Colospa/Colospa retard/ Mebaspa/Mebiz-SR/Morease are all trade name for the active medicine Merine-SR Capsule. 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 Merine-SR Capsule be used for period pain?

Merine-SR Capsule 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 Merine-SR Capsule with buscopan?

Buscopan contains butylscopolamine which is also an antispasmodic like Merine-SR Capsule. Taking Merine-SR Capsule and buscopan together will provide added effect, but can cause additive side-effects. Consult your doctor before taking Merine-SR Capsule 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 Merine-SR Capsule with Imodium/Loperamide?

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

Q. Can I take Merine-SR Capsule with paracetamol/ Co codamol?

There are no known serious drug interactions between Merine-SR Capsule 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 Merine-SR Capsule with antibiotics?

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

Q. Is Merine-SR Capsule a laxative?

No, Merine-SR Capsule 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 Merine-SR Capsule help constipation or stop diarrhea?

Merine-SR Capsule may cause constipation; however, it has no known effects on stopping diarrhea

Q. Does Merine-SR Capsule reduce bloating?

Yes, Merine-SR Capsule reduces all symptoms of inflammatory bowel syndrome such as abdominal cramps, pain, gas, and bloating

Q. Does Merine-SR Capsule affect pill/contraceptive pill?

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

Q. Is Merine-SR Capsule a prescription /over the counter medicine?

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

Q. How long can I take Merine-SR Capsule for?

Take Merine-SR Capsule as directed by your doctor.

Information last updated by Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology on 13th Jun 2023.
The medicine details are for information purpose only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

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