Drotin DS

Tablet · Walter Bushnell
PRESCRIPTION MEDICINE

Drotin DS is a tablet made by Walter Bushnell that contains Drotaverine 80 mg. Drotaverine is a antispasmodic: relieves cramps of the stomach, intestine, kidney stones and periods.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Drotaverine80 mg

What it is used for

Relieves cramps of the stomach, intestine, kidney stones and periods.

How it works

An antispasmodic that relaxes smooth muscle in the gut, urinary tract and womb; used for colic and period cramps.

How to take it

Usually 40 to 80 mg up to three times a day.

Common side effects

  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Constipation
  • Palpitations

Get medical help straight away if

  • Fainting or very low blood pressure
  • Allergic reaction

Be careful

Can cause dizziness; caution with low blood pressure.

Other medicines and interactions

May weaken levodopa.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Ask your doctor before use in pregnancy; not recommended while breastfeeding.

Same ingredients, different strength or form

Drotin 40

Common questions

What is Drotin DS?

Drotin DS is a tablet by Walter Bushnell containing Drotaverine 80 mg.

What is Drotin DS used for?

Relieves cramps of the stomach, intestine, kidney stones and periods.

How should I take Drotin DS?

Usually 40 to 80 mg up to three times a day. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Drotin DS?

Common side effects include: Nausea, dizziness, constipation, palpitations. Get medical help straight away for: Fainting or very low blood pressure, allergic reaction.

Does Drotin DS need a prescription?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Can I take Drotin DS in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Ask your doctor before use in pregnancy; not recommended while breastfeeding.

What are the substitutes for Drotin DS?

We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.