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Mespas 10/250mg Tablet 10’S
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Introduction About MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET
MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET is a combination of Dicyclomine and Mefenamic Acid which belongs to the group of medicines called Anticholinergics and Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) respectively. It is used for the management of abdominal (stomach) pain and dysmenorrhea, it is a condition in women who experience severe and frequent cramps and pain during menses.
MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with pre-existing renal disease or obstructive uropathy, asthma, increased pressure in eyes (glaucoma), myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), gastrointestinal conditions like inflammatory bowel disease, severe ulcerative colitis, paralysis of intestine (paralytic ileus), chronic constipation (intestinal atony) and toxic dilatation of intestine (megacolon). MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases (heart failure, high blood pressure), impaired liver function, fluid retention, prior history of ulcer disease or gastro-intestinal bleeding and prostate enlargement.
MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET is not recommended for use in third trimester of pregnancy and should be used with caution in first and second trimester of pregnancy. It is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET is not recommended for use in infants (below 6 months of age) and it should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years and above) as it increases the risk of gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding and perforation which may be fatal. The common side effects of taking MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET are diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and constipation. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects worsens. Â
Uses Of MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET
It is used to manage:
- abdominal pain
- dysmenorrhea (severe and frequent menstrual cramps and pain during menses)
How MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET Works
MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET contains Dicyclomine and Mefenamic acid. Dicyclomine works by blocking the effects of a chemical called acetylcholine (responsible for causing contraction of muscles) at the acetylcholine-receptor sites along with direct spasmolytic effect upon smooth muscles (musculotropic). This helps to relieve smooth muscle spasm of the intestine, bile duct, ureters and uterus. Mefenamic acid works by inhibiting the enzyme cyclooxygenase (COX) which is responsible for formation of chemical called prostaglandin that is responsible for inflammatory response in the body.
How to use MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET
Take MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET as advised by your doctor. It must be taken preferably after food. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Do not alter or discontinue the daily dose of MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET after feeling better without consulting your doctor. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects Of MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET
Common
- diarrhea
- nausea
- vomiting
- flatulence
- constipation
- abdominal pain
- ulcerative stomatitis
- peptic ulcers, perforation or gastrointestinal bleeding (in elderly)
- blood vomiting
Uncommon
- gastritis
Rare
- confusion
- depression
- hallucination
- nervousness
Stop taking MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- signs of gastric problems such as ulcers in stomach, perforation or stomach bleeding leading to nausea, loss of taste, vomiting, diarrhea, bloated feeling, constipation, indigestion, stomach pain, blood in vomit and in stools, ulcers in mouth, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease)
- signs of blood related disorders such as hemolytic anemia (reversible), hypoplastic bone marrow, reduced in red blood cell, platelets, white blood cell count (leukopenia) with an increased risk of infection, sepsis and clotting disordering leading to uncontrollable bleeding
- severe allergic reactions such as asthma, bronchospasm or difficulty in breathing, skin disorders including rashes of various types, redness, extreme itching and rarely exfoliative or bullous skin lesions (including epidermal necrolysis and erythema multiforme)
- glucose intolerance in diabetic patients, low sodium levels in circulation
- confusion, depression, hallucinations, nervousness
- signs of nervous system disorders such as pain with eye movement and temporary vision loss in one eye, headaches, tingling, altered sensation, dizziness, drowsiness, numbness, mental confusion, excitement (especially in elderly persons), loss of sensation, speech disturbance, sleeplessness, aseptic meningitis (especially in patients with existing auto-immune disorders, such as systemic lupus erythematosus, mixed connective tissue disease), with symptoms such as stiff neck, headache, nausea, vomiting, fever or disorientation, blurred vision, convulsions, insomnia
- eye irritation, reversible loss of color vision, visual disturbances like blurred vision, double vision, dilation, cycloplegia, increased eye pressure
- ear pain, tinnitus, vertigo
- signs of cardiac disorders such as edema, hypertension, tachycardia and with an increased risk of arterial thrombotic events (e.g., myocardial infarction or stroke) along with palpitations and hypotension
- asthma, breathing difficulties, nasal stuffiness or congestion, sneezing, throat congestion
- signs of skin disorders such as swelling (edema) of face and body, skin reactions, including Lyell’s syndrome (toxic epidermal necrolysis) and stevens-johnson syndrome, excessive sweating, rash, photosensitivity reaction, itching and redness
- renal disorders such as allergic glomerulonephritis, acute interstitial nephritis, reduced or blood in urine, nephrotic syndrome, non-oliguric renal failure (particularly in dehydration), proteinuria, renal failure including renal papillary necrosis, urinary hesitancy, retention of urine
- fatigue, malaise, multi-organ failure, fever
- decreased sweating
- impotence (inability to keep erection)
- suppression of lactation
How To Manage Side Effects
Constipation
Take fiber rich foods in your diet such as fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grain cereals, and drink plenty of fluids. Exercise more regularly and stay active. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.
Diarrhea
Drink lots of fluids such as water to keep yourself hydrated. Try to avoid taking any medicine on your own to manage diarrhea and consult your doctor if the symptom gets worse.
Nausea And Vomiting
Try to take MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oil rich, fried or spicy foods. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.
Stomach Pain
Try to take rest and relax. Eat and drink slowly or try to have smaller and frequent meals. Keep a heat pad on your stomach. If the symptom does not improve, contact your doctor.
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
Consult your doctor
MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET should be used with caution in first and second trimester of pregnancy only if considered clearly necessary. MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET is strictly not recommended for use in third trimester of pregnancy as it can cause heart defects in the fetus (premature closure of heart duct), delay in onset of labour and increased bleeding tendency in mother. Consult your doctor before taking MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET.
Breastfeeding
Contraindicated
MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women due to increased risk of serious adverse reactions in nursing infants. If MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET therapy is essential to mother, breast-feeding must be discontinued during management period. Consult your doctor before taking MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET.
Driving and Using Machines
Use with Caution
Do not drive or operate any machines if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, visual disturbances or blurred vision after taking MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET.
Alcohol
Consult your doctor
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET because it might increase gastrointestinal bleeding, ulceration and perforation.
Kidney
Contraindicated
MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with pre-existing renal disease or obstructive uropathy or in patients with significantly impaired renal function. Consult your doctor before taking MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET.
Liver
Use with Caution
MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with impaired liver function. Consult your doctor before taking MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET.
Allergy
Contraindicated
Do not take MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET if you are allergic to Dicyclomine or Mefenamic acid or any other ingredients of this medicine.
Lungs
Contraindicated
MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with pre-existing asthma and aspirin-sensitive asthma. Consult your doctor before taking MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET.
Heart Disease
Consult your doctor
MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases (such as heart failure, hypertension) as well as increased heart rate conditions such as thyrotoxicosis, congestive heart failure and in cardiac surgery. MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET is not recommended for use in management of peri-operative pain in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. Consult your doctor before taking MESPAS 10/250MG TABLET.
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