Mave SR 200 mg (Capsule (Sustained Release))
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Mebeverine hydrochloride |
| Company | Opsonin pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Symptomatic treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Chronic irritable colon
- Spastic constipation
- Mucous colitis
- Colicky abdominal pain
- Persistent non-specific diarrhoea
Description
Musculotropic antispasmodic agent used to relieve cramps or spasms of the stomach and intestine (gut). Particularly useful in treating irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and similar conditions. Works by relaxing the muscles and helping restore the normal movement of the gut.
Dosage & Administration
- Mebeverine Hydrochloride 135 mg tablet: 1 tablet 03 times daily
- Mebeverine Hydrochloride 200 mg capsule: 1 capsule 02 times daily
- Most effective when taken 20 minutes before meals. After several weeks when the desired effect has been obtained, the dosage may be gradually reduced.
- Missed dose: If a dose is missed, it should be taken as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Dose should not be doubled to compensate for the missed dose.
- Use in children: Not recommended for children under 10 years.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to the drug or any other ingredients.
Side Effects
Generally well tolerated. However, few side-effects like skin rash, urticaria, and angioedema may appear.
Pregnancy & Lactation
No teratogenicity shown in animal experiments. Precautions concerning drug administration during pregnancy should be exercised. Mebeverine does not excrete in breast milk after administering at therapeutic dose.
Precautions & Warnings
Caution should be exercised in porphyria or allergic reaction to this or any other medicine of this group.
Overdose Effects
On theoretical grounds, CNS excitability may occur in case of overdosage. No specific antidote is known: gastric lavage and symptomatic treatment recommended.
Therapeutic Class
Anticholinergics
Storage Conditions
Do not store above 30°C. Keep away from light and out of the reach of children.