Manufacturer: Anglo-French Drugs & Industries Ltd
Salt Composition : Dicyclomine(10mg), Mefenamic Acid(250mg)
Strip of 10 Tablet
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Anglospas Forte 10 mg/250 mg Tablet should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. The dose and duration will depend on what you are using it for and how well it helps your symptoms. Use it regularly and do not discontinue using it until the doctor tells you.
It may cause some common side effects like dizziness, dryness in the mouth, blurred vision, nausea, and sleepiness. If you experience any of such side effects that do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the side effects. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms.
Before using the medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems, or if you are taking any other medicines. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should also consult their doctors before using the medicine.
Anglospas Forte 10 mg/250 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Dicyclomine and Mefenamic Acid. Dicyclomine is an anticholinergic which works by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby relieving cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort. Mefenamic Acid is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause abdominal pain and inflammation (swelling). Together, they relieve menstrual cramps and stomach cramps.
Dicyclomine is an antimuscarinic agent used to treat IBS. Dicyclomine is a muscarinic M1, M3, and M2 receptor antagonist as well as a non-competitive inhibitor of histamine and bradykinin used to treat spasms of the intestines seen in functional bowel disorder and irritable bowel syndrome.Mefenamic acid is rapidly absorbed after oral administration. Mefenamic acid undergoes metabolism by CYP2C9 to 3-hydroxymethyl mefenamic acid, and further oxidation to a 3-carboxymefenamic acid may occur. The activity of these metabolites has not been studied. Mefenamic acid is also glucuronidated directly.
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
Common side effects of Anglospas Forte
Dizziness
Dryness in mouth
Blurred vision
Nausea
Sleepiness
Weakness
Nervousness
Hypersensitivity to Anglospas Forte Tablet is a contraindication. In addition, Anglospas Forte Tablet should not be used if you have the following conditions:
Breastfeeding
Coronary artery bypass graft surgery
Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Hypersensitivity
Infants less than 6 months of age
Inflammatory bowel disease
Myasthenia gravis
Newborn
Nursing mothers
Information regarding the use of Anglospas Forte 10 mg/250 mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Anglospas Forte 10 mg/250 mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of Anglospas Forte 10 mg/250 mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Dicyclomine+Mefenamic Acid is used in the treatment of menstrual pain and abdominal pain. It relieves colicky pain associated with intestinal, biliary, and ureteric colic.Dicyclomine is an anticholinergic which works by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby relieving cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort. Mefenamic Acid is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause abdominal pain and inflammation (swelling). Together, they relieve menstrual cramps and colicky pain.
If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Anglospas Forte Tablet may change. This may increase your risk for side-effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are using, so that you doctor can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Anglospas Forte Tablet may interact with the following drugs and products:
Amantadine
Antacids
Antidiabetic medications
Antihistamines
Benzodiazepines
Captopril
Ciclosporin
Corticosteroids
Digoxin
Enalapril
Do not chew, crush or break it. Anglospas Forte 10 mg/250 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Anglospas Forte 10 mg/250 mg 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.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
You have been prescribed Anglospas Forte 10 mg/250 mg Tablet to relieve menstrual pain (cramps) and abdominal pain.
Anglospas Forte 10 mg/250 mg Tablet should preferably be taken with food.
If you get diarrhea while taking this medicine, stop taking it and consult your doctor.
Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
It may cause dizziness, drowsiness or visual disturbances. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Anglospas Forte 10 mg/250 mg Tablet as it can cause excessive drowsiness and increase your risk of stomach problems.
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. Anglospas Forte 10 mg/250 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Q. Can Anglospas Forte 10 mg/250 mg Tablet be taken with food?
It is advisable to take Anglospas Forte 10 mg/250 mg Tablet with food or immediately after food since this medicine may cause stomach upset.
Q. Can Anglospas Forte 10 mg/250 mg Tablet stop menstruation?
No, Mefspas does not have any effect on menstrual bleeding, neither does it affect the amount nor the duration of bleeding. It does not affect the menstrual cycle and helps relieve the pain caused due to menstrual cramps.
Q. How long should I take Anglospas Forte 10 mg/250 mg Tablet?
Anglospas Forte 10 mg/250 mg Tablet is not prescribed to be taken on a regular basis. Therefore, it is advised to take Anglospas Forte 10 mg/250 mg Tablet for the shortest possible time advised by the doctor or only when you experience menstrual pain.
Q. Is there any harm if I drive after taking the medicine?
Yes, you should try to avoid driving after taking Anglospas Forte 10 mg/250 mg Tablet as this medicine may cause dizziness or sleepiness. These side effects get worse with the consumption of alcohol. Hence, better to avoid driving or any attention-seeking activity until you know how the medicine affects you.
