Papaverine is the active substance in the medicine known as Dipaverine. This peripheral and cerebral vasodilator acts by relaxing all smooth muscles, causing vasodilation, thus increasing blood supply to the brain.
Intravenous administration medicinal product.
Indications of Dipaverina
This medication is indicated for the treatment of peripheral coronary cerebral vascular disorders, mainly in the peripheral and cerebral ischemia and myocardial ischemia complicated by arrhythmias.
In addition, it is used as an antispasmodic in gastrointestinal disorders and in the treatment and diagnosis of erectile dysfunction.
Side effects
Blood changes; cardiac arrhythmia; increased blood pressure; increased heart rate; constipation; yellowing of the skin and eyes; depression; abdominal discomfort; diarrhea; Headache; skin rash; lack of appetite; hepatic hypersensitivity; nausea; deep breath; facial redness; sedation; somnolence; dizziness; perspiration.
Contraindications
Pregnancy risk C; complete atrioventricular block; during angina attack as a substitute for nitroglycerin.
