Mefenamic Acid and diicyclomine is a drug that can be used to treat Menstrual Pain, Cramps and abdominal pain. Both drugs have anti-inflammatory properties that can work by reducing the pain messenger chemical production in the body such as cyclooxygenase enzymes, or COX and make your stomach muscles relax. This tablet comes in the brand name NT-SPAS tablet that can be available in all medical stores.
How to use Mefenamic Acid 250 mg and Dicyclomine HCl 10 mg Tablets
Take Dicyclomine and Mefenamic acid after you have eaten your food. Because it can upset your stomach if you don’t eat anything.
Swallow the pill whole with water and do not chew or break it in your mouth to avoid a bad taste.
You should take the medicine as your doctor tells you, depending on how you feel and your health.
Benefits of Mefenamic Acid 250 mg and Dicyclomine HCl 10 mg Tablets
Mefenamic Acid 250 mg and Dicyclomine HCl 10 mg tablets are a combination medication used for the treatment of menstrual pain and abdominal pain.
Mefenamic Acid and Dicyclomine HCl tablets can help alleviate the pain associated with menstrual cramps or dysmenorrhea.
These tablets can also provide instant relief from abdominal pain, including colicky pain.
Dicyclomine, one of the active ingredients in these tablets, is an anticholinergic that works by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and gut. It helps to relieve sudden muscle contractions (spasms) and cramps.
Mefenamic Acid, another active ingredient, is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that can reduce inflammation, swelling, and pain.
Side effects of Mefenamic Acid 250 mg and Dicyclomine HCl 10 mg Tablets
Blurred vision
Acidity
Dryness in the mouth
Dizziness
Sleepiness
Weakness
Increase in blood pressure
Skin rash & swelling
Blurred vision
Acidity
Dryness in the mouth
Vomiting
Visual hallucinations
Indigestion
Itching
Increased sweating
Nausea
Nervousness
Precautions and Warnings
Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should talk to their doctor before taking this.
Because the medicine makes you feel sleepy and unsteady, it’s not safe to drive while taking it.
Don’t drink alcohol with it because it can make you even more sleepy. The chance of having stomach problems goes up.
People who have liver problems should not take this without talking to their doctor first. Be careful when using it. Do not take this medicine if you have a serious liver disease.
People with kidney problems should be careful when taking Dicyclomine + Mefenamic acid. The doctor can change the amount of medicine if it is necessary. People with severe kidney disease should stay away from it.
People who have glaucoma, high blood pressure, an enlarged prostate, heart, liver, or kidney problems, and thyroid issues should not take this medicine without talking to a doctor first.
If you take Dicyclomine and Mefenamic acid medicine for a long time, your doctor may recommend a blood clotting test. It can also make the test for urinary bile show a positive result even when it’s not really there.
Please increase your water intake while taking this medicine.