Mebeverine
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Molecule Summary
| Uses | Abdominal cramps |
| Therapy | Anti-Spasmodics |
| Side Effects | Allergies, rashes, redness |
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Molecule Description
Mebeverine is an antispasmodic medicine. It works by relaxing the smooth muscles of the gastrointestinal tract. Mebeverine is used to treat irritable bowel syndrome, a condition characterized by bloating, abdominal pain, gas, constipation and/or diarrhoea. Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to mebeverine or you are breastfeeding. Take this medicine in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Take it with sufficient amounts of water. Do not break, crush or chew it unless your doctor tells you to. Before using Mebeverine, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.
Uses
Mebeverine is used to treat irritable bowel syndrome, an intestinal disorder causing pain in the stomach, wind, diarrhoea and constipation.
Contraindications
When should one not use Mebeverine
If you are allergic to mebeverine or any of the ingredients of Mebeverine.
Side effects
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Allergic reactions like the urge to scratch, swelling of the face, lips, and neck.
- Rashes and redness associated with fever.
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You feel that your symptoms are getting worse.
- You have liver or kidney problems.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Mebeverine works by acting on the smooth muscles of the stomach and intestine and relieves pain.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking, including prescription, herbal and over-the-counter medicines. Mebeverine affects the way other medicines work, and other medicines may affect how this medicine works.
Dosage
Overdose
Symptoms of overdose of Mebeverine may include muscle cramps, excessive sweating, fatigue, etc. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, then contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
If you missed any dose of Mebeverine, then take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.
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