Merine-SR Capsule
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Merine-SR Capsule is a prescription medicine used to treat and relieve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome such as stomach pain and spasm, cramps in the abdomen, gas, bloating, and changes in bowel habits. This medicine relaxes muscles of the intestine and relieves spasms.
Merine-SR Capsule is used in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome
Merine-SR Capsule is used in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome
Uses of Merine Capsule PR
Benefits of Merine Capsule PR
In Treatment of Irritable bowel syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory disease of the large intestine (colon) that usually needs long-term management. This can lead to bleeding, frequent diarrhea, bloating, flatulence, cramps, and stomach pain. Merine-SR Capsule relaxes the muscles in your stomach and gut (intestine) and relieves these symptoms effectively. Usually, it is used along with other medicines for the management of your condition.
Continue taking it for as long as the doctor may advise you to. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it. Take a fiber-rich diet, avoid oily or spicy food and drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
Continue taking it for as long as the doctor may advise you to. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it. Take a fiber-rich diet, avoid oily or spicy food and drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
Side effects of Merine Capsule PR
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 Merine
- Fainting
- Skin rash
- Angioedema (swelling of deeper layers of skin)
How to use Merine Capsule PR
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Merine-SR Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Merine-SR Capsule does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Merine-SR Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Merine-SR Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Merine-SR Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Merine-SR Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Merine-SR Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Caution is advised in patients with severe kidney disease.
Caution is advised in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Merine-SR Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Merine-SR Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Caution is advised in patients with severe liver disease.
Caution is advised in patients with severe liver disease.
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Quick tips
- Merine-SR Capsule relieves symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome such as abdominal pain and cramps, bloating, flatulence and diarrhea alternating with constipation.
- Take it 20 minutes before a meal to relieve or reduce post meal symptoms.
- Talk to your doctor if your symptoms do not get better within two weeks of taking Merine-SR Capsule, or get worse at any time.
- Stop taking Merine-SR Capsule and consult a doctor if you experience difficulty in breathing or swelling of face, neck, tongue or throat.
- Do not stop taking the tablets without talking to your doctor, even if you feel better.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
P-Methoxybenzoic Acids and Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Anti-spasmodics (IBD)
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Merine-SR Capsule/Colospa/Colospa retard/ Mebaspa/Mebiz-SR/Morease used for?
Colospa/Colospa retard/ Mebaspa/Mebiz-SR/Morease are all trade name for the active medicine Merine-SR Capsule. It is mainly used to treat and relieve symptoms of inflammatory bowel syndrome such as cramps in the abdomen, pain, gas, bloating and changes in bowel habits
Can Merine-SR Capsule be used for period pain?
Merine-SR Capsule mainly acts on the smooth muscles of the intestine. Hence, it is used to relieve cramps or spasms of the stomach and intestines (gut). It is particularly useful in treating irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and similar conditions. It is not known whether it can be used for period pain
Can I take Merine-SR Capsule with buscopan?
Buscopan contains butylscopolamine which is also an antispasmodic like Merine-SR Capsule. Taking Merine-SR Capsule and buscopan together will provide added effect, but can cause additive side-effects. Consult your doctor before taking Merine-SR Capsule and buscopan together
Can I take mebeverine with Omeprazole/Lansoprazole?
There are no known serious drug interactions between mebeverine and omeprazole/lansoprazole. Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on mebeverine
Can I take Merine-SR Capsule with Imodium/Loperamide?
There are no known serious drug interactions between Merine-SR Capsule and Imodium/ Loperamide. Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on mebeverine
Can I take Merine-SR Capsule with paracetamol/ Co codamol?
There are no known serious drug interactions between Merine-SR Capsule and paracetamol and co codamol preparation which contains codeine with paracetamol. Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on mebeverine
Can I take Merine-SR Capsule with antibiotics?
There are no known serious drug interactions between Merine-SR Capsule and antibiotics. Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on Merine-SR Capsule
Is Merine-SR Capsule a laxative?
No, Merine-SR Capsule is not a laxative; it belongs to a group of medicines called antispasmodics. It acts as a direct relaxant of the smooth muscles of the gut and relieves painfull contractions
Does Merine-SR Capsule help constipation or stop diarrhea?
Merine-SR Capsule may cause constipation; however, it has no known effects on stopping diarrhea
Does Merine-SR Capsule reduce bloating?
Yes, Merine-SR Capsule reduces all symptoms of inflammatory bowel syndrome such as abdominal cramps, pain, gas, and bloating
Does Merine-SR Capsule affect pill/contraceptive pill?
No, there are no known interactions between Merine-SR Capsule and contraceptive pills. Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on Merine-SR Capsule
Is Merine-SR Capsule a prescription /over the counter medicine?
Merine-SR Capsule is available over the counter. However, do not self-medicate and consult your doctor about your symptoms before taking Merine-SR Capsule
How long can I take Merine-SR Capsule for?
Take Merine-SR Capsule as directed by your doctor.
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