Mebeverine

Information about Mebeverine

Mebeverine Uses

Mebeverine is used in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome.

How Mebeverine works

Mebeverine relaxes the muscles of the intestine and relieves spasm.
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Available Medicine for Mebeverine

MebizSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹2361 variant(s)
MoreaseDr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
₹128 to ₹1902 variant(s)
Normaxin-MBSystopic Laboratories Pvt Ltd
₹1081 variant(s)
MebaspaUSV Ltd
₹931 variant(s)
ColorineErnst Pharmacia
₹1691 variant(s)
Clofac PlusIatros Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹211 variant(s)
MycolonWaterley Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹140 to ₹1952 variant(s)
MerineManith Healthcare Pvt Ltd
₹2201 variant(s)
MevaZydus Cadila
₹4181 variant(s)

Expert advice for Mebeverine

  • Mebeverine relieves symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome such as abdominal pain and cramps, bloating, flatulence and diarrhea alternating with constipation.
  • Take it 20 minutes before a meal to relieve or reduce post meal symptoms.
  • Talk to your doctor if your symptoms do not get better within two weeks of taking Mebeverine, or get worse at any time.
  • Stop taking Mebeverine and consult a doctor if you experience difficulty in breathing or swelling of face, neck, tongue or throat.
  • Do not stop taking the tablets without talking to your doctor, even if you feel better.
  • Mebeverine relieves symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome such as abdominal pain and cramps, bloating, flatulence and diarrhea alternating with constipation.
  • Take it 20 minutes before a meal to relieve or reduce post meal symptoms.
  • Talk to your doctor if your symptoms do not get better within two weeks of taking Mebeverine, or get worse at any time.
  • Stop taking Mebeverine and consult a doctor if you experience difficulty in breathing or swelling of face, neck, tongue or throat.
  • Do not stop taking the tablets without talking to your doctor, even if you feel better.

Frequently asked questions for Mebeverine

Mebeverine

Q. What is Mebeverine/Colospa/Colospa retard/ Mebaspa/Mebiz-SR/Morease used for?

Colospa/Colospa retard/ Mebaspa/Mebiz-SR/Morease are all trade name for the active medicine Mebeverine. It is mainly used to treat and relieve symptoms of inflammatory bowel syndrome such as cramps in the abdomen, pain, gas, bloating and changes in bowel habits

Q. Can Mebeverine be used for period pain?

Mebeverine mainly acts on the smooth muscles of the intestine. Hence, it is used to relieve cramps or spasms of the stomach and intestines (gut). It is particularly useful in treating irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and similar conditions. It is not known whether it can be used for period pain

Q. Can I take Mebeverine with buscopan?

Buscopan contains butylscopolamine which is also an antispasmodic like Mebeverine. Taking Mebeverine and buscopan together will provide added effect, but can cause additive side-effects. Consult your doctor before taking Mebeverine and buscopan together

Q. Can I take mebeverine with Omeprazole/Lansoprazole?

There are no known serious drug interactions between mebeverine and omeprazole/lansoprazole. Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on mebeverine

Q. Can I take Mebeverine with Imodium/Loperamide?

There are no known serious drug interactions between Mebeverine and Imodium/ Loperamide. Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on mebeverine

Q. Can I take Mebeverine with paracetamol/ Co codamol?

There are no known serious drug interactions between Mebeverine and paracetamol and co codamol preparation which contains codeine with paracetamol. Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on mebeverine

Q. Can I take Mebeverine with antibiotics?

There are no known serious drug interactions between Mebeverine and antibiotics. Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on Mebeverine

Q. Is Mebeverine a laxative?

No, Mebeverine is not a laxative; it belongs to a group of medicines called antispasmodics. It acts as a direct relaxant of the smooth muscles of the gut and relieves painfull contractions

Q. Does Mebeverine help constipation or stop diarrhea?

Mebeverine may cause constipation; however, it has no known effects on stopping diarrhea

Q. Does Mebeverine reduce bloating?

Yes, Mebeverine reduces all symptoms of inflammatory bowel syndrome such as abdominal cramps, pain, gas, and bloating

Q. Does Mebeverine affect pill/contraceptive pill?

No, there are no known interactions between Mebeverine and contraceptive pills. Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on Mebeverine

Q. Is Mebeverine anticholinergic?

Yes, Mebeverine is a synthetic anticholinergic agent

Q. Is Mebeverine a prescription /over the counter medicine?

Mebeverine is available over the counter. However, do not self-medicate and consult your doctor about your symptoms before taking Mebeverine

Q. How long can I take Mebeverine for?

Take Mebeverine as directed by your doctor.

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