Previp
Previp Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
Tiemonium are quaternary ammonium antimuscarinic agent with peripheral effect similar to those of atropine. Tiemonium strengthens calcium bonding with phospholipids and proteins thus stabilizing the cell membrane of the GI tract.
| Trade Name | Previp |
| Generic | Tiemonium Methylsulphate |
| Weight | 50mg |
| Type | Tablet |
| Therapeutic Class | Anticholinergics |
| Manufacturer | General Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Available Country | Bangladesh |
| Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
Previp is an antispasmodic drug. It reduces muscle spasms of the intestine, biliary system, uterus & urinary bladder. It is used for the pain in gastrointestinal, biliary, urinary and gynecological disease such as gastroenteritis, diarrhea, dysentery, biliary colic, enterocolitis, cholecystytis, colonopathies, mild cystitis, & spasmodic dysmenorrhoea.
Dosage
Previp dosage
Tablet: Recommended oral dose of Previp tablet is 2-6 tablets (100-300 mg) daily in divided dose.
Injection: Recommended injectable dose is 1 Previp Injection 3 times daily, through Intravenous route slowly or Intramuscular route.
Syrup:
- Children: 3 mg to 6 mg/kg/day or 1.5 ml to 3 ml/kg/day in 3 divided doses.
- Adult: 30 mg to 90 mg or 15 ml to 45 ml 3 times daily or as directed by physician.
Suppository: Recommended dose is 20 mg Previp suppository two or three times daily, through rectal route.
Side Effects
Side effect with the use of Previp is very rare.
Precaution
Precautions should be exercised for treatment of patients with disorders of prostate, chronic bronchitis, coronary insufficiency, ambient hyperthermia, cardiac disorders, thyroid disorders, serious renal & hepatic insufficiency.
Interaction
Previp should not be used with other drugs without prior consult of a registered physician to avoid possible drug interaction.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding use
Previp may be used in pregnancy only if it is clearly needed by the assessment of risk benefit ratio. Previp may be used in lactating mother only if it is clearly needed by the assessment of risk benefit ratio.
Contraindication
Previp should not be used in Glucoma or where acute pain of eyeball with vision disturbance was found. This drug should also not be used in patients with the disorder of prostate or urinary bladder.
Special Warning
Paediatric use: safety and effectiveness of Tiemonium methylsulphate in paediatric patients have not been established.
Geriatric use: Efficacy and safety were maintained with increasing age.
Acute Overdose
Occasional retention of urine may occur in case of overdoses.
Storage Condition
Keep it in a cool and dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep all medicines away from the reach of the children.
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FAQ
What is Previp used for?
Previp is an antispasmodic drug. It used to reduces muscle spasms of the intestine, biliary system, uterus & urinary bladder.
What are the side effects of Previp?
Previp may have some undesirable effects in certain individuals like risk of hypotension and tachycardia if ingested in high doses rapidly.
Is Previp safe during pregnancy?
Previp is not recommended during pregnancy.
Is Previp safe during breastfeeding?
Previp is not recommended during breastfeeding.Please discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Can I drink alcohol with Previp?
Pharmacists also advise patients not to drink alcohol with medicines as alcohol intensifies drowsiness side-effects. Please check for these effects on your body when using Previp.
Can I drive after taking Previp?
If you experience drowsiness, dizziness, hypotension or a headache as side-effects when using Previp medicine then it may not be safe to drive a vehicle or operate heavy machinery.
When should not to use Previp?
Hypersensitivity to Previp is a contraindication. In addition,Previp should not be used if you have the following conditions:
angle closure glaucoma,
urethro prostatic disorder.
How can used Previp?
Previp usual dose is 2-6 tablets or 3-9 teaspoonfuls syrup daily in divided doses.
Can I overdose on Previp?
Occasional retention of urine may occur in case of overdoses.
How does Previp work?
Previp prevents the effects of acetylcholine by blocking its binding to muscarinic cholinergic receptors at neuroeffector sites on smooth muscle of GI tract 2, regardless of their function and innervations.
