In Treatment of Menstrual pain Alispas 10mg/250mg Tablet is a combination medicine that helps reduce pain and cramps during periods. It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms) and blocks the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation, thereby relieving cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort. This medicine does not affect the amount or the duration of menstrual bleeding. Take this medicine as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alispas 10mg/250mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.
- Alcohol : CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Alispas 10mg/250mg Tablet. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Alispas 10mg/250mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks. | - Breast feeding : UNSAFE
Alispas 10mg/250mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE
Alispas 10mg/250mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : UNSAFE
Alispas 10mg/250mg Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. | - Liver : CAUTION
Alispas 10mg/250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
If you miss a dose of Alispas 10mg/250mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Can Alispas 10mg/250mg Tablet be taken with food?::: Yes, you should take Alispas 10mg/250mg Tablet with food or immediately after food. This will prevent the occurrence of stomach upset, which is very common with this medicine. It is also advisable not to lie down immediately after taking the medicine. | Can Alispas 10mg/250mg Tablet stop menstruation?::: No, Alispas 10mg/250mg Tablet does not have any effect on menstrual bleeding, neither does it affect the amount nor the duration of bleeding. It does not affect the menstrual cycle and helps relieve the pain caused due to menstrual cramps.| How long should I take Alispas 10mg/250mg Tablet?::: Alispas 10mg/250mg Tablet is not prescribed to be taken on a regular basis. Therefore, it is advised to take Alispas 10mg/250mg Tablet for the shortest possible time advised by the doctor or only when you experience menstrual pain.| Is there any harm if I drive after taking the medicine? ::: Yes, you should try to avoid driving after taking Alispas 10mg/250mg Tablet as this medicine may cause dizziness or sleepiness. These side effects get worse with the consumption of alcohol. Hence, better to avoid driving or any attention-seeking activity until you know how the medicine affects you.
Alispas 10mg/250mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Dicyclomine and Mefenamic Acid. Dicyclomine is an anticholinergic that works by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and intestines. It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby relieving cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort. Mefenamic Acid is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation. Together, these medicines help relieve menstrual cramps and stomach cramps.