MEFTAL SPAS SUSP

Overview

MEFTAL SPAS SUSP is a Schedule H drug.

MEFTAL SPAS SUSP is composed of: SIMETHICONE (40 MG), DICYCLOMINE (10 MG)

Simethicone is used to relieve symptoms of extra gas caused by air swallowing or certain foods/infant formulas. Simethicone helps break up gas bubbles in the gut.Simethicone is an antifoaming medicine. It disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.Simethicone treat the symptoms of gas such as uncomfortable or painful pressure, fullness, and bloating.

Dicyclomine relieves spasms of the muscles in the stomach and intestines. Dicyclomine is used to treat functional bowel or irritable bowel syndrome. Dicyclomine is used in the treatment of abdominal pain.Dicyclomine works by relaxing the muscles in your stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms). In doing this, it relieves cramps, pain, bloating,   and discomfort.Dicyclomine is a prescription medication used to treat irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). This medication belongs to a group of drugs called anticholinergic agents. It relieves intestinal spasms by blocking muscarinic receptors in the digestive tract.

Usage

SIMETHICONE is generally used to treat: Gas, Flatulence, Stomach Pain
SIMETHICONE can address symptoms like: Increased Passing Gas, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Abdomen Pain

DICYCLOMINE is generally used to treat: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
DICYCLOMINE can address symptoms like: Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Abdomen Pain

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

MEFTAL SPAS SUSP is generally taken After Food.

Precautions for MEFTAL SPAS SUSP and its Constituents

• You should not use this medication if you are allergic to simethicone.
• The liquid form may contain phenylalanine. Talk to your doctor before using this form of simethicone if you have phenylketonuriaUse exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
• Do not take more of this medication than is directed.
• Simethicone works best if you take it after meals and at bedtime.
• The simethicone chewable tablet must be chewed before swallowing.
• Measure liquid medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
• Simethicone liquid drops can be mixed with water, baby formula, or other liquids to make swallowing easier for an infant or child.
• Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other stomach medicine or antacid.

•  This medication may impair your thinking or alertness. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.
•  Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather. Dicyclomine can decrease your sweating, which can lead to heat stroke in a hot environment.
•  Avoid taking alcohol as it can increase certain side effects of dicyclomine.
• Stop using dicyclomine and call your doctor right away if you have serious side effects such as confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior, fast or uneven heart rate, or if you urinate less than usual or not at all.
• You should not take this medication if you are allergic to dicyclomineTake exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.Dicyclomine is usually taken 4 times each day. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results.Take this medicine with a full glass of water.

Symptoms of Overdosage

DICYCLOMINE over-dosage can result in: Eyes Enlarged (dilated) Pupils, Difficulty Breathing, Fever, Dizziness, Difficulty Swallowing, Mood Swings, Irregular Heartbeat, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Fainting

Common Side-Effects

SIMETHICONE : Diarrhoea, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Hives, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Body Burning Sensation
DICYCLOMINE : Dizziness, Asthenia, Fever, Tachycardia, Dry Skin, Dry Mouth, Nausea, Nervousness, Eyes Blurred Vision, Drowsiness, Weakness (generalized)

Serious Side-Effects

SIMETHICONE : Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Swollen Lips, Swollen Tongue
DICYCLOMINE : Dry Skin, Hallucination, Irregular Heartbeat, Decreased Sweating, Irregular Heartbeat, Slurred Speech, Mood Swings, Confusion

Rare Side-Effects

SIMETHICONE : Dizziness
DICYCLOMINE : Anorexia Nervosa, Constipation, Skin Rash, Dysuria, Itchy Skin, Dizziness, Head Headache, Face Swelling, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

DICYCLOMINE can interfere with: Glaucoma, Tardive Dyskinesia, Diarrhoea, Hemorrhage, Reflux Esophagitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Coronary Artery Disease, Psychosis, Hyperthyroidism, Hypertension, Fever

Technical Classification

SIMETHICONE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS GI AGENTS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS
DICYCLOMINE is categorized as: ANTICHOLINERGICS/ANTISPASMODICS / FUNCTIONAL BOWEL DISORDER AGENTS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

SOS	81%
3 Times Daily	7%
Every 6hrs	5%

What was the Dosage Advised?

5ml	53%
7.5ml	10%
2.5ml	7%
8ml	6%
3.5ml	4%
4ml	4%
3ml	4%
7ml	4%

How long was it prescribed?

2 Days	45%
3 Days	23%
5 Days	13%
1 Days	9%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

Below 5yrs	44%
5 to 12yrs	52%
12 to 18yrs	2%
18 to 35yrs	1%
35 to 50yrs	1%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females

44%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Pediatrician	83%
Pediatric Gastroenterologist	6%
Gastroenterologist	5%
Neonatologist	3%
Physician	1%
Orthopaedist	1%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

EMESET SYR	22%
RANTAC SYP	14%
JUNIOR LANZOL 15MG TAB	13%
CROCIN DS- SUSP	13%
ORS PWD	13%
ENTEROGERMINA CAP	13%
LAXOPEG 17 GM SACH	11%

Most common Home Remedies advised along-side?

Follow diet as advised (Diet)

12%

Available Alternatives for MEFTAL SPAS SUSP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

BRENUM 10MG/40MG DPS	INR 19.17 for 10 ML DROP	SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG
COLICSPAM 10MG/40MG DPS	INR 25 for 10 ML DROP	SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG
COLICSPAM 10MG/40MG SUSP	INR 32 for 60 ML SUSPENSION	SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG
COLINOL 10MG/40MG SUSP	INR 28.9 for 30 ML SUSPENSION	SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG
COLIXIN 10MG/40MG DPS	INR 20 for 15 ML DROP	SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG
COLIZA 10MG/40MG SYP	INR 32.66 for 30 ML SYRUP	SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG
COLIZA D 10MG/40MG SUSP	INR 32.65 for 30 ML SUSPENSION	SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG
CYCLON ORAL DPS	INR 18.72 for 10 ML ORAL DROPS	SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG
CYCLOPAM 10MG/40MG SUSP	INR 65 for 60 ML SUSPENSION	SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG
CYCLOPAM 10ML DPS	INR 35 for 10 ML DROP	SIMETHICONE 40 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10 MG
DECOLIC 10MG/40MG DPS	INR 24 for 10 ML DROP	SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG
DECOLIC 10MG/40MG SUSP	INR 24 for 30 ML SUSPENSION	SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG
DECOLIC INFANT 10MG/40MG DPS	INR 36.57 for 15 ML DROP	SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG
DELPOCALM 10MG/40MG DPS	INR 36 for 10 ML DROP	SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG
DELPOCALM 10MG/40MG SUSP	INR 40 for 30 ML SUSPENSION	SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG
MEFTAL SPAS SUSP	INR 32 for 30 ML SYRUP	SIMETHICONE 40 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10 MG
MEGASPAS 10MG/40MG DPS	INR 36.5 for 30 ML DROP	SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG
PASAM 10MG/40MG DPS	INR 26 for 10 ML DROP	SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG
PIPCOL 10MG/40MG DPS	INR 21 for 10 ML DROP	SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG
SPAZOF 10MG/40MG DPS	INR 26.66 for 15 ML DROP	SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG
SPAZOF 10MG/40MG SUSP	INR 42.67 for 60 ML SUSPENSION	SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

BRAND.NAME SUSP	INR 72 for 200 ML SUSPENSION	MAGNESIUM 400.0 MG, ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 400.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 5.0 MG
CENTWIN 20MG/500MG/40MG INJ	INR 2.92 for 2 ML INJECTION	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG
CENTWIN 20MG/500MG/40MG TAB	INR 10.9 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG
CLOMIN DPS	INR 21.71 for 15 ML DROP	DICYCLOMINE , SIMETHICONE
COLIGON O TAB	INR 34.5 for 10 TABLETS	MAGALDRATE 400.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 25.0 MG, OXETACAINE 10.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG
COLIP DPS	INR 25 for 10 ML DROP	SIMETHICONE , DICYCLOMINE
COLIP SUSP	INR 32 for 30 ML SUSPENSION	SIMETHICONE , DICYCLOMINE
COLIXIN MPS 20MG/500MG/40MG TAB	INR 13.45 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG
DECOLIC INFANT DPS	INR 38 for 10 ML DROP	DICYCLOMINE , SIMETHICONE
ENTEROZOL TAB	INR 37.22 for 10 TABLETS	DILOXANIDE 375.0 MG, TINIDAZOLE 300.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 25.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 5.0 MG
MAGNATE D DPS	INR 33.63 for 30 ML DROP	SIMETHICONE , DICYCLOMINE , MAGALDRATE
MAGNATE D SYP	INR 90 for 200 ML SYRUP	MAGALDRATE 480.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG, OXETACAINE 10.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG
MAGNATE P 5MG/300MG/25MG SYP	INR 65 for 100 ML SYRUP	MAGALDRATE 300.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 25.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 5.0 MG
MEFTAL SPAS DPS	INR 31 for 10 ML DROP	SIMETHICONE 40 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20 MG
NICOSPAS 20MG/500MG DPS	INR 27.45 for 15 ML DROP	SIMETHICONE 500.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG
SPASMOL 20MG/500MG SUSP	INR 45.12 for 30 ML SUSPENSION	SIMETHICONE 500.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG
SPEUCID FORTE TAB	INR 34 for 10 TABLETS	MAGALDRATE 540.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 25.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG, OXETACAINE 5.0 MG