Mespas Tablet

Composition of Mespas Tablet

Mespas Tablet contains Dicyclomine (10mg) + Mefenamic Acid (250mg). It belongs to the Antispasmodic and Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug class of medicines.

Uses of Mespas Tablet

Treatment of Menstrual pain Treatment of Abdominal cramp

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Menstrual pain Menstrual pain occurs due to uterine contractions and inflammation during periods. Mespas Tablet works by relaxing the uterine muscles and reducing pain-causing chemical messengers in the body. This helps relieve cramps
• pain
• bloating
• and discomfort during menstruation
• making periods more manageable. In Treatment of Abdominal cramp Abdominal cramps can occur due to muscle spasms in the stomach and intestines. Mespas Tablet relaxes smooth muscles and reduces pain and inflammation. This helps relieve cramping
• discomfort
• and spasms. It improves comfort and supports better daily functioning. Show More

How Mespas Tablet works

Mespas Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Dicyclomine and Mefenamic Acid. Dicyclomine is an anticholinergic that works by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and intestines. It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby relieving cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort. Mefenamic Acid is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation. Together, these medicines help relieve menstrual cramps and stomach cramps.

How to take Mespas 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. Mespas Tablet should be taken with or after food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Mespas Tablet, 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.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause a racing heart, confusion, blurred vision and difficulty passing urine. It can cause stomach bleeding, kidney failure, drowsiness and fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Mespas Tablet

Most side effects of Mespas are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• 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 you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Mespas Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Severe abdominal pain, particularly with fever or vomiting, needs a doctor rather than a painkiller or antispasmodic. May cause blurred vision and drowsiness — do not drive until you know how it affects you. Tell your doctor if you have glaucoma, an enlarged prostate or difficulty passing urine. Take it with or just after food, and for the shortest time that works. Stop and seek urgent care for black or tarry stools, vomiting blood, or severe stomach pain — this group can cause bleeding from the stomach. Long or high-dose use raises the risk of heart attack, stroke and kidney injury, particularly in older people and those already at risk. Avoid if you are dehydrated or have an illness with vomiting or loose motions — the kidneys are vulnerable then. Must be avoided in the last three months of pregnancy.

Do not take Mespas if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with glaucoma, urinary retention, or a blockage of the gut. Not for people with an active stomach ulcer, severe kidney or heart failure, or asthma triggered by aspirin or anti-inflammatory painkillers. Not in the third trimester of pregnancy.

Interactions with other medicines

Adds to the dry mouth, constipation and drowsiness caused by antihistamines and some antidepressants. Combining with a blood thinner or aspirin sharply raises the bleeding risk. Reduces the effect of blood pressure medicines and water tablets, and together with them can harm the kidneys. Never take two anti-inflammatory painkillers at the same time.

How to store Mespas Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Mespas Tablet

Mespas Tablet is used to relieve abdominal cramps and menstrual pain. Take Mespas Tablet with food to reduce stomach irritation. Mespas Tablet may cause dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision, or difficulty concentrating. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how it affects you. Avoid alcohol while taking Mespas Tablet, as it may increase drowsiness and stomach-related side effects. Do not combine Mespas Tablet with other NSAID painkillers unless advised by your doctor. Dry mouth may occur; frequent mouth rinsing, hydration, or sugar-free gum may help. This medicine may cause either constipation or diarrhea in some people. Consult your doctor if symptoms become severe or persistent. Drink enough fluids, especially if you have cramps or diarrhea. Stop taking Mespas Tablet and seek urgent medical help if you notice black stools, vomit blood, or have severe stomach pain. Seek medical advice if abdominal pain is severe, persistent, or associated with fever, vomiting, or blood in stools. Inform your doctor if you have glaucoma, urinary retention, enlarged prostate, or bowel obstruction before taking Mespas Tablet. Stop using Mespas Tablet and seek medical help if allergic reactions such as rash, swelling, or breathing difficulty occur. Use Mespas Tablet only for the duration advised by your doctor. Do not use it for long periods without medical advice.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

EAST WEST PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

PAIN ANALGESICS

Drug class:

Antispasmodic and Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug