Papaverine

Papaverine: action, application and side effects

Papaverine is a vasodilator and antispasmodic that is widely used in medicine to treat various types of spasms and seizures. The active ingredient papaverine hydrochloride has the ability to relax the smooth muscles of the abdominal cavity, bronchi, peripheral vessels and cerebral vessels, which leads to a reduction in pain and improved blood circulation.

Indications for the use of papaverine may include spasms and pain symptoms associated with diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, biliary tract, urinary system, cerebral vessels and other organs and systems. Papaverine can also be used to relieve symptoms of astigmatism, bronchial asthma and other respiratory diseases.

The method of application and dosage of papaverine depend on the age of the patient and the nature of the disease. Adults are recommended to take 0.04-0.08 g of papaverine up to 4 times a day orally. For children, the dosage depends on age: from 6 months to 2 years - 0.005 g per dose, 3-4 years - 0.005-0.01 g, 5-6 years - 0.01 g, 7-9 years - 0.01-0.015 g, 10-14 years - 0.015-0.02 g per dose. If the patient has difficulty swallowing or vomiting, papaverine can be prescribed in the form of suppositories of 0.02-0.04 g up to 3 times a day for adults.

If the recommended dosage of papaverine is exceeded, side effects such as nausea, constipation and drowsiness may occur. Therefore, it is necessary to strictly follow the doctor’s recommendations and not exceed the recommended dosage.

Papaverine is available in the form of tablets of 0.04 g and suppositories of 0.2 g. Before starting to take papaverine, you should consult your doctor and carefully study the instructions for use. Papaverine should not be used unless prescribed by a doctor or necessary.