Papaverine 20 mg Suppositories are rectal antispasmodic medications used to relieve smooth muscle spasms in the gastrointestinal, biliary, urinary, and vascular systems. Papaverine works by relaxing smooth muscles, helping reduce cramps, pain, and tension associated with spastic conditions.

Key Benefits

• Relieves intestinal and abdominal spasms
• Helps reduce pain from smooth muscle contraction
• Supports urinary and biliary tract relaxation
• Improves blood flow via vasodilation
• Provides localized rectal administration

Active Ingredient

• Papaverine hydrochloride 20 mg (per suppository)

How It Works

Papaverine:

• Inhibits phosphodiesterase (PDE) → increases cAMP
• Causes smooth muscle relaxation
• Leads to vasodilation and reduced spasm
• Improves blood circulation and reduces pain

Indications (Typical Use)

• Intestinal / abdominal cramps
• Spastic colitis
• Biliary tract spasms
• Urinary tract spasms
• Vasospasm-related conditions
• Adjunct use in gynecological or urological spasm

How to Use

• Route: Rectal
• Typical use: 1 suppository as directed (often 1–2 times daily)
• Use after bowel movement if possible

⚠️ Use according to physician or label instructions

Pack Size

• 10 suppositories

Important Features

• Fast-acting antispasmodic
• Rectal delivery for localized/systemic effect
• Widely used in European and Eastern European medicine
• Non-opioid pain relief option for spasms

Precautions

• Avoid if:
  • Severe liver disease
  • AV block or certain heart conditions
• Use caution with:
  • Low blood pressure
  • Elderly patients
• Possible side effects:
  • Dizziness
  • Low blood pressure
  • Allergic reactions (rare)

Disclaimer

This is a medication and should be used according to medical advice. It is not intended for self-diagnosis or treatment. Consult a healthcare professional if symptoms persist.