Colofac IBS
Colofac IBS is for the effective relief of abdominal pain, cramps, bloating and wind, diarrhoea or constipation associated with irritable bowel syndrome. Each tablet contains 135mg of mebeverine hydrochloride BP; also contains lactulose and sucrose.
Directions for use: Swallow the tablet with a glass of water 20 minutes before a meal, do not chew them.
Adults and children over 10 years of age: Take 1 tablet three times a day.
| Main use | Active ingredient | Manufacturer |
|---|
| Irritable bowel syndrome | Mebeverine hydrochloride | Solvay |
How does Colofac IBS work?
Colofac tablets contain the active ingredient mebeverine hydrochloride, which is a type of medicine called an antispasmodic.
Mebeverine works by acting directly on the smooth muscle in the gut, causing it to relax. This relieves painful muscle spasms of the gut, without affecting it's normal motility.
Mebeverine is used to relieve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome and related intestinal disorders that are the result of spasms in the intestinal muscles. These include colicky abdominal pain and cramps, diarrhoea alternating with constipation and flatulence (wind).
The medicine is taken three times a day, preferably 20 minutes before meals, as this will help relieve symptoms that are worse after eating. When the symptoms have improved, usually after several weeks, the dose can be gradually reduced.
What is Colofac IBS used for?
- Irritable bowel sydrome (IBS).
- Related intestinal disorders that are the result of spasms in the intestinal muscles, including chronic irritable colon, spastic constipation, mucous colitis and spastic colitis.
Use with caution in
- Hereditary blood disorders called porphyrias.
Not to be used in
- This medicine is not recommended for children under 10 years of age.
This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy.
If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine.
- This medicine should be used with caution during pregnancy, and only if the expected benefit to the mother is greater than any possible risk to the foetus. Seek medical advice from your doctor.
- This medicine passes into breast milk, but the amount is considered too small to be harmful to a nursing infant. Seek further medical advice from your doctor.
Side effects
Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with this medicine. Just because a side effect is stated here does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect.
- Rarely, allergic reactions such as rashes, hives, or severe swelling of lips, face or tongue (angioedema).
The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the medicine's manufacturer.
For more information about any other possible risks associated with this medicine, please read the information provided with the medicine or consult your doctor or pharmacist.
How can Colofac IBS affect other medicines?
This medicine is not known to affect other medicines. However, as with all medicines, it is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist what medicines you are already taking, including those bought without a prescription and herbal medicines, before you start treatment with this medicine. Similarly, ask your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medicines while taking this one, so they can check that the combination is safe.
