Mebeverine

Also sold as: Colofac, Duspatalin

No prescription neededStomach cramps

Comes as:TabletCapsule

Usual adult dose

Usual adult dose: 135 mg three times a day, about 20 minutes before meals, or 200 mg slow-release capsule twice a day. Used for irritable bowel syndrome.

Your doctor may give you a different dose. Children's doses depend on weight.

Side effects

Common

rare; mild indigestion
dizziness
skin rash

Serious — get help

Stop taking it and see a doctor straight away if you notice:

severe allergic reaction (swelling of face or throat
difficulty breathing)

Do not take it, or take care, if

Paralytic ileus (bowel not moving)
New bowel symptoms after age 40, weight loss or blood in stool — see a doctor first
Pregnancy and breastfeeding (ask your doctor)

Interactions

No important interactions are listed in our database. Still tell your doctor or pharmacist everything you take.