Ioril 10mg Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Zee Laboratories
Active Ingredient	Isoxsuprine (10mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Phenylpropane Derivative
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	GYNAECOLOGICAL
Action Class	Beta 2 agonist - Uterus
User Rating	4.8
User Reviews	639

FAQ

How and in what dose should I take Ioril 10mg?

Take this medicine, as per the advice of your doctor. The dose and duration depend on your exact medical condition. However take it at the same time of each day, to help you remember it.

What is Ioril 10mg and what is it used for?

Ioril 10mg belongs to the group of medicines called vasodilators and uterine relaxants. It is used in the treatment of premature labor, a condition when the uterus starts contracting too early than usual. It may also be used in the treatment of peripheral vascular diseases.

What precautions do I need to take while taking Ioril 10mg?

You should consult your doctor, immediately if your contractions begin again or your water breaks.

What are the possible side effects of using Ioril 10mg?

The common side effects of Ioril 10mg are trembling, nervousness, weakness, dizziness, flushing, tachycardia, chest pain, nausea, and vomiting. If any of these side effects bother you, consult with your doctor.

What if you forget to take Ioril Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Ioril 10mg, 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.

Ioril 10mg Tablet Reviews

Ioril 10mg is a vasodilator and uterine relaxant. It is used in the treatment of premature labor (when the uterus starts contracting for birth too early than usual). It is also helpful in the treatment of peripheral vascular diseases.

Ioril 10mg can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablets whole with a glass of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.

Dizziness is the most common side effect of the medicine. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. To lower the chance of dizziness, you must rise slowly, if getting up from a sitting or lying position or avoid driving or attention requiring activities.

Before taking the medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart problems or bleeding disorders. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. You must avoid taking part in any strenuous or stressful activities to prevent premature labor.

How Ioril 10mg Tablet Works

Ioril 10mg is a beta-adrenergic agonist. It works by preventing the contractions of the smooth muscles in the uterus. Thus, it relaxes the uterus to prevent premature labor. It also helps in widening blood vessels to increase blood flow, thereby improving blood circulation to certain parts of the body (such as the hands/feet, brain). Therefore, it also treats peripheral vascular disease.

How to Use Ioril 10mg 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. Ioril 10mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Ioril 10mg Tablet

In Treatment of Peripheral vascular disease: Peripheral vascular disease refers to the condition of disturbed blood circulation in blood vessels. Ioril 10mg helps the blood flow freely around your body thereby preventing a heart attack or stroke (or deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism). Make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine.
In Treatment of Premature Labor: Ioril 10mg prevents abnormal contractions of uterus muscles and relaxes them. It widens blood vessels to help increase blood flow and improve circulation to the smooth muscles of the uterus. This prevents premature labor and miscarriage. Take it as prescribed and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

Uses of Ioril 10mg Tablet

Treatment of Peripheral vascular disease
Treatment of Premature Labor

Ioril 10mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Ioril 10mg during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Ioril 10mg in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Ioril 10mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Liver ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Ioril 10mg in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ioril 10mg. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Ioril 10mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

You have been prescribed Ioril 10mg for the treatment of premature labor.
Ioril 10mg may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
It may also be used in the treatment of peripheral vascular diseases.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Avoid stress or any kind of strenuous activity to prevent premature labor
Inform your doctor if you experience a rash or irregular heartbeats or if you have bleeding disorders, glaucoma, or heart disease.

References

FDA Report: Isoxsuprine.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 747-48.
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