Ath-SPAS Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of abdominal cramps. It works effectively to reduce abdominal pain and cramps by relaxing the muscles of the stomach and gut. It also blocks certain chemical messengers that cause pain and fever.
Ath-SPAS Tablet is taken with food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, heartburn, loss of appetite, indigestion, dryness in mouth, blurred vision, weakness, diarrhea, and nervousness. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It may also cause sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.
Ath-SPAS Tablet effectively relieves sudden muscle spasms or contractions in the stomach and intestine (gut), thereby relaxing the muscles and improving movement of food. This helps to treat abdominal cramps, as well as abdominal pain (or stomach pain), bloating and discomfort. Take a fiber-rich diet, avoid oily or spicy food and drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated. Eventually, it will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
Side effects of Ath-SPAS Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Ath-SPAS
Nausea
Vomiting
Indigestion
Diarrhea
Loss of appetite
Sleepiness
Weakness
Nervousness
Dryness in mouth
Blurred vision
Heartburn
How to use Ath-SPAS Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ath-SPAS Tablet should be taken with or after food.
How Ath-SPAS Tablet works
Ath-SPAS Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Dicyclomine, Paracetamol and Mefenamic Acid which relieve abdominal pain.
Dicyclomine is an anticholinergic. It works by relaxing the muscles in your stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms). By doing this, it relieves cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort. Paracetamol is an antipyretic (fever reducer) and Mefenamic Acid acid is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). They work by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ath-SPAS Tablet
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Ath-SPAS Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ath-SPAS Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Ath-SPAS Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Ath-SPAS Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. Use of Ath-SPAS Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Ath-SPAS Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
What if you forget to take Ath-SPAS Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Ath-SPAS Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
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Ath-SPAS Tablet is used to relieve abdominal cramps, pain, and spasms related to conditions like stomach or intestinal cramps, menstrual pain, and other types of abdominal discomfort.
Who should avoid using Ath-SPAS Tablet?
Individuals should avoid using Ath-SPAS Tablet if they are allergic to any ingredient present in it, or have severe liver or kidney disease, stomach ulcers, bleeding, or severe heart conditions. Always consult your doctor before use.
Can Ath-SPAS Tablet cause low blood pressure or drowsiness?
Ath-SPAS Tablet usually does not affect blood pressure. However, drowsiness and dizziness may occur in some people. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you know how the medicine affects you.
Can Ath-SPAS Tablet cause serious side effects?
Although they are rare, serious side effects of Ath-SPAS Tablet may include allergic reactions, severe stomach pain, bleeding, jaundice, or confusion. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience these.
Can I take Ath-SPAS Tablet with other pain relievers or anti-inflammatory drugs?
You should not take other NSAIDs or paracetamol-containing products along with Ath-SPAS Tablet without your doctor’s advice, to avoid overdose or interactions.
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