Timolax Tablet

Timolax 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.

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.

Tablet/Syrup-

• 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.

Timolax methylsulphate tablet should not be used with other drugs without prior consult of a registered physician to avoid possible drug interaction.

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.

Timolax Methylsulphate may have the risk of hypotension & tachycardia in certain individuals.

The results of animal studies of Tiemonium Methylsulphate did not reveal any teratogenic effects; no deformities have been reported up till now with normal use. In absence of sufficient data, prudence should be the rule for nursing mothers although no problems have been reported with normal use.

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.

Paediatric use: safety and effectiveness of Timolax methylsulphate in paediatric patients have not been established.

Geriatric use: Efficacy and safety were maintained with increasing age.

There is not available data regarding the overdose of Timolax methylsulphate tablet.

Anticholinergics

Keep in a dry place, away from light and heat. Keep out of the reach of children.