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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 22, 2024 | 7:37 PM IST
Meb SR Capsule is used to treat inflammatory bowel syndrome (IBS), stomach pain due to spasms, cramps, and bloating. It contains Mebeverine, which stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms) and reduces abdominal pain caused due by spasms, cramps, and gas formation, bloating, and discomfort. In some cases, you may experience skin rash. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition :

MEBEVERINE-200MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Meb SR Capsule

Meb SR Capsule is a class of medicines called 'antispasmodic' (spasm and cramps reliever) agent primarily used to treat inflammatory bowel syndrome (IBS), stomach pain due to spasms, cramps, and bloating. Inflammatory bowel syndrome is an umbrella term describing complications that involve chronic inflammation of your digestive tract. Besides this, abdominal spasms are acute condition in which the abdominal muscles (abs), intestine, and stomach contract severely.

Meb SR Capsule contains ‘Mebeverine’ that works by blocking calcium channels and muscarinic receptors on the smooth muscle, which cause muscle contraction and pain sensation, thereby stopping sudden muscle contractions (spasms) and reducing abdominal pain caused due by spasms, cramps, and gas formation, bloating, and discomfort.

You are advised to take Meb SR Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical conditions. In some cases, you may experience skin rash. Most of the side effects of Meb SR Capsule do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. Please inform your doctor immediately if you experience difficulty in breathing, or swelling of the face, neck, lips, tongue, or throat.

If you are known to be allergic to Meb SR Capsule or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Meb SR Capsule . Meb SR Capsule is not recommended for children and adolescents below 18 years of age. Inform your doctor if you have porphyria (an enzyme deficiency in blood), heart, kidney, or liver problems, and severe constipation.  This medicine contains lactose and sucrose, so inform your doctor if you have an intolerance to any sugars. Let your doctor know if you use any prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking, including vitamins, before starting Meb SR Capsule .

Uses of Meb SR Capsule

Treatment of Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Stomach/Abdominal pain.

Medicinal Benefits

Meb SR Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called anti-spasmodic agents. Meb SR Capsule is used to reduce and relieve irritable bowel syndrome and abdominal spasmodic pain. Meb SR Capsule works by relieving contractions associated with smooth muscles of the abdomen and intestine. It may affect calcium channels, and muscarinic receptors on smooth muscle which cause pain sensation thereby stop sudden muscle contractions (spasms) and help to reduce abdominal pain caused due to spasms, cramps and gas formation, bloating, and discomfort.

Side Effects of Meb SR Capsule

  • Skin rash

Directions for Use

Take Meb SR Capsule 20-30minutes prior to food. Swallow Meb SR Capsule as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew or crush it. Depending on your medical condition, your doctor will decide how long you need to take Meb SR Capsule .

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Meb SR Capsule if you are allergic to ‘Mebeverine’ or any other contents present in it. If you have had a history of acute porphyria (an enzyme deficiency in blood), heart disease, kidney disease, liver problems, and severe constipation, consult your doctor before taking Meb SR Capsule .  Let your doctor know if you use any prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking, including vitamins, and herbal drugs before starting Meb SR Capsule . This medicine contains lactose, so inform your doctor if you have an intolerance to any sugars. Meb SR Capsule also contains propylene glycol, which may cause alcohol-like symptoms, and the methyl parahydroxybenzoate which may cause delayed allergic reactions, mainly affecting the skin, inform your doctor immediately if you experience any allergic symptoms. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Meb SR Capsule . Meb SR Capsule is not recommended for children and adolescents below 18 years of age.

Therapeutic Class

ANTISPASMODICS

Drug-Drug Interactions

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No Drug - Drug interactions found in our data. We may lack specific data on this medicine and are actively working to update our database. Consult your doctor for personalized advice

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat smaller meals more often.

  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption. Alcohol intake leads to increased production of stomach acid, thereby increases acidity and heartburn.

  • Maintain a healthy weight by regular exercising.

  • Avoid carbonated and caffeinated beverages.

  • Practice relaxation techniques and avoid stress by doing yoga or meditation.

  • Avoid foods such as high-fat food, spicy food, chocolates, citrus fruits, pineapple, tomato, onion, garlic, tea, and soda. 

  • Avoid deep-fried and spicy foods.

  • Foods containing probiotics may help in providing relief from gas and bloating.

Habit Forming

No

What if I have taken an overdose of Meb SR Capsule

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Meb SR Capsule as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
Other Info - MEB0010

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