Merispas, Dicyclomine/ Mefenamic Acid

Merispas is used for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome. Merispas works to slow down the movements in the gut by relaxing the muscles to allow easier absorption of food.

Merispas

Dicyclomine/ Mefenamic Acid

Merispas

10

Unimarck Healthcare

Tablets

Dicyclomine 20 mg / Mefenamic Acid 250 mg

Dicyclomine

Uses

Dicyclomine is used in the treatment of abdominal pain, it is used to relieve cramps in the stomach and intestines

How it Works

Dicyclomine is known as a anticholinergics/antispasmodic drug.Dicyclomine works by the natural movements of the stomach and intestines and by relaxing the muscles.

Common Side effects

Patients who take Dicyclomine may suffer from such side effects;

Nausea,
Sleepiness,
Blurred vision,
Dry mouth,
Nervousness,
Dizziness,
Weakness

Mefenamic Acid

Uses

Mefenamic Acid is used for the treatment of fever, arthralgia, myalgia, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, post operative pain and pain during menstruation.

How it Works

Mefenamic acid is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Mefenamic acid works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body. Mefenamic acid works by blocking the effect of natural chemicals called cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes. These enzymes help to make other chemicals in the body, called prostaglandins. Some prostaglandins are produced at sites of injury or damage, and cause pain and inflammation. Mefenamic acid works by blocking the effect of COX enzymes, fewer prostaglandins are produced, which causes pain and inflammation to be eased.

Common Side effects

Some of the potential side effects of Mefenamic Acid can include the symptoms below;

Bloody urine,
Increased thirst,
Indigestion,
Itching skin,
Loss of appetite,
Bloody, black, or tarry stools,
Decreased frequency or amount of urine,
Heartburn,
Increased bleeding,
Increased blood pressure,
Lower back or side pain,
Nausea,
Pale skin.

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