Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR
Overspa MB 200mg 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.
Overspa MB 200mg 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. Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR is to be taken 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 Overspa MB
Weaking
Skin rash
Angioedema (swelling of deeper layers of skin)
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. Caution is advised in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. Caution is advised in patients with severe liver disease.
FAQs:
What is Overspa MB 200mg 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 Overspa MB 200mg 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 Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR be used for period pain?
Overspa MB 200mg 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 Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR with buscopan?
Buscopan contains butylscopolamine which is also an antispasmodic like Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR. Taking Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR and buscopan together will provide added effect, but can cause additive side-effects. Consult your doctor before taking Overspa MB 200mg 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 Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR with Imodium/Loperamide?
There are no known serious drug interactions between Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR and Imodium/ Loperamide. Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on mebeverine
Can I take Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR with paracetamol/ Co codamol?
There are no known serious drug interactions between Overspa MB 200mg 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 Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR with antibiotics?
There are no known serious drug interactions between Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR and antibiotics. Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR
Is Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR a laxative?
No, Overspa MB 200mg 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 Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR help constipation or stop diarrhea?
Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR may cause constipation; however, it has no known effects on stopping diarrhea
Does Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR reduce bloating?
Affirmative, Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR reduces all symptoms of inflammatory bowel syndrome such as abdominal cramps, pain, gas, and bloating
Does Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR affect pill/contraceptive pill?
No, there are no known interactions between Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR and contraceptive pills. Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR
Is Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR a prescription /over the counter medicine?
Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR is available over the counter. However, do not self-medicate and consult your doctor about your symptoms before taking Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR
How long can I take Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR for?
Take Overspa MB 200mg Capsule PR as directed by your doctor.
Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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