Tiemonium Methylsulphate
Pharmacology
Tiemonium Methylsulphate strengthens calcium bonding with phospholipids and proteins thus stabilizing the cell membrane of the GI tract. It is a quaternary ammonium antimuscarinic agent with peripheral effects similar to those of atropine.Uses of Tiemonium Methylsulphate
Tiemonium Methylsulphate is an antispasmodic drug. It reduces muscle spasms of the intestine, biliary system, uterus & urinary bladder. It is indicated for-- The pain in the gastrointestinal,
- Biliary, urinary and gynecological diseases such as gastroenteritis, diarrhea, dysentery, biliary colic, enterocolitis, cholecystitis, ciliopathies, mild cystitis, & spasmodic dysmenorrhoea.
Dosage and Administration
Tiemonium Methylsulphate is available in three dosage forms- tablet, syrup and Injection. Dosages may vary based on form.- Tablet: Recommended oral dose of Tiemonium Methylsulphate tablet is 2-6 tablets (100-300 mg) daily in divided doses.
- Injection: Recommended injectablet dose is 1 Tiemonium Methylsulphate. Injection 3 times daily, through the Intravenous route slowly or the Intramuscular route.
- Syrup:
- Children: 3 mg - 6 mg/kg body weight/day or 1.5 ml - 3 ml /kg body weight/day in 3 divided doses.
- Adult: 30 mg - 90 mg or 15 ml - 45 ml 3 times daily or as directed by the physician.