Mebeverine Hydrochloride

Mebeverine Hydrochloride is a antispasmodic medicine available in Bangladesh under many brand names. Below are its uses, dosage, side effects and precautions — and all brands with their current prices.

• Symptomatic relief of abdominal pain and cramps associated with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
• Relief of intestinal spasm and related symptoms such as bloating or bowel discomfort when a doctor considers it appropriate.

Adults should take Mebeverine Hydrochloride exactly as prescribed. Immediate-release tablets or capsules are commonly taken before meals, while sustained-release capsules are usually taken less often according to the product and prescription. Do not crush or chew sustained-release capsules. The exact dose, timing, and duration should be decided by the prescribing doctor based on symptoms and the dosage form used.

• Usually well tolerated; some people may experience nausea, indigestion, headache, dizziness, or mild stomach discomfort.
• Allergic skin reactions such as rash, itching, or hives may occur.
• Serious but rare reactions include swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, breathing difficulty, or severe allergy; seek urgent medical help if these occur.

Use with caution and seek medical advice if symptoms are new, severe, worsening, associated with fever, vomiting, blood in stool, unexplained weight loss, persistent diarrhoea, anaemia, or if you are over 40 with a first episode of IBS-like symptoms. People with suspected bowel obstruction or serious gut disease should not self-medicate. Use under a registered doctor's or pharmacist's guidance.

• No major clinically important drug interactions are well established for Mebeverine Hydrochloride.
• Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines, and herbal products you use.
• Alcohol has no specific proven interaction with Mebeverine Hydrochloride, but it may worsen IBS symptoms in some people.

• Do not use if you are allergic to mebeverine or any ingredient of the product.
• Do not use without medical assessment if bowel obstruction or paralytic ileus is suspected.
• Use in children and adolescents should only be if specifically advised by a doctor, as some formulations are not recommended for younger patients.

Pregnant or breastfeeding women should use Mebeverine Hydrochloride only if a doctor decides it is necessary. Safety information in pregnancy and lactation is limited, so the expected benefit should be weighed against possible risks.

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date, and follow the storage instructions on the product pack.