Manufacturer: Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries
Salt Composition : Dicyclomine(10mg), Mefenamic Acid(250mg)
Biospas Plus 10mg/250mg 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.
Biospas Plus 10mg/250mg Tablet is a combination medicine that helps reduce pain and cramps during periods. It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms) and blocks the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation, thereby relieving cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort.
Dicyclomine is 79.5% eliminated in the urine and 8.4% in the feces. The mean plasma elimination half life is approximately 1.8 hours.Mefenamic acid is rapidly absorbed after oral administration. In two 500-mg single oral dose studies, the mean extent of absorption was 30.5 mcg/hr/mL (17%CV). The bioavailability of the capsule relative to an IV dose or an oral solution has not been studied.
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 Biospas Plus
Dizziness
Dryness in mouth
Blurred vision
Nausea
Sleepiness
Weakness
Nervousness
Hypersensitivity to Biospas Plus Tablet is a contraindication. In addition, Biospas Plus 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 Biospas Plus 10mg/250mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Biospas Plus 10mg/250mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of Biospas Plus 10mg/250mg 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 + Mefenamic Acid is a combination of two medicines: Dicyclomine and Mefenamic Acid.
If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Biospas Plus 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. Biospas Plus 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. Biospas Plus 10mg/250mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Biospas Plus 10mg/250mg 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 Biospas Plus 10mg/250mg Tablet to relieve menstrual pain (cramps) and abdominal pain.
Biospas Plus 10mg/250mg 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 Biospas Plus 10mg/250mg 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. Biospas Plus 10mg/250mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Q. Can Biospas Plus 10mg/250mg Tablet be taken with food?
It is advisable to take Biospas Plus 10mg/250mg Tablet with food or immediately after food since this medicine may cause stomach upset.
Q. Can Biospas Plus 10mg/250mg 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 Biospas Plus 10mg/250mg Tablet?
Biospas Plus 10mg/250mg Tablet is not prescribed to be taken on a regular basis. Therefore, it is advised to take Biospas Plus 10mg/250mg 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 Biospas Plus 10mg/250mg 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.
