Colispas Forte: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Colispas Forte Information

Colispas Forte is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Colispas Forte have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Colispas Forte depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Colispas Forte can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Colispas Forte are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Colispas Forte is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Colispas Forte related warnings talks about Colispas Forte's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Kidney Disease, Asthma must refrain from the use of Colispas Forte since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Colispas Forte contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Colispas Forte have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Colispas Forte is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Colispas Forte Benefits & Uses
Colispas Forte Dosage & How to Take
Colispas Forte Side Effects
Colispas Forte Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Colispas Forte with Other Drugs
Colispas Forte Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Colispas Forte
Colispas Forte Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Colispas Forte Benefits & Uses

Colispas Forte is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Colispas Forte 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

Colispas Forte Related Warnings

Is the use of Colispas Forte safe for pregnant women?

Colispas Forte shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Colispas Forte safe during breastfeeding?

Colispas Forte may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Colispas Forte on the Kidneys?

Colispas Forte may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Colispas Forte on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Colispas Forte on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Colispas Forte on the Heart?

Colispas Forte has very mild side effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Colispas Forte with Other Drugs

Colispas Forte 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

Colispas Forte Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Colispas Forte 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 Colispas Forte

Is this Colispas Forte habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Colispas Forte.

Colispas Forte Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Colispas Forte

It is safe to take Colispas Forte with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Colispas Forte

Taking alcohol with Colispas Forte can be dangerous.

Frequently asked Questions about Colispas Forte

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Colispas Forte cause headache?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Colispas Forte can cause headache as it is one of the side effects. Headaches can be prevented or managed by drinking adequate amount of water, taking ample magnesium, limiting alcoholic drinks, taking adequate sleep, avoiding foods high in histamine, using essential oils, taking B-complex vitamin, using a cold compress, trying acupuncture, relaxing with yoga and meditation.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Colispas Forte?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Colispas Forte 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 Colispas Forte at the same time every day so that one doesn't forget the dose. One can take Colispas Forte with or without food. Taking it with food may avoid stomach upset. One must follow the recommendations of a doctor while taking Colispas Forte. In some people, it might cause some side effects like dry mouth, constipation, dizziness, headache, blurred vision, etc.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Colispas Forte cause drowsiness?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Colispas Forte causes drowsiness. Drowsiness can be prevented or managed by eating a well-balanced breakfast loaded with medium carbs and high proteins, taking light lunch, drinking lots of water, listening to music, getting outside and breathing in some fresh air, eating gum, mints and candy, skipping sugar, going for some caffeine.