Mefran Spas

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  • Contains / Salt: Mefenamic Acid (250 mg) + Dicyclomine (10 mg)
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Mefran Spas Information

Mefran Spas is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Other than this, Mefran Spas has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Mefran Spas depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Mefran Spas have been listed ahead. These side effects of Mefran Spas are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Mefran Spas's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Mefran Spas's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Mefran Spas is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Kidney Disease, Asthma are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Mefran Spas contraindications section.

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

You should also be aware that Mefran Spas is safe while driving, and is addiction.



Mefran Spas Benefits & Uses

Mefran Spas is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Mefran 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


Mefran Spas Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Mefran Spas is used -

Severe

Moderate

Mild

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Sleepiness
  • Dry Mouth
  • Weakness
  • Urticaria
  • पेट दर्द
  • Dyspepsia
  • पेट की गैस
  • Diarrhoea
  • Rash

Mefran Spas Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Mefran Spas safe for pregnant women?


    Mefran Spas has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Mefran Spas without medical advice.

  • Is the use of Mefran Spas safe during breastfeeding?


    Mefran Spas may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

  • What is the effect of Mefran Spas on the Kidneys?


    Mefran Spas rarely harms the kidneys.

  • What is the effect of Mefran Spas on the Liver?


    Mefran Spas has very mild side effects on the liver.

  • What is the effect of Mefran Spas on the Heart?


    Mefran Spas has very mild side effects on the heart.



Severe Interaction of Mefran Spas with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Severe

Moderate



Mefran Spas Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Mefran Spas

  • Is this Mefran Spas habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Mefran Spas.

Mefran Spas Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Mefran Spas


    Taking Mefran Spas with food does not cause any problems.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Mefran Spas


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



Frequently asked Questions about Mefran Spas

Question about 5 years ago

How does Mefran Spas work?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Mefran Spas is a carboxylic acid derivative with antispasmodic and anticholinergic activity. Mefran Spas stops acetylcholine from binding to the muscarinic receptors on the smooth muscles, leading to the relaxation of smooth muscles of the gastrointestinal tract, and regulating bronchial, tracheal and pharyngeal secretions.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Mefran Spas cause drowsiness?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Mefran Spas 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Mefran Spas cause constipation?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Mefran 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. 

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Mefran Spas cause weight gain?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

No, Mefran Spas does not cause weight gain. Weight gain can be prevented or managed by eating a low carb, high protein diet, incorporating some sort of physical activity in the lifestyle like yoga, zumba, pilates, aerobics, etc., drinking plenty of water, ensuring that the bowel moment is clear, drinking green tea, trying intermittent fasting, cutting back on dairy, gluten and added sugar, taking probiotics, eating more fiber, lifting weights, and eating more vegetables and fruits. 

Question about 5 years ago

What is Mefran Spas

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Mefran 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. Mefran 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.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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)

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