Valetham : Therapeutic uses, Clinical uses, Indications, Dosage, Side Effects, Warnings, Interactions, Precautions, Contraindications & Brand names
Valetham is a synthetic anti-muscarinic cholinergic antagonist used as an visceral anti-spasmodic agent, also used to hasten dilatation of cervix when the same is delayed during labour.
Dose : 10 mg oral, 8 mg I.M.
Route : Oral, I.M.
Plasma Half-life : ?
Duration of action : ?
Bioavailability : ?
Chemical formula : C19-H32-Br-N-O2 (Valethamate Bromide)
IUPAC name : Etanaminium, N,N-dietyl-N-metyl-2-[(3-metyl-1-oxo-2-phenylpentyl)oxy]
Trade name : Epidosin, Balisa, Epimol, Furesure, Valethamate, Valosin, Koda, Lichechin, Regitan, Valemate, Valamate, Colwen, Valeton, Valetan, Valeta
Therapeutic uses: Valetham has following usage :
- Used as an visceral anti-spasmodic agent.
- Used to hasten dilatation of cervix when the same is delayed during labour because of smooth muscle relaxant property.
Side effects: Commonly observed side effects are as follows :
- Dry mouth,
- Blurred vision,
- Difficulty in swallowing and talking,
- Constipation,
- Dilatation of pupil.
Drug Interactions : Valetham may interact with following drugs :
Precautions
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist
- If you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies.
- Your medical history.
Contraindications
For detailed query or in case of uncertainty, Always consult your doctor or pharmacist.
