Caroverine
About
Caroverine belongs to the class 'antispasmodics', which is used for the treatment of smooth muscle spasms and tinnitus. Smooth muscle spasm is a condition where involuntary contraction of intestinal muscle takes place. Tinnitus is a ringing or buzzing noise in one or both ears that may be constant or come and go, often associated with hearing loss. This medicine is also used in the treatment of certain cerebral circulatory disorders.
Caroverine contains 'caroverine', which is an oto-neuroprotective (inner ear protective) medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger in the brain (glutamate), thereby reducing the severity of tinnitus. It also acts as a smooth muscle relaxant with calcium-channel blocking properties used in conditions associated with painful smooth muscle spasms.
Caroverine can be taken with or without food. Do not alter the dose without your doctor’s advice. However, your doctor may prescribe a dose based on your health condition. This medicine may cause certain common side effects such as headache, nausea, dryness in the mouth and dizziness. Caroverine resolves these side effects on its own. Contact your doctor right away if these symptoms do not go away or get worsen.
Before starting Caroverine inform your doctor if you are allergic to Caroverine. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant/breastfeeding before taking Caroverine. Caroverine Should be used with caution in patients with hyperthyroidism, cardiac insufficiency, and muscular weakness in the elderly and disabled person. Caroverine should not be used in glaucoma or prostatic hypertrophy conditions.
Uses of Caroverine
Medicinal Benefits
Caroverine contains 'caroverine', which is an oto-neuroprotective (inner ear protective) medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger in the brain (glutamate), thereby reducing the severity of tinnitus it also acts as a smooth muscle relaxant with calcium-channel blocking properties used in conditions associated with painful smooth muscle spasms. It is also used in the treatment of cerebral circulatory disorders like stroke (blood supply to part of your brain is interrupted or reduced) and biliary spasms.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Caroverine
- Headache
- Nausea
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness
- Blurred vision
- Urinary retention
- Difficulty breathing
- Rash
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Before starting Caroverine inform your doctor if you are allergic to Caroverine. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant/breastfeeding. Caroverine should be used with caution in patients with hyperthyroidism, cardiac insufficiency, muscular weakness in the elderly and disabled person. Caroverine should not be used in glaucoma, prostatic hypertrophy. Caroverine should not take if you are hypersensitive to this medicine. You should also avoid taking this medicine if you have acute stomach & intestinal ulcers. You should be cautious if you have gastritis, liver damage or acute voiding disorder.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug interactions: Caroverine may interact with anti-HIV (Atazanavir), ACE inhibitors (Captopril), potassium sparing diuretic (Amiloride), calcium channel blockers (Amlodipine), anti-depressant (Citalopram).
Drug-Food interactions: Caroverine may interact with alcohol.
Drug-Disease interactions: Caroverine should be used with caution in patients with glaucoma, hyperthyroidism, cardiac insufficiency, muscular weakness and prostatic hypertrophy.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionThe interaction of Caroverine with alcohol is unknown. Hence, consult your doctor before alcohol consumption.
Pregnancy
cautionCaroverine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Your doctor will advise this medicine only if the benefits over weigh the risk.
Breast Feeding
cautionCaroverine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Your doctor will advise this medicine only if the benefits over weigh the risk.
Driving
cautionIt is not known whether Caroverine alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Liver
cautionCaroverine can be used in caution with liver diseases. Take Caroverine only under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Your doctor may adjust the dose based on your condition.
Kidney
cautionCaroverine can be used in caution with kidney diseases. Take Caroverine only under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Your doctor may adjust the dose based on your condition.
Children
cautionCaroverine is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy of use is not clinically established.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Mediterranean Diet is best for almost everyone, including those of us who suffer from tinnitus. It combines daily exercise with plenty of whole grain bread or pasta, fruits, vegetables, olive oil, cheese and yoghurt. Fish, poultry, eggs and sweets can be used several times per week, while red meat is allowed several times a month.
- Take citrus fruits, walnuts, berries, leafy greens, fatty-fish, beets and pomegranate in your diet.
- Quit smoking and try to keep away the stress.
- When highly troubled by tinnitus, try wearing a tinnitus suppressor or masker. This is a device that fits in the ear like a hearing aid and presents a more pleasant sound.
Special Advise
- You should not take Caroverine if you are hypersensitive to this medicine. You should also avoid taking this medicine if you have acute stomach & intestinal ulcers.
- Inform your doctor about your complete medical history, as Caroverine may worsen the symptoms of few disease like benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and glaucoma.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Tinnitus: It is a condition in which ringing or buzzing noise in one or both ears may be constant or come and go, often associated with hearing loss. Common causes are exposure to loud sounds, whiplash, head injuries, too much ear wax or medication side effects. Symptoms include ringing, buzzing, roaring, clicking, hissing, and humming.
Smooth muscle spasms: Smooth muscle can also go into spasm, which means involuntary contraction of a muscle. When a hollow structure filled with air or fluid is squeezed by the muscle spasm, significant pain may occur since the fluid or air cannot be compressed. For example, smooth muscle in the intestinal wall can go into spasm, causing waves of pain called colic. Causes of spasms include when a muscle is overused, tired, previously injured, or strained. Symptoms are colicky pain and muscle weakness.
Cerebral circulatory disorders: Cerebral circulation is the blood flow in your brain. It’s important for healthy brain function. Circulating blood supplies your brain with the oxygen and nutrients it needs to function properly. When your cerebral circulation is impaired, less oxygen and glucose reach your brain. This can cause brain damage and neurological problems. Some conditions related to impaired cerebral circulation include stroke (blood supply to part of your brain is interrupted or reduced), cerebral hemorrhage (uncontrolled bleeding in the brain), cerebral hypoxia (reduced supply of oxygen), and cerebral oedema (accumulation of fluid).
FAQs
Caroverine is an oto-neuroprotective (inner ear protective) medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger in the brain (glutamate) thereby reducing the severity of tinnitus and it also acts as an smooth muscle relaxant with calcium-channel blocking properties used in conditions associated with painful smooth muscle spasm.
Common side effects of Caroverine include headache, nausea, dryness in mouth, dizziness, blurred vision, urinary retention, difficulty breathing, rash.
You should not take Caroverine if you are hypersensitive to this medicine. You should also avoid taking this medicine if you have acute stomach & intestinal ulcers. You should be cautious if you have gastritis, liver damage or acute voiding disorder.
Caroverine acts as an smooth muscle relaxant with calcium-channel blocking properties used in conditions associated with painful smooth muscle spasm.
No, Caroverine is not available over the counter. It can only be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Take it only under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
Caroverine due to its smooth muscle relaxant effect may rarely worsen the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and glaucoma. Consult your doctor immediately if the symptoms worsen.
