Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Stelbid Spas 80mg/50mg Tablet
Stelbid Spas 80mg/50mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of abdominal pain. It works effectively to reduce abdominal pain, bloating, discomfort and cramps by relaxing the muscles of the stomach and gut. It also blocks certain chemical messengers that cause pain, inflammation and fever.
Stelbid Spas 80mg/50mg Tablet 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 diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, dryness in mouth, loss of appetite, feeling thirsty, and heartburn. 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 dizziness and drowsiness, 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 dizziness.
Earlier 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.
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. Stelbid Spas 80mg/50mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
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 Stelbid Spas
Diarrhea
Nausea
Vomiting
Dryness in mouth
Dizziness
Vertigo
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Hypotension (low blood pressure)
Tachycardia
Sweating
Constipation
Dyspepsia
Abdominal pain
Increased liver enzymes
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Stelbid Spas 80mg/50mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Stelbid Spas 80mg/50mg Tablet 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 Stelbid Spas 80mg/50mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Stelbid Spas 80mg/50mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Stelbid Spas 80mg/50mg Tablet may cause headaches, blurred vision, dizziness or drowsiness in some patients. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Stelbid Spas 80mg/50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Stelbid Spas 80mg/50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Stelbid Spas 80mg/50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Stelbid Spas 80mg/50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended in patients with liver disease if this medicine is to be taken for a long time.
FAQs:
What is Stelbid Spas 80mg/50mg Tablet used for?
Stelbid Spas 80mg/50mg Tablet is used in the treatment of abdominal pain. It works effectively to reduce abdominal pain, discomfort, and cramps by relaxing the muscles of the stomach and gut. It also blocks certain chemical messengers that cause pain, inflammation, and fever.
Can I take Stelbid Spas 80mg/50mg Tablet on an empty stomach?
Stelbid Spas 80mg/50mg Tablet is best taken with food to reduce the risk of stomach irritation or upset.
Are there any serious side effects of Stelbid Spas 80mg/50mg Tablet to watch for?
Although they are rare, serious side effects of Stelbid Spas 80mg/50mg Tablet may include stomach ulcers, bleeding, allergic reactions, dizziness, and increased liver enzymes. Stop taking, and contact a doctor if these symptoms occur.
Who should not take Stelbid Spas 80mg/50mg Tablet?
People should not take Stelbid Spas 80mg/50mg Tablet if they have allergies to any medicine present in it, an active peptic ulcer, severe liver or kidney impairment, heart failure, or bleeding disorders.
How long will it take to feel relief after taking Stelbid Spas 80mg/50mg Tablet?
The exact time Stelbid Spas 80mg/50mg Tablet takes to relieve pain is not known. However, you may notice pain relief effects within an hour, but follow your doctor's guidance on duration for best results.
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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