Is mebeverine the same as mebeverine hydrochloride?
However, both contain the same active ingredient, mebeverine hydrochloride. This is a type of medicine known as an antispasmodic or smooth muscle relaxant, which works by relaxing the muscles in the wall of the intestines and gut, to help control spasms and relieve cramping.
What are mebeverine hydrochloride capsules for?
Mebeverine hydrochloride is a type of medicine known as an antispasmodic. It helps with muscle spasms. It can be used to ease painful stomach cramps if you have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or other conditions. Mebeverine comes as tablets or slow-release capsules (also called modified release).
How do you take mebeverine 200 mg?
If you have been supplied with 200 mg capsules (Colofac® MR brand): take one capsule twice daily, one in the morning and one in the evening. Try to take the capsules about 20 minutes before a meal and swallow each dose with a small glassful of water (at least 100 ml).
What is the difference between Colofac and mebeverine?
Mebeverine is exactly the same as Colofac as it has the same active ingredient — Colofac is just the same drug manufactured under a different name (brand). Same goes for Duspatalin (US brand) — it’s just another name for the same drug.
Can you buy Mebeverine tablets over the counter?
It is an antispasmodic drug used to treat the symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). It is available on prescription and over the counter at certain pharmacies. The branded version is called Colofac. The active ingredient is mebeverine hydrochloride.
Are Buscopan and mebeverine the same?
Peppermint oil and mebeverine are also antispasmodic remedies. They work in a similar way to Buscopan to relax stomach muscles and ease painful cramps. Both peppermint oil and mebeverine are available to buy from pharmacies.
Can I take mebeverine long term?
Mebeverine is a common prescription drug that is given for the treatment of spasms and muscular contractions caused or bought on by IBS. It is highly effective as a long-term course of treatment and can be given to patients who chronically suffer from IBS.