Mebeverine 135mg + Ispaghula 3.5gm

Mebeverine 135mg + Ispaghula 3.5gm — Uses and Benefits

This medicine is mainly used to treat Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and related digestive discomfort.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Relief of stomach pain and cramps due to IBS
• Reducing bloating and abdominal discomfort
• Managing constipation and irregular bowel habits
• Regulating bowel movements in functional bowel disorders

HOW IT WORKS

• Mebeverine is an antispasmodic that relaxes the smooth muscles of the intestine, reducing spasms and pain
• Ispaghula is a natural fibre (bulk-forming laxative) that absorbs water and adds bulk to stools
• Together they help ease painful cramps and make stool passage smoother and more regular

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for infectious diarrhoea
• Not a treatment for food poisoning or acute gastroenteritis
• Not meant for weight loss
• Not used for general abdominal pain unrelated to bowel disorders

How to Use Mebeverine 135mg + Ispaghula 3.5gm

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually before meals
• Swallow Ispaghula with a full glass of water or as directed; do not take it dry
• Do not chew or crush the mebeverine tablet/capsule if it is a modified-release form
• Drink plenty of fluids through the day while taking this medicine
• Take it regularly for best results; do not stop suddenly without asking your doctor

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one
• Do not take double dose to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep the container tightly closed
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Mebeverine 135mg + Ispaghula 3.5gm — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Bloating or gas
• Mild stomach discomfort
• Nausea
• Change in bowel pattern initially

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Skin rash or itching
• Feeling of fullness

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Severe allergic reaction with swelling of face, lips or throat
• Difficulty breathing or swallowing
• Severe abdominal pain or bloating that does not improve
• Signs of intestinal blockage such as no bowel movement with severe pain and vomiting

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Mebeverine 135mg + Ispaghula 3.5gm — Safety Information and Precautions

This medicine is available only on a doctor's prescription in India. Please do not self-medicate.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to mebeverine, ispaghula or any other ingredient in this medicine
• Have intestinal blockage or severe narrowing of the gut
• Have difficulty swallowing
• Have a condition causing paralysis of the intestine

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Have diabetes, as some formulations may contain sugar
• Have a history of bowel obstruction or severe constipation
• Are taking other medicines for stomach or bowel problems

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other laxatives or bulk-forming agents
• Medicines that need to be absorbed quickly, since ispaghula may slow their absorption
• Iron or calcium supplements, which should be taken at a different time
• Other antispasmodic medicines

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine long term for IBS?

It may be used for a while as advised by your doctor, but long-term use should be reviewed regularly.

Will this medicine cure IBS completely?

No, it helps manage symptoms like pain and irregular bowel movements but does not cure the underlying condition.

Can I take this medicine on an empty stomach?

• It is usually taken before meals, but always follow your doctor's specific instructions.
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