Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg Tablet


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Advira Technomanagement Private Limited
Active Ingredient Dicyclomine (10mg) + Mefenamic Acid (250mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassPAIN ANALGESICS
User Rating4.1
User Reviews630

FAQ

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Can Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg be taken with food?
It is advisable to take Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg with food or immediately after food since this medicine may cause stomach upset.
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Is there any harm if I drive after taking the medicine?
Yes, you should try to avoid driving after taking Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg as this medicine may cause dizziness or sleepiness. These side effects get worse with the consumption of alcohol. Hence, better to avoid driving or any attention-seeking activity until you know how the medicine affects you.
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Can Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg stop menstruation?
No, Mefspas does not have any effect on menstrual bleeding, neither does it affect the amount nor the duration of bleeding. It does not affect the menstrual cycle and helps relieve the pain caused due to menstrual cramps.
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How long should I take Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg?
Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg is not prescribed to be taken on a regular basis. Therefore, it is advised to take Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg for the shortest possible time advised by the doctor or only when you experience menstrual pain.
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What if you forget to take Advimef Spas Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg Tablet Reviews

Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg is a prescription medicine that helps to provide symptomatic relief from menstrual (period-related) pain and cramps. It is also used to treat abdominal pain by relieving spasms of the muscles in the stomach and intestines.

Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. The dose and duration will depend on what you are using it for and how well it helps your symptoms. Use it regularly and do not discontinue using it until the doctor tells you.

It may cause some common side effects like dizziness, dryness in the mouth, blurred vision, nausea, diarrhea, headache, and sleepiness. If you experience any of such side effects that do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the side effects. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms.

Before using the medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems, or if you are taking any other medicines. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should also consult their doctors before using the medicine.

How Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg Tablet Works

Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg is a combination of two medicines: Dicyclomine and Mefenamic Acid. Dicyclomine is an anticholinergic which works by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby relieving cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort. Mefenamic Acid is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause abdominal pain and inflammation (swelling). Together, they relieve menstrual cramps and stomach cramps.

How to Use Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg Tablet

  • In Treatment of Abdominal cramp: Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg gives relief from abdominal pain and cramps. It works best if they are used when the first signs of pain occur. It relaxes the muscles in the stomach and intestine and stops sudden muscle contractions or spasms. Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg also blocks the activity of certain chemicals that causes pain. Take it as prescribed by the doctor for maximum benefits.
  • In Treatment of Menstrual pain: Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg is a combination medicine that helps reduce pain and cramps during periods. It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms) and blocks the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation, thereby relieving cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort. This medicine does not affect the amount or the duration of menstrual bleeding. Take this medicine as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.

Uses of Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg Tablet

  • Treatment of Abdominal cramp
  • Treatment of Menstrual pain

Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg Tablet Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Liver  CAUTION
Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol  CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney  CAUTION
Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Quick Tips

  • It may cause dizziness, drowsiness or visual disturbances. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg as it can cause excessive drowsiness and increase your risk of stomach problems.
  • You have been prescribed Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg to relieve menstrual pain (cramps) and abdominal pain.
  • Advimef Spas 10mg/250mg should preferably be taken with food.
  • Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
  • If you get diarrhea while taking this medicine, stop taking it and consult your doctor.

References

  1. Mefenamic Acid and Dicyclomine Hydrochloride [Package Insert]. Mumbai, India: Blue Cross Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.; 2015.
  2. ScienceDirect. Mefenamic Acid.
  3. Mefenamic Acid. 2008 [revised Mar. 2007].
  4. Dicyclomine. Birmingham, Alabama: Axcan Scandipharm Inc.; 2005.

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