Varcolate Injection

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Composition FOR Varcolate 0.2mg Injection

Glycopyrrolate(0.2mg)

food interaction for Varcolate Injection

alcohol interaction for Varcolate Injection

pregnancy interaction for Varcolate Injection

lactation interaction for Varcolate Injection

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alcohol
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No interaction found/established
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Varcolate Injection. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Varcolate Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Varcolate Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Long-term use of Varcolate Injection might reduce milk production.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Varcolate 0.2mg Injection

Glycopyrrolate(0.2mg)

Varcolate injection uses

{med_name} is used in general Anaesthesia and peptic ulcer disease.

How varcolate injection works

Varcolate Injection is an anticholinergic medication. It works by blocking the activity of a chemical messenger (acetylcholine) in the brain.

Common side effects of varcolate injection

Urinary retention, Blurred vision, Dilatation of pupil, Cycloplegia (paralysis of the ciliary muscle of the eye), Ocular hyperemia, Slow heart rate, Palpitations, Reduced sweating, Increased heart rate, Increased intraocular pressure

SUBSTITUTES FOR Varcolate Injection

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  • Pyrolate Injection
    (1 ml Injection in vial)
    Neon Laboratories Ltd
    Rs. 15.60/ml of Injection
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    pay 5% more per ml of Injection
  • Glyco P 0.2mg Injection
    (1 ml Injection in vial)
    Khandelwal Laboratories Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 11.20/ml of Injection
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    Rs. 11.53
    save 24% more per ml of Injection
  • Pyrolate Injection
    (10 ml Injection in vial)
    Neon Laboratories Ltd
    Rs. 11.50/ml of Injection
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    Rs. 119
    save 22% more per ml of Injection
  • Pyrotroy 0.2mg Injection
    (1 ml Injection in vial)
    Troikaa Pharmaceuticals Ltd
    Rs. 14.30/ml of Injection
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    Rs. 14.80
    save 3% more per ml of Injection
  • Licolate 0.2mg Injection
    (1 ml Injection in vial)
    Samarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 12.50/ml of Injection
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    Rs. 12.90
    save 16% more per ml of Injection

Expert advice FOR Varcolate Injection

  • Glycopyrrolate is used before an operation, to reduce saliva and other secretions and to make the stomach contents less acidic.
  • It may also be used to reduce side effects of muscle-relaxing drugs and to prevent of slowing of heart beat during surgery.
  • It is given as an injection into a muscle or into a vein. 
  • Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Glycopyrrolate may cause dizziness and blurred vision.

Frequently asked questions FOR Varcolate 0.2mg Injection

Glycopyrrolate

Q. Is Varcolate Injection a narcotic?
No, Varcolate Injection is not a narcotic.
Q. Does Varcolate Injection cause tachycardia?
Yes, Varcolate Injection has its action on the heart which increases the heart rate (tachycardia). This property of the medication is utilized during surgery to prevent the fall of heart rate due to various other supplemental anesthetic medications.
Q. Can Varcolate Injection cause constipation?
Yes, Varcolate Injection can cause constipation because of its action on the intestine. It decreases the intestinal secretions and also decreases the gut motility which can result in constipation.
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Q. Does Varcolate Injection increase blood pressure?
Yes, Varcolate Injection can sometimes lead to an increase in blood pressure. There are evidences where it has led to increased blood pressure. Therefore, when injected into a patient during a surgery, the heart rate and blood pressure are continuously monitored.
Q. I am on antidepressants currently. Can I take Varcolate Injection?
Some classes of antidepressant medicines can worsen the side effects of Varcolate Injection and cause uneasiness for the patient. These antidepressant medicines may include tricyclic antidepressants (amitriptyline or imipramine), phenelzine, tranylcypromine, clozapine, etc. Therefore, do inform your doctor about your previous illness and the medicines you are taking before you take this medication. Your doctor may make the necessary adjustments.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)