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Anafortan Injection

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia, MDS, BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:02 AM (IST)
Anafortan Injection is used to treat abdominal cramps. It helps to control sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby reduces cramps and pain.
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Product introduction

Anafortan Injection is given by your doctor or nurse. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are palpitations, excessive thirst, dryness in mouth, reduced bronchial secretions, flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk), difficulty in urination, and constipation. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects.

Inform your doctor before taking Anafortan Injection if you are suffering from overactive thyroid, obstructive airway disease, or inflammation of the intestine (ulcerative colitis). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Uses of Anafortan Injection

Benefits of Anafortan Injection

Abdominal cramp
Anafortan Injection effectively relieves sudden muscle spasms or contractions in the stomach and intestine (gut), thereby relaxing the muscles and improving movement of food. This helps to treat abdominal cramps, as well as abdominal pain (or stomach pain), bloating and discomfort. Take a fiber-rich diet, avoid oily or spicy food and drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated. Eventually, it will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

Side effects of Anafortan Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Anafortan
  • Palpitations
  • Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
  • Increased heart rate
  • Dry skin
  • Excessive thirst
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Photophobia
  • Reduce bronchial secretion
  • Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
  • Dilatation of pupil
  • Difficulty in urination
  • Loss of accommodation
  • Constipation

How to use Anafortan Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Anafortan Injection works

Anafortan Injection is an anticholinergic which relaxes the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby relieving cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort.

Quick tips

  • Anafortan Injection is given as an injection into veins by a healthcare professional.
  • Do not skip any dose and finish the complete course even if you feel better.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Anafortan Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Anafortan Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Anafortan Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Anafortan Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Anafortan Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Anafortan Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

Anafortan Injection is used to relieve symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, cramps, associated with various conditions such as painful periods, or menstrual cramps, abdominal pain caused by kidney stones, blockage of the urinary tract or bile duct.
Anafortan Injection is given during the active phase of labor to accelerate labor (when necessary) generally at 3cm of cervical dilatation. However, it should not be used during pregnancy unless prescribed by your doctor.
Anafortan Injection is an anti-spasmodic medicine that works by relaxing the muscles of the stomach and gut to reduce abdominal pain and cramps.
You will need to take this medicine as long as prescribed by your doctor. This depends on your condition and how you respond to the medicine.
Anafortan Injection may take 1-2 hours to show its effectiveness. However, this depends on your condition, dosage, and response to treatment.
Yes, constipation is a common side-effect of this medicine. To get relief, include fiber in your diet (fruits and vegetables), drink 8-10 glasses of fluids a day, and keep active. If you do not have a bowel movement for 2-3 days, consult your doctor.
It is advisable not to take any medications without consulting your doctor first. Self-medication can be risky and should be avoided.

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Chemical Class

Alpha-Amino Acid Ester

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Anticholinergics
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User feedback

Once A Day
53%
Once A Month
38%
Once A Week
9%
Pain due to smooth muscle spasm
100%
Poor
67%
Average
33%

Patient concerns

Having ulcerative colitis. Presently taking Mesalgine & Azoran. Now having severe menstrual cramps. Pl advise. Should i take Anafortan or Meftal?

Dr. Kunal Parasar
Dr. Kunal Parasar
Surgical Gastroenterology
If needed u can take

Experience pain in uterine cavity which is exaggerated after urinating. LMP 1-1-17 Is Anafortan safe? Can Norflox 400 Bd be given?

Dr. Megha Gupta
Dr. Megha Gupta
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Yes Norfolk would be a good medicine for UTI.
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