Monivis
Generic: Tiemonium Methylsulfate
Daily Dose:
Duration:
Alternatives (24)Cheaper & Alternative Brands (50 mg)
Same active generic (Tiemonium Methylsulfate), same form (Tablet), exact same strength (50 mg)
Clinical Prescribing Information
Medical monograph and safety information for healthcare professionals & patients.Indications & Clinical Uses
Algin is an antispasmodic drug that reduces muscles spasm of the intestine, biliary system, bladder and uterus. It is used in symptomatic treatment of pain related to functional disorders of the digestive tract and biliary system. It is also indicated for the treatment of spasm and pain in urological and gynaecological diseases.
Dosage & Administration
Tablet/Syrup
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Adult: usual dose is 2-6 tablets or 3-9 teaspoonfuls syrup daily in divided doses.
Children: 3 ml/kg or 6 mg/kg body weight daily in divided doses.
Injection
: 1 injection 3 times daily, through Intravenous route slowly or Intramuscular route.
Suppository
: 20 mg suppository two or three times daily, through rectal route.
Contraindications
It should not be used in urethroprostatic disorder involving a risk of urine retension. It is contraindicated in patient with having risk of angle closure glaucoma.
Side Effects & Adverse Reactions
Algin Methylsulphate may have the risk of hypotension & tachycardia in certain individuals.
Warnings & Precautions
Caution should be taken during treatment of patients with disorders of the prostate. Caution should also be taken in case of chronic bronchitis, coronary insufficiency, ambient hyperthermia, renal & hepatic insufficiency. The risks of visual disturbances can make it dangerous to drive or use machines.
Pharmacology & Mechanism of Action
Tiemonium Methylsulphate a competitive antagonist of Acetylcholine, Histamine and strengthens of calcium bond with membrane phospholipids and proteins. Thus inhibits intracellular contractile protein of visceral cell which causes inhibition of visceral spasm and pain.