Indications
Alverate is indicated for irritable bowel syndrome; for bowel movement disturbances caused by small sacs or pouches in the wall of the gut (diverticular disease); for abdominal pain associated with menstrual periods (primary dysmenorrhea); and for the relief of other conditions associated with spasm of involuntary muscle.
⚠️ Always consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.
Pharmacology
Alverine Citrate is a smooth muscle relaxant. Smooth muscle is a type of muscle that is not under voluntary control; it is the muscle present in places such as the gut and uterus. Alverine Citrate acts directly on the muscle in the gut, causing it to relax. This prevents the muscle spasm which occurs in the gut in conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome and diverticular disease. Alverine Citrate also relaxes the smooth muscle in the uterus. It is therefore also used to treat painful menstruation, which is caused by muscle spasm in the uterus (dysmenorrhea).
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Although no birth defects have been reported with its use, it's best to avoid alverine citrate during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, since there isn't enough evidence from preclinical studies to confirm it's safe.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Dosage Reference
⚠️ Reference ranges from official sources only. Consult your doctor for personalized dosing.