Meftal Spas Strip Of 10 Tablets
Medical Description
Meftal Spas tablet is a prescription medication that relieves menstrual (period) pain and cramps. It is an antispasmodic medicine containing a combination of dicyclomine and mefenamic acid. It works by blocking the action of certain chemicals responsible for pain and relaxing the smooth muscles.
Your doctor decides the dose and duration of the Meftal Spas tablet. Period pain is very common among women and is also known as dysmenorrhea. Cyclopam MF tablet and Spasmonil Plus tablet also contain dicyclomine and mefenamic acid.
You should not use this medicine for more than seven days. If the pain persists, consult your doctor. This medicine should preferably be taken with food or after food. Meftal Spas should not be given to children below 12 years of age. It is advised to give them the paediatric formulations of this combination under medical supervision.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹43.00 |
You Save | ₹7.00 (14% on MRP) |
Contains | Mefenamic Acid(250.0 Mg) + Dicycloverine / Dicyclomine(10.0 Mg) |
Uses | Abdominal pain, period related pain |
Side effects | Dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, headache |
Therapy | ANTI-SPASMODICS |
Uses of MEFTAL SPAS STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Contraindications of MEFTAL SPAS STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- If you are allergic to mefenamic acid, dicyclomine or any ingredient of the Meftal Spas tablet.
- If you have inflammatory bowel disease, gastrointestinal bleeding or obstruction in the intestine.
- If you have severe kidney, liver or heart function problems.
- If you have asthma or experienced an asthmatic attack due to painkillers.
- If you have a problem in passing urine or obstruction in the bladder and kidney.
- If you have a condition of weakness in muscles(Myasthenia gravis).
- If you have a condition of increased eye pressure(Glaucoma).
- It should not be used in infants below 6 months of age.
- Meftal Spas should not be used in the last trimester of pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Meftal Spas tablet should not be used for managing pain before, during and after coronary bypass surgery.
Side effects of MEFTAL SPAS STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach upset
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Blurred vision
- Weakness
Precautions and Warnings of MEFTAL SPAS STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You are suffering from respiratory disorders like asthma and lung and throat-related disorders.
- You may experience fluid retention and high blood pressure. It should be used cautiously in patients with existing conditions.
- You are suffering from an autoimmune disease in which the body's immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue.
- You experience diarrhoea, skin reactions, or body overheating after taking Meftal Spas.
- You have an existing liver and kidney function problem or bleeding disorder of the stomach or intestine.
- You are suffering from fits, epilepsy and seizures.
- You have a prostate-related disorder, ulcerative colitis and megacolon.
- You experience some related brain disorders like confusion, hallucinations, tiredness or aggression.
Directions for Use of MEFTAL SPAS STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Meftal Spas tablets should be taken as directed by your doctor.
- Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine. It can be taken with or after food.
- It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results. Do not consume more than that prescribed by your doctor.
Storage and disposal of MEFTAL SPAS STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Store Meftal-Spas tablet below 25°C
- Keep it out of reach of children and pets
Quick Tips of MEFTAL SPAS STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Meftal Spas is an antispasmodic medication. It is composed of dicyclomine and mefenamic acid. This medication is used to treat pain and spasms in the abdomen, as well as during or before menstruation (periods)....
- Meftal Spas tablets should be taken along with a meal and swallowed with a glass of water to avoid any stomach discomfort. It is not recommended to chew or break down the tablet. Please note that Meftal Spas is not suitable for children under the age of 12....
- Meftal Spas dosage and frequency vary by individual, depending on the condition being treated. You should not exceed your doctor's recommended daily dose.
- Meftal Spas tablets should not be used to manage pain before, during or following coronary bypass surgery.
- Meftal Spas may cause some common side effects like nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, weakness, and others. If you experience any of these symptoms frequently, consult your doctor immediately.
Dosage of MEFTAL SPAS STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action of MEFTAL SPAS STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
How Does It Work?
- Meftal Spas is a combination of medicine containing mefenamic acid and dicyclomine.
- Mefenamic acid works by blocking the action of an enzyme that produces prostaglandins, which cause pain, swelling, and inflammation.
- Dicyclomine acts on smooth muscles of the bile duct, uterus and intestine and aids in relieving pain.
Interactions of MEFTAL SPAS STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Interactions with other medicines
- Medicines used to thin blood, such as warfarin, should be used with caution as there are chances of increased bleeding upon long-term use.
- Anti-platelet medicines such as aspirin or clopidogrel, steroids and painkillers when taken along can induce stomach or intestinal bleeding, thus should be avoided.
- Antidiabetic medicine if taken along with Meftal Spas may lead to low blood glucose.
- Meftal-Spas tablet should not be taken for 8 to 12 days after taking a medicine called Mifepristone.
- Digoxin used to treat heart failure should not be taken along with Meftal-Spas tablet.
- Other medicines, such as blood pressure-lowering medicines, immunomodulators, lithium-containing medicines, and anti-infective medicines, should be used cautiously.
Content Details
Ravindra Ghongade
B. Pharm
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is Meftal is a painkiller?
Q: Can Meftal spas be taken by males?
Q: Meftal 500 vs Meftal Spas, what are the differences?
Q: Meftal Spas vs Drotin M, how do they differ?
Q: Do Meftal spas cause dryness in the mouth?
Q: Does Meftal-Spas stop bleeding or menstruation?
Q: Does Meftal Spas cause infertility?
Q: What Meftal Spas is used for?
Q: Can I take Meftal Spas for back pain?
Q: Can I take 2 Meftal Spas in a day?
Q: Is Meftal Spas safe during periods?
Q: Does Meftal Spas affect your blood count?
Q: How long does it take for Meftal Spas to show its actions?
Q: Can we take Meftal Spas on an empty stomach?
Q: Can Meftal Spas be used for headaches and toothache?
Q: Does Meftal-Spas stop bleeding?
Q: Does Meftal-Spas delay periods?
Q: Can Meftal Spas be taken for headaches?
Q: How much time will the Meftal spas take to work?
Q: Can Meftal spas be taken for muscle pain?
Q: Can I drink after taking the Meftal spas?
Q: How many Meftal spas can be taken in a day?
Q: Does Meftal-spas affect pregnancy?
Q: Do Meftal spas induce sleep?
Q: Can we give Meftal spas for fever?
Q: What are the side effects of Meftal spas?
Q: Can I take Meftal spas with a PCO care tablet?
Q: Can I use Meftal spas and rabemac tablets?
Q: Can sugar or diabetic patients take Meftal spas tablets?
Q: Do Meftal spas reduce gas?
Q: Does Meftal Spas cause infertility?
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