Colibest Tablet

Colibest Tablet is taken with food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. 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 healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, dryness in the mouth, feeling thirsty, and increased liver enzymes. 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. It may also cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your dizziness.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

Note: As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Colibest Tablet is banned for children under 12 years of age.

• Abdominal pain

• You have been prescribed Colibest Tablet to get relief from abdominal pain.
• Colibest Tablet should be taken with, or straight after, a meal or snack. This helps to reduce the risk of stomach upset.
• Stick to simple meals and avoid spicy rich food in order to avoid feeling sick (nausea).
• Drink plenty of water while taking Colibest Tablet in case you experience diarrhea as its side-effect.
• Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
• If you develop any new symptoms, or if your symptoms get worse, make an appointment to see your doctor for further advice.