Meftal Spas Tablet

Meftal Spas tablet is used to treat pain during periods (menstruation) in women. Patients who suffer from colicky pain due to intestinal biliary, or urinary stone can consume Meftal Spas medicine.

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

Apart from this, Meftal Tab is also helpful in managing pain associated due to any movement in the intestine, gall duct, and urinary tract. It relieves pain in women during the 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 Meftal tablets.

Meftal Spas 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 Meftal medicine only when prescribed and that too inaccurate dosage.

Symptoms of overdose include CNS stimulation followed by depression, confusion, delusions, nonreactive pupils, tachycardia, hypertension.

Anticholinergic toxicity is caused by the strong binding of the drug to cholinergic receptors. For anticholinergic overdose with severe life-threatening symptoms, physostigmine 1-2 mg (0.5 mg or 0.02 mg/kg for children) S.C. or I.V., slowly may be given to reverse these effects.

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• Menstrual Cramps

  Helpful against muscle cramps in women caused due to painful periods (dysmenorrhea).

• Abdominal Pain

  Relax the muscles of stomach and prevents stomach contractions, thus providing relief from pain in abdomen area.

• Peptic Ulcer

  Patients who have Peptic ulcer should avoid taking medicine due to an increased risk of side effects.

• Hypersensitivity

  Avoid medication if you are hypersensitive or allergic to any of its ingredient.

• Cardiovascular Disease

  It should be avoided if a patient has any severe Cardiovascular disease or has undergone Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABG).

• Pregnancy

  Women who are pregnant or planning for a baby should not use Meftal Spas.

• Other Allergic Conditions

  If a patient suffers from any allergic disorder like urticaria or asthma, then medicine should not be consumed. Instead, some other safer substitute of this medication should be considered.

• Glaucoma

• Myasthenia Gravis

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Indigestion

• Dizziness

• Dry Mouth

• Constipation

• Blurred Vision

• Stomach Ulcers

• Sleepiness

• Weight Gain

• Weakness

• Nervousness

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The average duration of the effect of Meftal Spas 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 Meftal medicines 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 Meftal Spas tablet. In general, the top effect usually observed within 20-30 minutes of administration.

• Is it habit forming?

  No, it is not habit forming, as there have been no such recorded reports. However, you should not self-medicate too frequently, since it might increase your body’s dependency on the medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  It can cause slight problems if you consume too much alcohol when under medication. In such cases, it is advisable that you visit a doctor if you witness blood in stool, vomit or cough.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Yes, Meftal Spas tablet is strictly prohibited for pregnant women, especially in the third trimester. The potential health threats significantly outnumber the potential benefits. You must consult a doctor if you wish to consume it in the early days of pregnancy.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Meftal medication is not recommended to breastfeeding women. If drug therapy is essential to mother, breastfeeding must be discontinued during treatment period. Consult a doctor in case of emergency when no other option is available.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  It is not safe to drive while on medication of Meftal as you may suffer from drowsiness, weakness, blurred vision or problem in coordination, all of which can cause problems while driving.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Meftal Spas medicine can cause kidney related problems. If you have a history of renal problems or are on any medication for such problems, it is important that you inform the doctor about it at the time of prescription.

• Does this affect liver function?

  If you are consuming too much alcohol during the medication period, then Combination of Meftal Spas medicine and alcohol can have severe side effects on liver.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Meftal Spas 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

• 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

• Spasmofirst Tablet

  Wockhardt Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you are close to the next Meftal Spas dose then you can skip the missed spas dose for that day. Otherwise, you must take the pill moment you notice it.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consume Meftal medicine only as prescribed by the doctor. Overdose of it can cause severe side effects like decreased sexual performance, irregular heartbeat, slurred speech and difficulty in urinating. It is advisable that you consult a doctor immediately, if you experience any of the side effects.

Meftal is a drug that treats smooth muscle spasms in the gastrointestinal tract which occurs due to irritable bowel syndrome. It blocks the acetylcholine receptors present on the smooth muscles thereby causing the muscles to relax. It also controls excessive secretion from not only stomach but also from bronchial, tracheal and pharyngeal muscles.

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, Meftal Spas 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

  Meftal saps tab can react severely or moderately causing toxic reactions in your body, depending on the other 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 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.

• 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.

• Ques : Do you have to eat before taking Meftal Spas Tablet?

  Ans : Meftal Spas can be taken with food or water within a prescribed schedule, and most of the people discovered that mixing it food helps them to get around an Upset Stomach. If you are on a prescribed schedule and unintentionally misses a dose, In that case, you can take it if there's a lot of time before the next dose.

• Ques : How Meftal Spas Tablet helps in Periods?

  Ans : It is only accessible on prescriptions. This medication 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. NSAIDs(Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) lowering your body's production of a hormone-like element called Prostaglandin, which is associated with Heavy Periods. It can also be taken in Periods as a Pain Reliever. It is not a form of Contraceptive.

• Ques : What Meftal Spas Tablet is used for?

  Ans : It is indicated for abdominal pain and dysmenorrhea (period pain).

• Ques : What are the side effects of Meftal Spas Tablet?

  Ans : As an anti-inflammatory medicine, it has its own side effects. There are few major and minor Meftal Spas tablet side effects. Some of them are mentioned below:

  1. Diarrhea/Constipation
  2. Shortage of breath
  3. Blurred eyesight
  4. Painful urination
  5. Bloody and cloudy urine
  6. Fast heartbeat
  7. Weight gain
  8. Swelling
  9. Extreme tiredness

• Ques : Is It safe to take Meftal Spas?

  Ans : Meftal Spas Tablet could be taken after food. In case of stomach upset, patients are not adequate to use it, unless recommended by doctors. Medicine overdose will lead to stomach bleeding and other side effects. To shorten the risk of side effects such as stomach bleeding, patients are advised to take dosage as per doctors recommendation.

• Ques : Can I take Medicine after drinking alcohol?

  Ans : Use of alcohol is not recommended with Meftal Spas Tablet. It will increase the risk of stomach or intestinal bleeding produced by mefenamic acid. It could also lead to bloody, black and tarry stools, blood in cough and vomiting.

• Ques : Can Meftal Spas Tab be used for Toothaches?

  Ans : Yes, sometimes Meftal Spas Tablet can be used for toothaches as it is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs(NSAIDs). Conditions such as arthritis, headaches, toothaches, or pain related to heavy menstrual bleeding and post surgical pains are treated by medicine

• Ques : Is it safe to take Ibuprofen with Meftal Spas Tablet?

  Ans : No, It should not be used with painkillers such as aspirin, ibuprofen or any other painkiller that is taken by mouth as a combination, it might increase the risk of stomach and intestinal bleeding, which lead to many other side effects like: Diarrhea, heavy breathing, Blurred vision, Painful urination, Bloody and cloudy urine, Fast heartbeat, Swelling and Extreme tiredness.

• Ques : Can medicine be taken with food?

  Ans : Yes, you can consume Meftal-Spas with food or immediately after food as this medicine may cause stomach upset.

• Ques : Can this medicine stop menstruation?

  Ans : No, this medication does not have any effect on menstrual bleeding, neither does it affect the amount nor the duration of bleeding. It help relieve the pain caused due to menstrual cramps.

• Ques : Can I take medicine in fever?

  Ans : Yes, but the tablet cannot be used as a standalone medication to treat symptoms associated with fever. It is used to relieve symptoms associated with fever such as muscle cramps and body ache.

• Ques : What is the effect of Meftal Spas on fertility?

  Ans : The medication contains Mefenamic Acid, which can have an adverse impact on women's fertility, causing a delay in ovulation and reduced pain tolerance during delivery.

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