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Mefdic Spas is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Mefdic Spas have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mefdic Spas. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Mefdic Spas have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Mefdic Spas are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Mefdic Spas's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Mefdic Spas's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Mefdic Spas can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Mefdic Spas in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Kidney Disease, Asthma. Some other conditions that can be affected by Mefdic Spas are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Mefdic Spas have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Mefdic Spas is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Mefdic Spas 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 Mefdic Spas safe for pregnant women?
Mefdic Spas shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Mefdic Spas safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Mefdic Spas. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Mefdic Spas on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Mefdic Spas on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Mefdic Spas on the Liver?
Mefdic Spas may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Mefdic Spas on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Mefdic Spas on the heart have been reported.
Mefdic 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 Mefdic Spas unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mefdic Spas habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Mefdic Spas.
Interaction between Food and Mefdic Spas
You can take Mefdic Spas with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mefdic Spas
Taking Mefdic Spas with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Mefdic 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. Mefdic 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.
Yes, Mefdic Spas 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.
Yes, Mefdic Spas can be called a painkiller since it alleviates abdominal spams and provides relief from cramping in irritable bowel syndrome.
Yes, Mefdic 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.
You can take Mefdic Spas for as long as it is recommended by your doctor.
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)