Meteospasmyl Capsule 10 ‘S

Description

About 

{{Product}} belongs to the category of antispasmodics/antiflatulents which perform the main function of reducing uneasiness and bringing relaxation in the muscles that help decrease the muscle spasms near the stomach and intestines. {{Product}} can be used to treat gastrointestinal cramps, relieve painful digestion or periods as well as treat muscle spasms and abdominal pain commonly caused by IBS. 

{{Product}} is commonly available in the form of a tablet which comprises 300mg of alverine and 60mg of simethicone. {{Product}} is to be ingested with the help of water, preferably after a meal and as many times per day as advised by the doctor. {{Product}} is advised not to be consumed by pregnant or nursing women until highly necessary. 

{{Product}} can cause some common side effects such as nausea, headache, ash, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, hypotension, dizziness, and swelling of the face. Medicine can also cause some serious side effects that should be reported to a doctor right away such as jaundice, liver inflammation or liver disorders, urticaria, or hepatitis. 

Indications 

{{Product}} can be used to treat:

• Reduce intestinal gas 
• reduce/relieve painful digestion 
• Treat muscle spasms/ abdominal pain in irritable bowel syndrome
• Reduce gastrointestinal cramps 
•  

How To Use {{Product}}

Meteospasmyl Capsule 10 ‘S is to be ingested orally with water to help the tablet flow down the throat easily. It can be consumed with or without food and should not be chewed or crushed. Meteospasmyl Capsule 10 ‘S should be ingested only as directed by the medical expert. The medicine should be consumed daily if instructed by the doctor, preferably after a meal. 

How Does {{Product}} Work

{{Product}} belongs to the category of antispasmodics/ antiflatulents which perform the function of slowing down the movement and bringing relaxation to the muscles in the stomach and intestines which brings ease to the muscle spasm.

Dosage 

Child Dosage

{{Product}} is prescribed to be given to only children aged 12 or above. 1-2 tablets can be given 1-3 times a day

Adult Dosage 

Medicine is to be consumed 1-3 times a day depending on the condition of the patient, preferably after a meal. The dosage is decided by a medical expert. 

Pregnancy Use And Lactation 

{{Product}} is advised to be avoided during pregnancy and only consumed under the prescription of a doctor when considered highly essential. It can be analyzed whether it is imperative to be recommended to a patient by observing if the potential benefits outweigh the risks. 

{{Product}} should be avoided by the nursing mothers as it is not proven whether medicine is excreted into the breastmilk or not. It should only be consumed by nursing mothers under the supervision of a medical expert. 

Precautions 

The doctor should be informed about the following conditions before using Meteospasmyl Capsule 10 ‘S:

• Constipation 
• Abnormal vaginal bleeding 
• Difficulty passing urine 
• Pregnancy 
• Renal or hepatic impairment 
• Asthma 
• Heart disease 

Contraindications 

The doctor should be informed about the following/history of any of these before using {{Product}}:

• Intestinal obstruction 
• Paralytic ileus 
• Use of mineral oil-based laxative 

Interaction With Other Medicines 

• Levothyroxine 
• Liothyronine 

Adverse Effects 

Common Side Effects

• Headache 
• Shortness of breath 
• Difficulty breathing
• Swelling of face
• Dizziness 
• Hypotension 
• Nausea 
• rash

Rare Side Effects

• Liver inflammation
• Urticaria 
• Liver disorder 
• Jaundice 
• Hepatitis 

How To Cope-Up With Some Adverse Effects

Headaches- In which case make sure you rest and drink plenty of fluids. Avoid the use of alcohol. Take a prescribed painkiller. Consult your doctor if the headaches last longer than a week or are severe

Feeling nausea –Avoid eating rich or spicy food. It might help to take medication after food. If you’re sick, try drinking small, frequent sips of water.

Feeling dizzy-If the medication makes you feel dizzy or weak, stop what you’re doing and sit or lie down until you feel better, and do not rise too fast or immediately from a sitting or lying down position to a standing posture. Do not drive or use tools or machinery in case of any of these effects.

Skin Rash- can be eased by applying soothing and healing lotions or creams such as calamine lotion/cream. Apply a cold compress to the rash helps reduce itchiness and redness caused by the rash. An antihistamine (prescribed by a doctor) is also recommended as an effective way to combat any skin rash.

FAQ’s

Q1.HOW TO STORE Meteospasmyl Capsule 10 ‘S?

Meteospasmyl Capsule 10 ‘S is to be kept away from the reach of children, in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity as that tends to ruin certain drugs.

Q2. WHAT IF I TAKE TOO MUCH OF Meteospasmyl Capsule 10 ‘S?

An extra dose or two of Meteospasmyl Capsule 10 ‘S is not known to cause any harm but excess ingestion of Meteospasmyl Capsule 10 ‘S is a cause for concern and should be avoided and immediately reported to the doctor as it may lead to serious side effects such as fainting, breathlessness, and irregular heartbeats.

Q3. WHAT IF I MISS A DOSE OF Meteospasmyl Capsule 10 ‘S?

If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day. If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next dosage time or the next day, do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule.

Q4. HOW IS Meteospasmyl Capsule 10 ‘S SUPPOSED TO BE TAKEN?

Meteospasmyl Capsule 10 ‘S is supposed to be consumed orally with the help of water just as many times as instructed by the doctor. It can be taken with or without food.

Q5. CAN I DRIVE AFTER TAKING THIS MEDICATION?

Patients are allowed to drive and operate other heavy machinery while undergoing treatment with Meteospasmyl Capsule 10 ‘S.

Q6. WILL Meteospasmyl Capsule 10 ‘S AFFECT MY SEXUAL ACTIVITY?

No, there isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in libido.

Q7. WILL Meteospasmyl Capsule 10 ‘S AFFECT MY FERTILITY??

No, there isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in fertility.

Q8. Does Meteospasmyl Capsule 10 ‘S Cause Addiction?

No. This drug has shown no evidence to prove addiction of any kind in any patient.