Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection
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Product introduction
Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection is a vasodilator and uterine relaxant. It is used in the treatment of premature labor (when the uterus starts contracting for birth too early than usual). It is also helpful in the treatment of peripheral vascular diseases.
Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection is used to prevent preterm birth of a baby (less than 37 weeks pregnancy age)
Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection is used to prevent preterm birth of a baby (less than 37 weeks pregnancy age)
Uses of Duvadilan Injection
Benefits of Duvadilan Injection
In Treatment of Premature Labor
Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection prevents abnormal contractions of uterus muscles and relaxes them. It widens blood vessels to help increase blood flow and improve circulation to the smooth muscles of the uterus. This prevents premature labor and miscarriage. Take it as prescribed and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
In Treatment of Peripheral vascular disease
Peripheral vascular disease refers to the condition of disturbed blood circulation in blood vessels. Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection helps the blood flow freely around your body thereby preventing a heart attack or stroke (or deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism). Make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine.
Side effects of Duvadilan Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Duvadilan
- Dizziness
- Palpitations
How to use Duvadilan Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Duvadilan Injection works
Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection is a beta-adrenergic agonist. It works by preventing the contractions of the smooth muscles in the uterus. Thus, it relaxes the uterus to prevent premature labor. It also helps in widening blood vessels to increase blood flow, thereby improving blood circulation to certain parts of the body (such as the hands/feet, brain). Therefore, it also treats peripheral vascular disease.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection for the treatment of premature labor.
- It may also be used in the treatment of peripheral vascular diseases.
- Avoid stress or any kind of strenuous activity to prevent premature labor
- Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Inform your doctor if you experience a rash or irregular heartbeats or if you have bleeding disorders, glaucoma, or heart disease.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Phenylpropane Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GYNAECOLOGICAL
Action Class
Beta 2 agonist - Uterus
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection
Once A Day
34%
Twice A Day
28%
Thrice A Day
21%
Twice A Month
7%
Once A Month
7%
Once A Week
3%
What are you using Duvadilan Injection for?
Preterm labor
100%
How much was the improvement?
Poor
100%
What were the side-effects while using Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection?
Tremor
50%
Tachycardia
50%
FAQs
What is Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection and what is it used for?
Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection contains a medicine called Isoxsuprine. It is used in the treatment of premature labor, a condition when uterus starts contracting too early than usual. It may also be used in the treatment of peripheral vascular diseases.
How and in what dose should I take Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection?
It is given as an injection, only at the hospital or clinic by the medical healthcare professional. The dose is decided by the doctor, depending on the contraction pattern or the current medical situation of the patient.
What are the possible side effects of using Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection?
The common side effects associated with Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection, are tachycardia, palpitations, hypotension, dizziness, and flushing. However, these conditions are manageable in hospital settings.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 747-48.
- Mayo Clinic. Isoxsuprine. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Drugs.com. Isoxsuprine. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
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