Biospas 10mg/500mg/250mg Tablet


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Invision Medi Sciences Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient Dicyclomine (10mg) + Paracetamol (500mg) + Mefenamic Acid (250mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassGASTRO INTESTINAL
User Rating4.1
User Reviews550

FAQ

Question
What if you forget to take Biospas Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Biospas 10mg/500mg/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.
Answer

Biospas 10mg/500mg/250mg Tablet Reviews

Biospas 10mg/500mg/250mg is a combination medicine used in the treatment of abdominal cramps. It works effectively to reduce abdominal pain and cramps by relaxing the muscles of the stomach and gut. It also blocks certain chemical messengers that cause pain and fever.

Biospas 10mg/500mg/250mg is taken with food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, heartburn, loss of appetite, indigestion, dryness in mouth, blurred vision, weakness, diarrhea, and nervousness. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It may also cause sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

How Biospas 10mg/500mg/250mg Tablet Works

Biospas 10mg/500mg/250mg is a combination of three medicines: Dicyclomine, Paracetamol and Mefenamic Acid which relieve abdominal pain. Dicyclomine is an anticholinergic. It works by relaxing the muscles in your stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms). By doing this, it relieves cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort. Paracetamol is an antipyretic (fever reducer) and Mefenamic Acid acid is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). They work by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

How to Use Biospas 10mg/500mg/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. Biospas 10mg/500mg/250mg is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Biospas 10mg/500mg/250mg Tablet

  • In Abdominal cramp: Biospas 10mg/500mg/250mg effectively relieves sudden muscle spasms or contractions in the stomach and intestine (gut), thereby relaxing the muscles and improving movement of food. This helps to treat abdominal cramps, as well as abdominal pain (or stomach pain), bloating and discomfort. Take a fiber-rich diet, avoid oily or spicy food and drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated. Eventually, it will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

Uses of Biospas 10mg/500mg/250mg Tablet

  • Abdominal cramp

Biospas 10mg/500mg/250mg Tablet Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Kidney  CAUTION
Biospas 10mg/500mg/250mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Biospas 10mg/500mg/250mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Biospas 10mg/500mg/250mg is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Biospas 10mg/500mg/250mg may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol  UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Biospas 10mg/500mg/250mg.
Liver  CAUTION
Biospas 10mg/500mg/250mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Biospas 10mg/500mg/250mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Driving  UNSAFE
Biospas 10mg/500mg/250mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Biospas 10mg/500mg/250mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Quick Tips

  • Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
  • You have been prescribed Biospas 10mg/500mg/250mg to relieve abdominal pain.
  • Stick to simple meals and avoid spicy rich food in order to avoid feeling sick (nausea).
  • If you get diarrhea while taking this medicine, consult your doctor immediately.
  • If you develop any new symptoms, or if your symptoms get worse, make an appointment to see your doctor for further advice.
  • Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within two hours of taking Biospas 10mg/500mg/250mg.

References

  1. Dicyclomine. Birmingham, Alabama: Axcan Scandipharm Inc.; 2005.
  2. Mefenamic Acid. 2008 [revised Mar. 2007].

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