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Mefacid Spas is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Mefacid Spas safe for pregnant women?
Mefacid Spas can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Mefacid Spas safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Mefacid Spas. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Mefacid Spas on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Mefacid Spas on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Mefacid Spas on the Liver?
Mefacid Spas has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Mefacid Spas on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Mefacid Spas on the heart have been reported.
Mefacid Spas should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mefacid Spas unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mefacid Spas habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Mefacid Spas is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Mefacid Spas as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Mefacid Spas should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Mefacid Spas is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mefacid Spas
Taking Mefacid Spas with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mefacid Spas
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Mefacid Spas as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, it is safe to use Mefacid Spas under the guidance of a doctor.
Yes, Mefacid Spas causes constipation. Constipation can be prevented or managed by drinking more water, eating more fiber, exercising more, taking herbal laxatives, eating probiotic foods and supplements, eating magnesium and prunes and avoiding dairy.
Mefacid 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. Mefacid 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.
No, Mefacid Spas doesn't cause hair loss. Hair loss could be due to an underlying disease or even hormonal imbalance. It is therefore, important to investigate and rectify these conditions. Some of the tips that can be used for preventing or managing hair loss are taking nutritious diet, using oils for hair massage, getting less stressful in life, taking hair strengthening supplements, using less chemicals on hair, keeping the scalp clean, etc.
Yes, Mefacid Spas can be called a painkiller since it alleviates abdominal spams and provides relief from cramping in irritable bowel syndrome.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 117
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Bentyl (dicyclomine hydrochloride)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ponstel® (Mefenamic Acid)