Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection
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Product introduction
Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection is a combination medicine used in the treatment of abdominal pain. It works effectively to reduce abdominal pain, bloating, discomfort and cramps by relaxing the muscles of the stomach and gut. It also helps in easy passage of gas.
Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection is given by your doctor or nurse. 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, dryness in mouth, blurred vision, weakness, 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 dizziness and 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 dizziness.
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, stomach or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.
Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection is given by your doctor or nurse. 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, dryness in mouth, blurred vision, weakness, 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 dizziness and 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 dizziness.
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, stomach or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.
Uses of Meftal-Spas Injection
Benefits of Meftal-Spas Injection
In Treatment of Abdominal pain
Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection effectively relieves sudden muscle spasms or contractions in the stomach and intestine (gut), thereby relaxing the muscles and improving movement of food. It also blocks chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for pain sensation. This helps to treat abdominal pain (or stomach pain) as well as cramps, bloating and discomfort. It also helps you to pass gas easily and relieves flatulence. Take Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection as prescribed to get maximum benefit. Eventually, it will enhance your daily activities and you will have an improved quality of life.
Side effects of Meftal-Spas Injection
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 Meftal-Spas
- Nausea
- Dryness in mouth
- Blurred vision
- Dizziness
- Sleepiness
- Weakness
- Nervousness
How to use Meftal-Spas Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Meftal-Spas Injection works
Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection is a combination of two medicines: Dicyclomine and Simethicone. Dicyclomine is an antispasmodic which works by relaxing the muscles in your stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby relieving abdominal cramps and pain. Simethicone is an antifoaming medicine which disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Meftal-Spas Injection?
If you miss a dose of Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection, please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
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No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection helps in the treatment of stomach pain and bloating.
- It may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
- Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection as it can cause excessive drowsiness and increase your risk of stomach problems.
- Inform your doctor if you experience severe or long-lasting pain in your stomach.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection?
Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection is a combination of two medicines: Dicyclomine is an antispasmodic and anticholinergic (antimuscarinic) agent that are indicated for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome. On the other hand, Simethicone is a defoaming agent which helps to relieve gas-related symptoms.
Can the use of Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection cause nausea and vomiting?
Yes, the use of Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection can cause nausea and vomiting. Avoid taking fatty or fried foods along with this medication. In case of vomiting, drink plenty of water or other fluids by taking small frequent sips. Talk to your doctor if vomiting persists and you notice signs of dehydration, like dark colored and strong-smelling urine and a low frequency of urination. Do not take any other medicines without speaking to a doctor.
Can the use of Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection cause dizziness?
Yes, the use of Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better.
Can the use of Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection cause dry mouth?
Yes, the use of Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night. You may use lip balm if your lips are also dry. Try to avoid foods that are acidic (like lemons), spicy and salty.
Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection?
The use of Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to any of the components or excipients of this medicine. It is also considered harmful for infants less than 6 months of age and in patients of Glaucoma (eye disorder) and myasthenia gravis (abnormal weakness of muscles).
What is the storage condition for the Meftal-Spas 10mg/40mg Injection?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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- Drugs.com. Simethicone. [Accessed 31 Jan. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Dicyclomine. Birmingham, Alabama: Axcan Scandipharm Inc.; 2005. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
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