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Meftal Spas Drop

Manufacturer :  Blue Cross Laboratories Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Dicyclomine, Simethicone
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Meftal Spas Drop

Meftal Spas drop is an antispasmodic, specifically used for irritable bowel syndrome, which is a type of intestinal problem. People suffering from colicky pain and women experiencing severe menstrual pain can take it as well. It relieves pain by relaxing the muscles of gut and stomach, thus reducing the symptoms of stomach cramping.

This medication must not be used in children younger than 6 months old and in women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Before using this medication, inform your doctor if you have a history of glaucoma, enlarged prostate, urination problems, high blood pressure, nervous system problems, myasthenia gravis, liver, heart, thyroid, intestinal or kidney problems.

This medicine can cause a range of anticholinergic side effects such as dizziness, weakness, dry eyes, blurred vision, dry mouth and abdominal bloating, and, at higher doses, serious effects like decreased sweating, flushed skin, irregular heartbeat, slurred speech, loss of coordination, mood changes, difficulty urinating and decreased sexual ability.

The medication is to be taken by mouth, with or without food as instructed by your doctor, usually 4 times a day. The dosage is based on your age, medical condition, and your response to the medicine. Your doctor may direct you to start this medication at a low dose and gradually increase your dose to decrease the risk of side effects.

    What are the uses of Meftal Spas Drop

    What are the side effects of Meftal Spas Drop ?

    Key highlights of Meftal Spas Drop

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Meftal Spas Drop may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Meftal Spas Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
      Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Meftal Spas Drop is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

    • 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.

    What are the substitutes for Meftal Spas Drop ?

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

    How does this medication work?

    Meftal Spas Drop 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.

      FAQs about Meftal Spas Drop

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

        Ans : Meftal Spas Drop 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 Drop helps in periods?

        Ans : Meftal Spas Drop and naproxen are only accessible on prescriptions. 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 pain as a reliever. it is not a form of contraceptive.

      • Ques : What Meftal Spas Drop is used for?

        Ans : Meftal Spas Drop is an antispasmodic tablet used for treating specific type of intestinal complication such as irritable bowels syndrome. it also decreases the symptoms of intestinal and stomach cramping. this medicine minimises the natural movement of the gout loosening up the stomach and intestine muscles. it is also used as a reliever during cramps and menstrual periods.

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

        Ans :

        As an anti-inflammatory medicine, it has its own side effects. there are few major and minor side effects. some of them are mentioned below:

        1. diarrhea
        2. constipation
        3. shortage of breath
        4. blurred eyesight
        5. painful urination
        6. bloody and cloudy urine
        7. fast heartbeat
        8. weight gain
        9. swelling
        10. extreme tiredness

      • Ques : If it safe to take Meftal Spas Drop?

        Ans : This medication could be taken after food. in case of stomach upset, patients are not adequate to use Meftal Spas Drop unless it is recommended by doctors. excessive dosage or overdose of this medicine 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 Meftal Spas Drop after drinking alcohol?

        Ans : Use of alcohol is not recommended with Meftal Spas Drop. it will increase 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 Drop be used for toothaches?

        Ans : Medications like Meftal Spas Drop and other painkillers are also called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs(nsaids). conditions such as arthritis, pain related to heavy menstrual bleeding and post surgical pains are treated by Meftal Spas Drop.

      • Ques : Is it safe to take ibuprofen with Meftal Spas Drop?

        Ans : Mefenamic acid should not be used with painkillers such as aspirin or any other nsaids(non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) 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, constipation, heavy breathing, blurred vision, painful urination, bloody and cloudy urine, fast heartbeat, weight gain, swelling and extreme tiredness.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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