Anafortan Drops

Composition of Anafortan Drops

Anafortan Drops contains Camylofin (12.5mg/5ml) + Paracetamol (125mg/5ml). It belongs to the Corticosteroid, Sympathomimetic class of medicines.

Uses of Anafortan Drops

Treatment of Abdominal pain

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Abdominal pain Anafortan Syrup effectively relieves sudden muscle spasms or contractions in the stomach and intestine (gut)
• thereby relaxing the muscles and improving movement of food. It also blocks chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for pain sensation. This helps to treat abdominal pain (or stomach pain) as well as cramps
• bloating and discomfort. Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Eventually
• it will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better
• more active
• quality of life.

How Anafortan Drops works

Anafortan Syrup is a combination of two medicines: Camylofin and Paracetamol, which relieves abdominal pain. Camylofin is an anti-cholinergic which relaxes the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine) and stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms). By doing this, it relieves cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and an anti-pyretic (fever reducer) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that causes fever and pain.

How to take Anafortan Drops

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Anafortan Syrup is to be taken on an empty stomach.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Anafortan Syrup, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause a racing heart, confusion, blurred vision and difficulty passing urine. It can cause severe and sometimes fatal liver damage, often with no symptoms at all for the first day. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Anafortan Drops

Most side effects of Anafortan are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Anafortan Drops

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in patients with cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, or thyroid disorders. Prolonged use may lead to nasal mucosa damage.

Do not take Anafortan if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with glaucoma, urinary retention, or a blockage of the gut. Not for people with severe liver disease, except under medical supervision.

Interactions with other medicines

May interact with other corticosteroids, MAO inhibitors, and certain antihypertensives.

How to store Anafortan Drops

Store at room temperature (15-25°C), protect from light and moisture.

Expert advice for Anafortan Drops

Anafortan Syrup is used for the treatment of stomach pain. It may cause dizziness and drowsiness. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Anafortan Syrup as it can cause excessive drowsiness and increase your risk of stomach problems. Do not take it with any other medicine containing paracetamol (drugs for pain/fever or cough-and-cold) without asking your doctor first. Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long term use may lead to serious side effects.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ABBOTT HEALTHCARE LIMITED

Therapeutic class:

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Drug class:

Corticosteroid, Sympathomimetic