Mefril Spas: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Mefril Spas Benefits & Uses

Mefril Spas is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Diverticulitis
Abdominal Pain
Stomach Pain (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)

Mefril Spas Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Dicyclomine (10mg)/Mefenamic Acid(250mg) dose may increase as needed
Adult	Disease: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Dicyclomine (10mg)/Mefenamic Acid(250mg) dose may increase as needed
Geriatric	Disease: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Dicyclomine (10mg)/Mefenamic Acid(250mg) dose may increase as needed

Mefril Spas Related Warnings

Is the use of Mefril Spas safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Mefril Spas. If you are pregnant, do not take Mefril Spas without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Mefril Spas safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Mefril Spas may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Mefril Spas should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Mefril Spas on the Kidneys?

Mefril Spas rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mefril Spas on the Liver?

Mefril Spas may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Mefril Spas on the Heart?

Mefril Spas has very mild side effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Mefril Spas with Other Drugs

Mefril Spas should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Benzydamine

Metamizole

Oxyphenbutazone

Severe

Pentazocine

Potassium Chloride

Tacrolimus

Moderate

Paracetamol

Caffeine

Codeine

Pseudoephedrine

Dextromethorphan

Phenylephrine

Atenolol

Ipratropium

Warfarin

Lithium

Hydrocortisone

Quinapril

Spironolactone

Mefril Spas Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mefril Spas unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Myasthenia Gravis
Hyperthyroidism
GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
Kidney Cancer
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Anemia
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Asthma

Frequently asked Questions about Mefril Spas

Is this Mefril Spas habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Mefril Spas is addictive.

Mefril Spas Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mefril Spas

It is safe to take Mefril Spas with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mefril Spas

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Mefril Spas as it can have severe side effects.

Frequently asked Questions about Mefril Spas

Question over 5 years ago

What is Mefril Spas

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Mefril Spas is a brand name for a compound known as dicyclomine. It belongs to the class of compounds known as anticholinergics (a compound that blocks the neurotransmitter acetylcholine in the central and peripheral nervous system) and antispasmodics. It is available as a tablet, capsule, syrup and an injection. Mefril Spas is used for the treatment of functional bowel / irritable bowel syndrome. It also has some local anesthetic properties and is used in biliary, gastrointestinal and urinary tract spasms. It has a mild effect on glandular secretion and cardiovascular system.

Question over 4 years ago

How long can I take Mefril Spas?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

You can take Mefril Spas for as long as it is recommended by your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Mefril Spas cause dry mouth?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Yes, Mefril Spas causes dry mouth as it is one of the side effects. It can be prevented or managed by drinking lot of water, eating sugar-free candies and gums, avoiding caffeine as it is dehydrating, breathing through the nose, using a humidifier, quitting smoking, using alcohol-free mouth wash, etc.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Mefril Spas an antibiotic?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Mefril Spas is not an antibiotic. It is an anticholinergic agent with an antispasmodic activity which is used for the management of irritable bowel syndrome.

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Mefril Spas?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Mefril Spas is available as a tablet, capsule, syrup and an injection. An oral dosage form is taken a few times a day. It is important to take Mefril Spas at the same time every day so that one doesn't forget the dose. One can take Mefril Spas with or without food. Taking it with food may avoid stomach upset. One must follow the recommendations of a doctor while taking Mefril Spas. In some people, it might cause some side effects like dry mouth, constipation, dizziness, headache, blurred vision, etc.