Strychnine
Generic medicine reference
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Overview
Strychnine is extremely poisonous alkaloid obtained chiefly from the seeds of Strychnos nux vomica and other species of Strychnos. Strychnine is used in the investigation of mode of action of anticonvulsant drugs.
Indications
Strychnine can be given in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in Bronchial asthma, Constipation, Diabetes mellitus, Diarrhoea, Non-ketonic hyperglycenaemia, Opthalmic disease, Pain, Urinary tract disorder.
Contraindications
Strychnine is contraindicated in conditions like Excessive reflex irritability,Acute inflammatory conditions of the spinal cord.
Side Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Strychnine, which give rise to further complications include Tremors, Severe spasm.Strychnine produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Respiratory arrest, Painful convulsions. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Strychnine therapy.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Strychnine are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Twitching, Stiffiness of face and legs.
Warnings
Strychnine is a potent convulsant. Use impervious clothing, gloves and face shields when handling it.
High Risk Groups
If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
No adult dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Child Dosage
No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Strychnine was found.
Storage
No storage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No brands are recorded for this generic.