Mefspas Tablet

Mefspas Tablet is primarily used to treat muscle cramps caused during menstruation in women. Patients who suffer from colicky pain due to intestinal, biliary, ureteric colic and women having extreme menstrual pain can consume Mefspas Tablet.

It is a composition of two medicine, Dicyclomine and Mefenamic Acid that helps by inhibiting sudden muscle contractions, to provide relief from cramps, pain, bloating and discomfort during menstruation.

Apart from this, Mefspas Tablet is also helpful in managing pain associated due to any jerk or movement in intestine, gall duct and urinary tract. It relieves pain caused in women during menstrual cycle by relaxing the muscles of the stomach, thus reducing the symptoms of stomach cramping.

It is advisable that people with a history of glaucoma, enlarged prostate, high blood pressure, myasthenia gravis, liver, heart, kidney or thyroid problems consult a doctor before taking medicine. Furthermore, it is strictly advisable that pregnant women and breastfeeding women must not consume Mefspas Tablet.

Mefspas Tablet causes side effects like dizziness, dry eyes, weakness, blurred vision, bloating and dry mouth. Irregular heartbeat, decreased sexual ability, loss of coordination, improper functioning of bladder and slurred speech. Therefore, it is important that you take the Mefspas Tablet only when prescribed and that too in accurate dosage.

• Menstrual Cramps

• Abdominal Pain

• Hypersensitivity

• Peptic Ulcer

• Cardiovascular Disease

• Pregnancy

• Other Allergic Conditions

• Glaucoma

• Myasthenia Gravis

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Indigestion

• Dizziness

• Dry Mouth

• Constipation

• Blurred Vision

• Stomach Ulcers

• Sleepiness

• Weight Gain

• Weakness

• Nervousness

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  This tablet may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine should not be consumed during pregnancy unless necessary.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  The medicine should not be consumed by breastfeeding mothers as there is a higher risk of side-effects on the infant.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  This medicine should be used with caution in patients with underlying kidney disease. Please Consult your doctor.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Use of this medicine should be avoided in patients with underlying liver disease.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The average duration of the effect of Mefspas Tablet lasting is 4-6 hours. This is the reason it is advisable to take it 4 times a day, in most cases. However, this frequency must first be checked with a doctor.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medicine might vary a little depending on the condition and weight of the person. In most cases, the effects can be experienced in about half an hour after taking Mefspas Tablet. In general, the top effect usually observed within 20-30 minutes of administration.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Mefspas Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Spascrush M 10 Mg/250 Mg Tablet

  Montana Remedies

• Dcmol M Tablet

  Unison Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Intaspas Tablet

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Spasmonil Plus Tablet

  Cipla Ltd

• Mefkind-Spas Tablet

  Mankind Pharma Ltd

• Meftal Spas Tablet

  Blue Cross Laboratories Ltd

• Mefnum Spas 10 Mg/250 Mg Tablet

  Vintage Labs Pvt Ltd

• Speedex-Spas Tablet

  Pharmasynth Formulations Ltd

• Colimex MF 10 mg/250 mg Tablet

  Wallace Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Cyclopam MF 10mg/250mg Tablet

  Indoco Remedies Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

This tablet works via a dual mechanism and includes medicine Dicyclomine and Mefenamic acid. It is used for the treatment of menstrual pain. Dicyclomine blocks the acetylcholine receptors present on the smooth muscles thereby causing the muscles to relax. Mefenamic acid blocks the action of Cyclo-oxygenase (COX) which is involved in the production of Prostaglandins. It works by preventing the production of prostaglandins and thereby reduces pain and inflammation.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  When interacted with alcohol, Mefspas Tablet cause liver problems and internal bleeding in stomach and intestine. You must consult a doctor if you see blood in your stool, cough or vomit.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  This medication may prolong prothrombin time. Therefore, when the drug is administered to patients receiving oral anticoagulant drugs, frequent monitoring of prothrombin time is necessary. A false-positive reaction for urinary bile, using the diazo tablet test, may result after mefenamic acid administration. If biliuria is suspected, other diagnostic procedures, such as the Harrison spot test, should be performed.

• Interaction with Medicine

  The tablet can severely react with medicines like methotrexate, tacrolimus, warfarin and ketorolac. Glimepiride, propranolol, ramipril, furosemide and aspirin are the other medicines, which can moderately cause negative reactions.

• Interaction with Disease

  People suffering from aspirin-sensitive Asthma must avoid the intake of this medicine altogether. Other asthma patients may consume it only on the advice of a doctor. Same goes for people suffering from impaired kidney function, gastrointestinal toxicity and impaired liver function, as well.

• Interaction with Food

  There is no sufficient information regarding this. There have been a few isolated cases of food poisoning when consumed with a few food and beverages, but no specific results based on clinical trials.

• Ques : What is Mefspas tablet?

  Ans : Mefspas is a medication which has Dicyclomine and Mefenamic Acid as active elements present in it. This medication performs its action by relieving smooth muscle spasms of the gastrointestinal tract, stopping the body's production of a substance. Mefspas tablet is used to treat conditions such as Analgesic, Aching muscles, Abdominal pain, Irritable bowel syndrome, Tooth pain, etc.

• Ques : What are the uses of Mefspas tablet?

  Ans : Mefspas tablet is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Pain during periods, Heavy bleeding during periods, Motion sickness, Febrility, Bloating, Pain after surgery, Muscle pain, Joint pain, and Dental pain.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Mefspas tablet?

  Ans : Side effects are Dry mouth, Dizziness, Blurred vision, Nausea, Lightheadedness, Drowsiness, Weakness, Nervousness, Ulcers in stomach, Abnormal dark colored stools, Ulceration around mouth or lips, Indigestion, Abdominal pain, and Vomiting.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Mefspas tablet?

  Ans : Store Mefspas tablet in a cool dry place and keep it in the original pack or container until it is time to take them. Store this medication out of sight and reach of children.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Mefspas Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : It is a medicine which takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : What are the contraindications to Mefspas Tablet?

  Ans : It should not be used if you have the conditions such as Epilepsy, Glaucoma, Hypersensitivity, Inflammatory bowel disease, Myasthenia gravis, Newborn, Nursing Mothers, Obstructive uropathy, Peptic ulcer, Pregnant, etc.

• Ques : Is Mefspas Tablet safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Ques : Will Mefspas Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of this tablet can lead to increased chances of side effects such as Dry mouth, Dizziness, Blurred vision, Nausea, Lightheadedness, Drowsiness, Weakness, Nervousness, Ulcers in the stomach, Indigestion, Abdominal pain, etc.