Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Colospa retard Capsule PR
Colospa retard Capsule PR is a prescription medicine used to treat and relieve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome such as stomach pain and spasm, cramps in the abdomen, gas, bloating, and changes in bowel habits. This medicine relaxes muscles of the intestine and relieves spasms.
Colospa retard Capsule PR should be taken in a dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It is swallowed whole with a drink of water preferably 20 minutes before a meal to relieve or reduce post-meal symptoms. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this 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. Remember following lifestyle modifications like having a fiber-rich diet, increase fluid intake and regular exercise can help you to get better results.
This medicine has very less or minimal side effects but it may cause skin rash, fainting, or angioedema sometimes. Be cautious as it is important to stop the medication and inform the doctor if you encounter difficulty in breathing or swelling of the face, neck, tongue, or throat.
Earlier taking this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you have liver and kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Employ it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Colospa retard Capsule PR is to be taken on an empty stomach.
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if youβre worried about them
Ordinary side effects of Colospa
Weaking
Skin rash
Angioedema (swelling of deeper layers of skin)
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Colospa retard Capsule PR does not usually cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Colospa retard Capsule PR during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Colospa retard Capsule PR during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Colospa retard Capsule PR does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Colospa retard Capsule PR is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended. Caution is advised in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Colospa retard Capsule PR is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended. Caution is advised in patients with severe liver disease.
FAQs:
What is Colospa retard Capsule PR/Colospa/Colospa retard/ Mebaspa/Mebiz-SR/Morease used for?
Colospa/Colospa retard/ Mebaspa/Mebiz-SR/Morease are all trade name for the active medicine Colospa retard Capsule PR. It is mainly used to treat and relieve symptoms of inflammatory bowel syndrome such as cramps in the abdomen, pain, gas, bloating and changes in bowel habits
Can Colospa retard Capsule PR be used for period pain?
Colospa retard Capsule PR mainly acts on the smooth muscles of the intestine. Hence, it is used to relieve cramps or spasms of the stomach and intestines (gut). It is particularly useful in treating irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and similar conditions. It is not known whether it can be used for period pain
Can I take Colospa retard Capsule PR with buscopan?
Buscopan contains butylscopolamine which is also an antispasmodic like Colospa retard Capsule PR. Taking Colospa retard Capsule PR and buscopan together will provide added effect, but can cause additive side-effects. Consult your doctor before taking Colospa retard Capsule PR and buscopan together
Can I take mebeverine with Omeprazole/Lansoprazole?
There are no known serious drug interactions between mebeverine and omeprazole/lansoprazole. Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on mebeverine
Can I take Colospa retard Capsule PR with Imodium/Loperamide?
There are no known serious drug interactions between Colospa retard Capsule PR and Imodium/ Loperamide. Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on mebeverine
Can I take Colospa retard Capsule PR with paracetamol/ Co codamol?
There are no known serious drug interactions between Colospa retard Capsule PR and paracetamol and co codamol preparation which contains codeine with paracetamol. Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on mebeverine
Can I take Colospa retard Capsule PR with antibiotics?
There are no known serious drug interactions between Colospa retard Capsule PR and antibiotics. Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on Colospa retard Capsule PR
Is Colospa retard Capsule PR a laxative?
No, Colospa retard Capsule PR is not a laxative; it belongs to a group of medicines called antispasmodics. It acts as a direct relaxant of the smooth muscles of the gut and relieves painfull contractions
Does Colospa retard Capsule PR help constipation or stop diarrhea?
Colospa retard Capsule PR may cause constipation; however, it has no known effects on stopping diarrhea
Does Colospa retard Capsule PR reduce bloating?
Affirmative, Colospa retard Capsule PR reduces all symptoms of inflammatory bowel syndrome such as abdominal cramps, pain, gas, and bloating
Does Colospa retard Capsule PR affect pill/contraceptive pill?
No, there are no known interactions between Colospa retard Capsule PR and contraceptive pills. Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on Colospa retard Capsule PR
Is Colospa retard Capsule PR a prescription /over the counter medicine?
Colospa retard Capsule PR is available over the counter. However, do not self-medicate and consult your doctor about your symptoms before taking Colospa retard Capsule PR
How long can I take Colospa retard Capsule PR for?
Take Colospa retard Capsule PR as directed by your doctor.
Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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