jogging and walking are helpful for muscle stretching.
  • Massages can also be helpful.
  • Avoid freezing and hot temperatures.
  • Avoid wearing tight-fitting clothes; instead, wear loose garments.
  • Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.
  • To avoid developing pressure sores, change your position every two hours.
  • Stay hydrated, and drink plenty of water.

Habit Forming

No

Disease/Condition Glossary

Smooth muscle spasms: Smooth muscle spasm is the sudden involuntary muscle contractions, which can be painful and uncomfortable. When the nerve impulses that control the muscle movements are damaged or interrupted, it could lead to muscle spasms. Symptoms include pain and cramps.