Visceralgin is the best and most popular choice among doctors for treating colic and colon conditions. This is due to its effectiveness in relieving abdominal pain and relaxing muscles, which helps them return to their normal state quickly. The drug is manufactured in several forms to suit all age groups, as it is available in the form of syrup, tablets, suppositories, and injections. In this article from Dalili Medical, we will review all the information related to this drug in all its types, including its indications for use, contraindications, and possible side effects. We will also provide you with available alternatives in the event that Visceralgin is not available.

Is it preferable to take Visceralgin before or after food?

 

It is usually recommended to take the medicine at least half an hour before food, unless the doctor recommends otherwise.

It is preferable to avoid taking the medicine within two to three hours after taking antacids or anti-diarrheal medications.

Is Visceralgin taken before or after food?

 

It is preferable to take Visceralgin half an hour to an hour before food, unless the doctor recommends otherwise.

It is also recommended not to take Visceralgin within two to three hours after taking antacids or anti-diarrheal medications.

Is Visceralgin used to treat menstrual pain?

 

Yes, Visceralgin is used to relieve pain associated with menstruation. It is recommended to take it regularly before the start of the menstrual cycle and according to the instructions of the attending physician.

Does Visceralgin affect blood pressure?

 

Yes, Visceralgin may affect blood pressure, as it works to dilate blood vessels, which may lead to low blood pressure in some cases. Therefore, it is preferable to consult a doctor before using it, especially if the patient suffers from persistent low blood pressure.

Which is better: Visceralgin or Buscopan?

 

Buscopan contains hyoscine, which acts as an antispasmodic and helps relax muscles, which relieves pain resulting from cramps. While Visceralgin contains timonium methyl sulfate, which performs the same function as hyoscine in treating colic and cramps.

Which option is better: Spasmovin or Visceralgin tablets?

 

Spasmofen works as a pain reliever and antispasmodic, as it contains:

- Ketoprofen: It is a pain reliever and anti-inflammatory substance.

- Hyoscine: It is an antispasmodic and anticolic.

As for Visceralgin, it works as an antispasmodic and anticolic.

Which option is better: Primperan or Visceralgin ampoules?

 

Primperan contains metoclopramide, a drug used in cases of vomiting and nausea, while Visceralgin is used to treat muscle spasms and colic.

Which option is better: Visceralgin or Spasmofree?

 

They both contain the same active ingredient, which is timonium methyl sulfate, so they have the same effect, and the only difference between them is the manufacturer.

Which option is faster in effect: Visceralgin tablets or injections?

 

Visceralgin injections are faster in effect compared to tablets, as injections release the active substance and absorb it into the body faster, while tablets take longer to release the active substance and absorb it into the blood.

What is the difference between Visceralgin and Spasmopiralgin?

 

Spasmopiralgin contains Camylofin, which relieves colic and cramps, in addition to Analgin, which works as a pain reliever and antipyretic. As for Visceralgin, it contains Timonium Methyl Sulfate, which also relieves colic and cramps.

Can Ketolac be used with Visceralgin tablets?

 

Ketolac contains the active substance Ketorolac Tromethamine, which is a strong pain reliever. It can be used with Visceralgin in cases of severe pain.

When does Visceralgin start to work?

 

The effect of the tablets begins within half an hour to an hour after taking them.

Can Visceralgin be taken while driving or using machines?

 

Visceralgin may cause visual disturbances, making it dangerous to take while driving or operating machinery

What are the benefits of Visceralgin tablets?

 

Visceralgin tablets help relieve colic resulting from functional disorders in the digestive system and biliary system, and also relieve cramps and pain associated with urinary tract and gynecological diseases.

What is the dosage of Visceralgin injections for children?

 

The dosage of Visceralgin for children varies based on the child's weight, so it is advisable to consult a doctor to determine the appropriate dosage before using the drug.

Is Visceralgin safe for pregnant women?

 

Studies conducted on animals have not shown any birth defects in fetuses, but there are insufficient studies on the effect of the drug on fetuses in humans. However, no fetal abnormalities have been recorded with normal use of the drug so far.

Can Visceralgin syrup be used for infants?

 

A doctor should be consulted before using Visceralgin for infants.

**What is Visceralgine?**

 

Visceralgine is a medicine available in the form of tablets and is used to treat stomach cramps, which are often the result of indigestion and irregularity in the body's digestion process. This condition may lead to constipation and the inability to digest all nutrients, causing bloating and pain in the abdomen and colon. Visceralgine contains timonium methyl sulfate, which works to reduce muscle spasms in the intestines and stomach, which helps relieve pain by inhibiting the action of choline receptors that stimulate the muscles, thus contributing to muscle relaxation.

**What are the active ingredients?**

 

Visceralgine contains an active ingredient known as timonium methyl sulfate, which works to block acetylcholine receptors in the intestines. Acetylcholine causes smooth muscle contraction in the digestive system, leading to digestive disorders and cramps.

What are the inactive ingredients in the tablets?

 

- Starch

- Lactose

- Sucrose

- Magnesium Stearate

- Foamed Silicon Dioxide

What are the inactive ingredients in theSyrup?

 

- Sucrose

- Sodium citrate dihydrate

- Citric acid monohydrate

- Glycerol

- Strawberry flavor enhancer

- Red color (Neocoxin)

- Methyl parahydroxybenzoate

- Ethanol

- Treated water

**Benefits of active ingredients**

Timonium methyl sulfate inhibits acetylcholine receptors, which reduces stomach and intestinal cramps and digestive disorders.

*Mechanism of action of Visceralgin**

Visceralgin is used to treat stomach and intestinal cramps by inhibiting acetylcholine receptors responsible for stomach and intestinal contractions.

**Visceralgin dosage**

The doctor determines the appropriate dosage based on the patient's age, health condition, and response to treatment. The usual dosage is as follows:

**Visceralgin tablets dosage**The dosage of Visceralgin tablets 50 mg ranges from two to 6 tablets per day, divided into two to three times.

**Visceralgin syrup dosage** The dosage of Visceralgin syrup for adults is from one to three tablespoons three times a day, according to the doctor's instructions.

**Visceralgin dosage for children** The dosage for children is from 1.5 ml to 3 ml per kg of the child's weight per day, and the dose is divided into three times.

**Visceralgin injection dosage:**

One Visceralgin ampoule is given one to three times a day.

**Visceralgin suppositories dosage:**

One suppository is used two or three times a day.

**Visceralgin tablets for menstrual pain:** Visceralgin can be used to relieve menstrual pain, as the medicine helps relax the muscles of the uterus, which reduces colic and associated pain.

**Visceralgin medicine for the colon:** Visceralgin is used to treat intestinal cramps and colic resulting from irritable bowel syndrome.

**Viseralgin injection for cramps:**

This medicine works to relieve pain and cramps in the muscles of the digestive system by relaxing these muscles, which contributes to reducing the feeling of pain.

**Viseralgin tablet for renal colic:**Viseralgin tablet is theoretically effective in relieving renal colic pain when used with painkillers such as ibuprofen, but it does not have a strong effect when used alone.

**Viseralgin injection to treat bile duct disorders**The bile ducts (or bile ducts) are a group of small tubes that transport bile, a fluid that plays an important role in the digestion of food, from the liver to the intestines.

These ducts can be exposed to the formation of stones, which obstructs the normal flow of bile. In this case, the muscles of the bile duct contract severely in an attempt to move the stones, leading to a feeling of severe pain known as biliary colic.

Treatment of biliary colic includes pain relief with anti-inflammatory painkillers (such as ibuprofen) or narcotic painkillers, in addition to antispasmodic medications that are believed to help relax and relieve colic.

**Visceralgine tablets for diarrhea**

This medication works to relieve intestinal spasms associated with diarrhea.

**Visceralgine injection for heartburn**

This medication is not considered effective in treating heartburn.

**Types of Visceralgine**

The medication is available in several forms, which are:

1. **Visceralgine Tablets**

Contains the active ingredient timonium methyl sulfate at a concentration of 50 mg.

2. **Visceralgine Syrup for children**

Contains the active ingredient timonium methyl sulfate at a concentration of 10 mg per 5 ml of syrup.

3. **Visceralgine Supp**

Contains the active ingredient timonium methyl sulfate at a concentration of 20 mg.

4. **Visceralgine Ampoule**

Contains the active ingredient timonium methyl sulfate at a concentration of 5 mg per 2 ml.

**Side effects of Visceralgine**

Several side effects may appear on people who take doses of Visceralgine, as is the case with any other medicine. It is important to inform the specialist doctor if any of these symptoms occur, which include:

- Dry mouth.

- Difficulty swallowing.

- Feeling thirsty.

- Dilated pupils.

- Sensitivity to light.

- High eye pressure.

- Dry skin.

- Slow or rapid heartbeat.

- Problems urinating.

- Constipation.

In some cases, a person may suffer from urinary retention as a result of taking excessive doses of Visceralgin, in which case a doctor should be consulted immediately.

What is the safe dose of Visceralgin?

 

The safe dose of Visceralgin varies based on health condition, age, weight, gender, and personal tolerance to the drug. Therefore, it is always necessary to consult a doctor before taking any dose of this drug.

The recommended dose for adults is usually one tablet (200 mg) to two tablets (400 mg) every 6 hours, but the dose should be adjusted according to the patient's condition and under medical supervision.

As for children, the dose varies according to their weight, and usually starts from 3 to 6 mg/kg/day, and the dose should be carefully determined by the doctor.

It is important not to exceed the recommended dose and not to take the drug for a longer period than recommended without consulting a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.

What are similar drugs and alternative drugs to the drug?

 

Similar drugs are drugs that contain the same active ingredient but differ in the manufacturer. Examples of these medications:

- Visra

- Spasmofree injections

- Mepaspasmin

- Masclorgin

As for alternative medications, they are medications that have the same effect and use but differ in the active ingredient. Examples include:

- Spasmocure

- Spasmopiralgin tablets

- Buscopan

- Colona

**Contraindications for the use of Visceralgine**

- It is prohibited to use it in case of allergy to the active ingredient or any of the components of the drug.

- It is not used during pregnancy to avoid fetal malformations.

- It is prohibited for use by people who suffer from severe kidney or liver failure.

- It is not recommended for individuals whoThose with lung problems.

- It is prohibited to use it during breastfeeding.

- It is not used for children under 12 years of age because there are no clinical studies on this age group.

- It is prohibited to use it for people with heart or thyroid diseases.

- It is not recommended for individuals with low physical activity.

**Precautions for using Visceralgin**

Caution should be exercised when taking Visceralgin in several cases, and the person who intends to use it should inform the doctor of all the diseases he suffers from before starting treatment. These cases include:

- People with glaucoma or high eye pressure.

- Patients with prostate enlargement.

- Individuals with kidney or liver problems.

- Patients with gallbladder diseases.

- People with chronic bronchitis.

- Cases with coronary artery insufficiency or heart disorders.

- In case of high temperature.

- Patients with thyroid problems.

Taking Visceralgin may cause visual disturbances, so it is preferable to avoid driving or performing activities that require high concentration.

Visceralgin should be avoided during pregnancy or while breastfeeding without first consulting a specialist doctor.

**Drug interactions for Visceralgin:**

It is necessary to inform the doctor about all medications being taken before starting to use Visceralgin, whether they are medical drugs, vitamins, or herbs.

It is not recommended to use Visceralgin in combination with the following medications:

- Anticholinergics

- Agmatine

- Fentanyl

- Bisacodyl

- Buprenorphine

- Bupropion

- Diuretics

- Opioid analgesics

- Antihistamines

- Alzheimer's medications

- Parkinson's medications

- Antipsychotics

- Alpha-adrenergic receptor agonists

- Magnesium salts

- Antidepressants

- Sedatives

**Overdose:**

Taking a double dose or large dose of timonium does not improve the therapeutic effect, but often causes poisoning and overdose symptoms. These symptoms include severe dry mouth, constipation, rapid heartbeat, and mental disorders in the elderly.

The patient should be taken to the hospital immediately to rid his body of the overdose and provide the necessary support to the heart and respiratory system until his condition stabilizes.

Symptoms of overdose include vomiting, nausea, general weakness, and digestive problems, in addition to disturbances in the balance of salts and ions in the body.

In severe cases, a sharp drop in blood pressure and breathing difficulties may occur.

In case of an overdose of the drug, the focus should be on supporting breathing, heart rate and blood pumping. Treatment consists mainly of supportive care and treating the symptoms resulting from complications. In case of taking large oral doses, the use of activated carbon, bowel cleansing or vomiting should be considered, in addition to correcting any electrolyte imbalance in the blood, with the need to monitor urinary excretion.

- Pregnancy and lactation:

Animal studies have not shown any side effects on pregnancy, but there are no reliable studies in humans confirming the risk to the mother or fetus as a result of taking timonium during pregnancy and breastfeeding. However, the lack of available data leads us to prefer giving this drug to a pregnant or breastfeeding mother only on the recommendation of a doctor, when the benefits and necessity of the drug outweigh the potential risks.