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halphabarol

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Drug class

Genitourinary (Miscellaneous(Genitourinary))

Mechanism of action

Halphabarol, the active principle of Proximol, is the most potent of the four antispasmodics present in the national desert weed Cymbopogon proximus or ''Halfa Bar''. Halphabarol is of great value for the management of renal colic. ureteric calculi as it causes dilation of the ureter below the site of calculus while active pr

Common side effects

  • Dizziness
  • Nausea

Related conditions

Frequently asked questions

What drug class is halphabarol?

halphabarol belongs to: Genitourinary.

How does halphabarol work?

Halphabarol, the active principle of Proximol, is the most potent of the four antispasmodics present in the national desert weed Cymbopogon proximus or ''Halfa Bar''. Halphabarol is of great value for the management of renal colic. ureteric calculi as it causes dilation of the ureter below the site of calculus while active pr

What are the common side effects of halphabarol?

Dizziness, Nausea

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