Butalamine / Papaverine
Butalamine/Papaverine is a combination vasodilator medication containing two active ingredients that work to widen blood vessels and improve blood flow. This medication has been used primarily for treating peripheral circulatory disorders and conditions involving impaired blood flow to the extremities. The combination was developed to provide complementary vasodilatory effects for patients with vascular conditions.
A dual-component vasodilator used for peripheral circulatory disorders combining butalamine and papaverine.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1008175
- Generic
- Butalamine / Papaverine
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Primarily used for peripheral vascular diseases and circulatory disorders affecting the limbs, such as intermittent claudication and Raynaud's phenomenon. May also have been used for conditions involving arterial spasm or reduced blood flow.
Papaverine acts as a smooth muscle relaxant by inhibiting phosphodiesterase, while butalamine provides additional vasodilatory effects. Together they promote relaxation of vascular smooth muscle and improved blood flow to affected areas.
This medication may not be widely available in all countries. Side effects can include headache, dizziness, gastrointestinal disturbances, and flushing. Should be used with caution in patients with glaucoma, recent stroke, or cardiac conditions. Consult current prescribing information as availability and formulations may vary by region.
Official drug label
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