Driptan is a drug that reduces the tone of the smooth muscles of the urinary tract. It is an antispasmodic. That is, it relaxes the detrusor, reduces the frequency of its contractions, increases the volume of the bladder, and helps to deter urination.
Composition and form of release
At the drug "Driptan", the tablets are available in white, biconvex with a round shape, and with a risk on one side.
The active substance is oxybutynin hydrochloride.
Excipients include : lactose, microcrystalline cellulose and calcium stearate.
The medicine "Driptan." Instructions for use: indications
The drug is prescribed for those patients who have urinary incontinence caused by unstable function of the bladder.
Problems with this body may be due to:
• neurogenic disorders, for example, detrusor hyperreflex;
• nocturnal enuresis, over the age of five;
• idiopathic disorders of detrusor function.
The drug "Driptan." Instructions for use: contraindications
This medicine, however, like any other, has its own contraindications, which should not be neglected. Because taking Driptan when it is banned can cause health problems.
Contraindications include:
• gastrointestinal obstruction;
• age less than 5 years;
• expansion of the colon;
• lactation period;
• bleeding;
• myasthenia gravis;
• angle-closure glaucoma;
• ulcerative colitis;
• obstructive uropathy;
• intestinal atony;
• Hypersensitivity to the product or to any of its components.
Take the drug only if you have been prescribed it, and not on your own.
Use during pregnancy and lactation
Driptan can be prescribed while the child is waiting, only in a very difficult situation, when taking this medicine is necessary.
If the drug should be taken during lactation, then the question arises of stopping this method of feeding.
The drug "Driptan." Instructions for use: overdose
If the dose prescribed by the doctor is exceeded, undesirable consequences may occur.
Symptoms of an overdose include:
• anxiety;
• increased nervous irritability;
• delirium;
• fever;
• vomiting;
• decrease in blood pressure;
• paralysis;
• tremor;
• cramps;
• hallucinations;
• nausea;
• tachycardia;
• respiratory failure;
• coma.
The following methods can be used for treatment:
• artificial vomiting;
• use of activated carbon;
• taking various laxatives;
• gastric lavage;
If the patient has severe anxiety or strong excitement, then 10 milligrams of diazepam is administered intravenously. If tachycardia has manifested, then propranolol is administered.
The medication "Driptan." Instructions for use: side effects
When taking the drug, the appearance of undesirable effects is possible. It is worth noting that such a result can be both local and systemic.
Digestive system:
• constipation;
• dry mouth;
• nausea;
• diarrhea;
CNS:
• insomnia;
• headache;
• drowsiness;
• general weakness;
• dizziness.
The organs of vision:
• mydriasis;
• increase in intraocular pressure;
• paralysis of accommodation.
Other side effects:
• arrhythmia;
• impotence;
• urinary retention;
• decreased sweating;
• allergic reactions.
In order to maximally protect yourself from side effects, you must strictly adhere to the doctor’s instructions and instructions for use.
Terms and conditions of storage
The drug must be stored in a place that is inaccessible to children, at a temperature of no more than 30 degrees Celsius. Shelf life of the drug is 3 years. After this period, Driptan can not be used.
Terms of sale in pharmacies
The drug can only be bought with a prescription from your doctor.