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No-Spa

Active Ingredient:
Drotaverine Hydrochloride
Origin:
EU

No-Spa (Drotaverine Hydrochloride)

Drotaverine Hydrochloride, the active ingredient in No‑Spa, is an antispasmodic presented as an oral tablet for oral use. It relaxes smooth muscle and is employed to relieve abdominal, biliary, renal and menstrual cramp‑related spasms in adult patients. It is commonly prescribed in the European market for smooth‑muscle spasm management.

GNH India supplies No‑Spa as a licensed, GDP‑compliant international pharmaceutical supplier serving hospitals, pharmacies and clinics worldwide. The company adheres to stringent quality standards and provides regulatory documentation for each batch.

Manufacturer / TM Owner

Opella Healthcare France Sas

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Indications & Clinical Uses

Drotaverine Hydrochloride acts on smooth‑muscle spasm disorders across several organ systems.

  • Abdominal and gastrointestinal spasm: Relieves pain by relaxing smooth muscle in the GI tract.
  • Biliary colic: Reduces biliary duct spasms, easing discomfort during gallstone episodes.
  • Renal colic: Alleviates ureteral smooth‑muscle contraction associated with kidney stones.
  • Menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea): Decreases uterine muscle tone to lessen menstrual pain.

How It Works

  • Drotaverine Hydrochloride is a non‑selective phosphodiesterase inhibitor that raises intracellular cyclic AMP levels, leading to smooth‑muscle relaxation. It also exhibits calcium‑antagonist activity, further reducing calcium‑mediated contraction in visceral smooth muscle, thereby easing spasm in gastrointestinal, biliary, renal and uterine tissues.

Side Effects

Drotaverine Hydrochloride may cause adverse reactions, most of which are mild and reversible.

Common Side Effects

  • Headache: mild to moderate intensity.
  • Dizziness or light‑headedness.
  • Nausea or mild gastrointestinal upset.
  • Dry mouth: reduced salivation.

Serious or Rare Side Effects

  • Hypotension: significant drop in blood pressure.
  • Allergic reactions: rash, pruritus, or urticaria.
  • Cardiac arrhythmias: rare cases of irregular heartbeat.
  • Hepatic dysfunction: elevated liver enzymes in isolated reports.

Precautions & Warnings

Before using Drotaverine Hydrochloride, consider the following safety measures.

  • Cardiovascular disease: monitor blood pressure and heart rate.
  • Liver impairment: use with caution; assess hepatic function.
  • Renal impairment: adjust use based on renal function.
  • Concomitant antihypertensives: observe for additive blood‑pressure lowering effects.
  • Store at ambient temperature: keep below 25 °C, retain in original packaging, protect from moisture and direct sunlight.

Avoid Interactions

Drotaverine Hydrochloride can interact with several drug classes; awareness helps prevent adverse outcomes.

Major Interactions (Avoid)

  • Strong CYP450 inhibitors: may increase plasma levels of drotaverine.
  • Antihypertensive agents: risk of excessive hypotension.

Moderate Interactions (Monitor Closely)

  • Other antispasmodics: additive smooth‑muscle relaxation.
  • Diuretics: monitor electrolyte balance.
  • Anticholinergic drugs: potential for enhanced dry‑mouth or constipation.

Frequently Asked Questions

No‑Spa, containing drotaverine hydrochloride, is used to relieve smooth‑muscle spasms associated with abdominal and gastrointestinal discomfort, biliary colic, renal colic caused by kidney stones, and menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea). It works by relaxing the affected smooth muscle, helping to reduce pain and cramping in these conditions.

Drotaverine hydrochloride inhibits phosphodiesterase enzymes, which raises intracellular cyclic AMP levels. The increased cAMP leads to smooth‑muscle relaxation. Additionally, the drug exhibits calcium‑antagonist activity, further decreasing calcium‑mediated contraction, which together help alleviate spasms in the gastrointestinal, biliary, renal and uterine tissues.

The appropriate dose of No‑Spa is determined by the prescribing healthcare professional based on the patient’s condition, age, weight, and overall health status. Patients should follow the prescriber’s instructions and not adjust the dose without medical guidance.

Safety data for drotaverine hydrochloride in pregnancy and lactation are limited. It should only be used if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus or infant, and the decision must be made by a qualified healthcare provider.

To order No‑Spa, submit an enquiry on the product page at gnhindia.com, specifying the required quantity. GNH India supplies hospitals, pharmacies and procurement teams worldwide, and will request trade or institutional credentials before providing pricing, availability, shipping details and any necessary import documentation.

Compared with other antispasmodics such as hyoscine or papaverine, drotaverine offers a non‑anticholinergic mechanism, reducing the likelihood of dry‑mouth and blurred vision. Its dual phosphodiesterase inhibition and calcium‑antagonist activity provide effective smooth‑muscle relaxation with a generally favorable tolerability profile.

No‑Spa should be stored at ambient temperature, below 25 °C. Keep the tablets in the original packaging, protect them from moisture, excessive heat and direct sunlight to maintain product stability.

No‑Spa is administered orally, typically as a tablet that is swallowed with water. The exact administration schedule, including timing relative to meals, should follow the prescribing clinician’s directions.

Serious but rare risks include significant hypotension, allergic reactions such as rash or urticaria, cardiac arrhythmias, and hepatic dysfunction. Patients should seek immediate medical attention if they experience symptoms like severe dizziness, chest pain, or signs of an allergic reaction.

No‑Spa should be avoided in individuals with known hypersensitivity to drotaverine or any excipients, in patients with severe cardiovascular instability, uncontrolled hypertension, or significant liver disease unless specifically advised by a physician.

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