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Colitab Mf is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Other than this, Colitab Mf has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Colitab Mf depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Colitab Mf as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Colitab Mf go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Colitab Mf's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Colitab Mf related warnings talks about Colitab Mf's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Colitab Mf can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Colitab Mf in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Kidney Disease, Asthma. Some other conditions that can be affected by Colitab Mf are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Colitab Mf may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Colitab Mf is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Colitab Mf is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Colitab Mf safe for pregnant women?
Colitab Mf can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Colitab Mf safe during breastfeeding?
Colitab Mf may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Colitab Mf on the Kidneys?
Colitab Mf rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Colitab Mf on the Liver?
Colitab Mf is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Colitab Mf on the Heart?
Colitab Mf is rarely harmful for the heart.
Colitab Mf 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 Colitab Mf unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Colitab Mf habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Colitab Mf has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Colitab Mf
You can take Colitab Mf with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Colitab Mf
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Colitab Mf as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Colitab Mf can cause serious allergic reaction like difficulty in breathing, swelling on lips, mouth, throat or tongue, etc. Please speak to you doctor as soon as you develop these symptoms.
Yes, it is safe to use Colitab Mf under the guidance of a doctor.
Yes, Colitab Mf 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.
No, Colitab Mf is not an antibiotic. It is an anticholinergic agent with an antispasmodic activity which is used for the management of irritable bowel syndrome.
Colitab Mf 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 Colitab Mf at the same time every day so that one doesn't forget the dose. One can take Colitab Mf with or without food. Taking it with food may avoid stomach upset. One must follow the recommendations of a doctor while taking Colitab Mf. In some people, it might cause some side effects like dry mouth, constipation, dizziness, headache, blurred vision, etc.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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