Colospa/Colospa retard/ Mebaspa/Mebiz-SR/Morease are all trade name for the active medicine Mebecan-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

Q. Can Mebecan-SR Capsule be used for period pain?

Mebecan-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

Q. Can I take Mebecan-SR Capsule with buscopan?

Buscopan contains butylscopolamine which is also an antispasmodic like Mebecan-SR Capsule. Taking Mebecan-SR Capsule and buscopan together will provide added effect, but can cause additive side-effects. Consult your doctor before taking Mebecan-SR Capsule and buscopan together

Q. 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

Q. Can I take Mebecan-SR Capsule with Imodium/Loperamide?

There are no known serious drug interactions between Mebecan-SR Capsule and Imodium/ Loperamide. Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on mebeverine

Q. Can I take Mebecan-SR Capsule with paracetamol/ Co codamol?

There are no known serious drug interactions between Mebecan-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

Q. Can I take Mebecan-SR Capsule with antibiotics?

There are no known serious drug interactions between Mebecan-SR Capsule and antibiotics. Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on Mebecan-SR Capsule

Q. Is Mebecan-SR Capsule a laxative?

No, Mebecan-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

Q. Does Mebecan-SR Capsule help constipation or stop diarrhea?

Mebecan-SR Capsule may cause constipation; however, it has no known effects on stopping diarrhea

Q. Does Mebecan-SR Capsule reduce bloating?

Yes, Mebecan-SR Capsule reduces all symptoms of inflammatory bowel syndrome such as abdominal cramps, pain, gas, and bloating

Q. Does Mebecan-SR Capsule affect pill/contraceptive pill?

No, there are no known interactions between Mebecan-SR Capsule and contraceptive pills. Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on Mebecan-SR Capsule

Q. Is Mebecan-SR Capsule a prescription /over the counter medicine?

Mebecan-SR Capsule is available over the counter. However, do not self-medicate and consult your doctor about your symptoms before taking Mebecan-SR Capsule

Q. How long can I take Mebecan-SR Capsule for?

Take Mebecan-SR Capsule as directed by your doctor.

Information last updated by Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology on 19th Sep 2021.
The medicine details are for information purpose only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

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