Anafortan Vial Of 20ml Injection

Anafortan injection is used to treat stomach pain, cramps and discomforts associated with conditions similar to an obstruction of the intestine, urinary tract, the bile duct or menstrual cramps, etc. It contains camylofin as its active ingredient, which works by relaxing the stomach and intestinal muscles, thus stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms). Anafortan injection will be given to you by a doctor or nurse at the hospital setting or a clinic.

Inform your doctor about all the known medical conditions, medical and medication history as well as all the medicines you are taking, including herbal supplements.

Dosage

Overdose

Anafortan injection will be given to you by a doctor or nurse. Therefore, it is less likely to get an overdose of this medicine. If you experience any symptoms such as dry mouth, difficulty in swallowing, talking or urinating, skin redness, fever, dilated pupil, extreme sensitivity to light, blurred vision, palpitation, or rashes, right after taking this injection, seek medical help.

Missed a Dose

Your doctor or nurse will monitor you as to when Anafortan injection should be given to you. It is unlikely that the dose will be missed. In case your doctor or nurse might have missed a dose, inform them.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Anafortan works by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and intestines (gut). Thus, results in stopping the muscle spasms or contractions, further reducing pain, cramps, discomfort, bloating, etc.

Directions for Use

• Anafortan injection will be given to you usuallly in the hospital by your doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject this medicine.
• Follow any instructions suggested by a doctor or nurse during the procedure or for aftercare.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Anafortan injection during pregnancy?

Anafortan injection is not recommended during pregnancy as there is limited information about its safety in human pregnancy. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or planning to have a baby.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Anafortan injection while breastfeeding?

Anafortan injection is not recommended during breastfeeding, as it is unknown if components of this injection passes into human milk. Consult your doctor before using this injection during breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken Anafortan injection?

There is limited information about the effects of Anafortan injection on driving, but since this injection may cause dizziness and drowsiness, you should avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Anafortan injection?

There is limited information about the effects of Anafortan injection with alcohol, but you should avoid consuming alcohol in excessive amounts.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have a fever.
• You have difficulty passing urine.
• You have fast heartbeats.
• You have an obstructive lung disease.
• You have problems with your heart or intestines.
• You have a prostate problem (like Benign prostate enlargement).
• You have an excess of thyroid hormone in the body.
• You have pyloric stenosis (gastric outlet obstruction).
• You recently had or will be having a heart surgery.
• You are taking medicines like Amantadine (used in Parkinson's disease), Quinidine (used in heart disease) or Amitriptyline, Doxepin which are used to treat psychiatric illness.
• You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• You are above 65 years of age.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to camylofin or any other ingredients of Anafortan injection.
• If you have narrow-angle glaucoma.
• If you have difficulty in passing urine or completely emptying the bladder.
• If you have a fast heart rate.
• If you suffer from any bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract.
• If you have an enlarged prostate.
• If you have a rare hereditary disease called porphyria.
• If you have megacolon, abnormal dilation of the large intestine.
• If you have any condition known as mechanical stenoses.

Side effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Drowsiness
• Dry mouth
• Giddiness
• Skin rash
• Dilated pupils
• Fast heartbeats
• Palpitations

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Anafortan injection works, or Anafortan itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• In particular, if you are taking medicines to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, high/abnormal cholesterol levels, blood thinners, anti-infectives, anti-diabetics, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, immunomodulatory medicines or medicines for the brain-related disorder.

Storage and disposal

• Store Anafortan medicine as mentioned on the pack.
• Please keep it away from children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the use of Anafortan injection?

Anafortan injection is used to treat stomach pain, cramps, and bloating associated with various conditions like menstrual cramps, obstruction of the intestine, urinary tract, bile duct, etc.

Can I take Anafortan by myself?

Anafortan is to be taken by injection. So, it is always advisable to get this injection from an experienced doctor or nurse. It also needs to observe the patient for some time after giving this injection. It should not be self-administered.

Is it safe to use inj Anafortan during pregnancy?

There is limited data available on the safety of Anafortan injection in pregnancy. Hence, this injection is not recommended to be used during pregnancy.

I am suffering from Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH: enlarged prostate gland). Can I take Anafortan Injection?

No, Anafortan injection is contraindicated in patients with enlargement of the prostate gland. Consult your doctor before use.

Can I use Anafortan Injection while I am taking antacids?

The use of Anafortan injection and antacids should be done carefully as antacids interfere with the absorption of the active ingredient Camylofin affecting the efficacy of the medicine. Please consult your doctor before taking any medicine.

Are there any side-effects observed after taking Anafortan injection?

Yes, you may experience the following side-effects: nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, dry mouth, dizziness, rash on the skin, dilated pupils, fast and pounding heartbeat.

Is Anafortan safe in pregnancy?

There is limited information about its safety in human pregnancy. Hence, Anofortan injection should not be used during pregnancy, unless prescribed by the doctor.

Is injection Anfortan safe in periods?

Yes, Anafortan injection is safe in periods. It provides symptomatic relief during menstrual cramps.