Surdilan 20mg Tablet
Sterkem Pharma Pvt Ltd

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In-stock 10 tablets in 1 strip
17.06

USED FOR:
Preterm labor

COMPOSITION:
Isoxsuprine (20mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
gynaecological

Related Warnings
Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Surdilan 20mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Surdilan 20mg Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Surdilan 20mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.

Kidney

There is limited information available on the use of Surdilan 20mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

There is limited information available on the use of Surdilan 20mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Isoxsuprine   20mg

Uses of Surdilan Tablet
Surdilan 20mg Tablet is used in preterm labor.

How to use Surdilan Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Surdilan 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Surdilan Tablet works
Surdilan 20mg Tablet relaxes the muscles of the uterus and prevents preterm delivery.

Side Effects:

Common Tremor, Tachycardia.

Expert advice for Surdilan Tablet

Do not drive, operate machinery, or performing other hazardous activities while taking isoxsuprine as it may cause dizziness.
Also, rise slowly from a sitting or lying position to avoid falling.
Consult your doctor if you experience a rash or bothersome irregular heartbeats while taking isoxsuprine.
Consult your doctor before taking isoxsuprine if you have bleeding disorders, glaucoma, heart disease.
Take special precautions while taking isoxsuprine if you are >65 years; having surgery, including dental surgery; or if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is isoxsuprine hydrochloride?
Isoxsuprine is a vasodilator (causes widening of blood vessels). It also causes direct relaxation of uterine and vascular smooth muscle.

Q. What is Surdilan used for?
Surdilan is given orally for the treatment of peripheral vascular disease. Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a narrowing of the arteries other than those that supply the heart or the brain. Peripheral artery disease most commonly affects the legs, but other arteries may also be involved. The classic symptom is leg pain when walking which resolves with rest, known as intermittent claudication. Other symptoms including skin ulcers, bluish skin, cold skin, or poor nail and hair growth may occur in the affected leg. The injectable form of Surdilan is used to arrest premature labor (labor starting before 37 weeks of pregnancy).

Q. Does Surdilan work?
Surdilan works if used for the right indication at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the doctor.

Q. How much does Surdilan cost?
The cost of Surdilan will vary according to the brand and the formulation. Please refer the pack of the medicine to know the cost.

Q. Is Surdilan safe in pregnancy?
Surdilan should be taken during pregnancy only if it is considered necessary to be used by your doctor.