Product introduction
Meftal Spas Tablet is a combination medicine that pairs an anti-inflammatory painkiller with a muscle-relaxing agent to ease cramping pain in the abdomen and pelvis. It is commonly reached for during painful periods and bouts of stomach cramping where muscle spasm is a contributing factor. The tablet is available only against a doctor's prescription because dosage and duration need to be tailored to the individual. It is not meant for everyday or long-term pain relief.
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Uses of Meftal Spas Tablet
- Menstrual pain
- Abdominal cramps
- Intestinal spasms
Benefits of Meftal Spas Tablet
By combining a pain-and-inflammation reducer with a smooth-muscle relaxant, this tablet targets both the discomfort and the underlying spasm that often go together in menstrual and gut-related cramps. Many users find quicker and more complete relief than with a plain painkiller alone, since the spasm-relieving component addresses the cramping directly.
Side effects of Meftal Spas Tablet
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Nausea
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Constipation
- Dry mouth
- Indigestion
How to use Meftal Spas Tablet
Take the tablet exactly as advised by your doctor, generally with or right after a meal to reduce the chance of stomach irritation. Swallow it whole with water rather than chewing or crushing it, and stick to the prescribed number of doses per day. Do not continue using it beyond the recommended duration without checking back with your doctor.
How Meftal Spas Tablet works
Mefenamic acid is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that reduces the production of pain- and inflammation-causing chemical messengers in the body. Dicyclomine works differently, acting on the smooth muscle of the gut and uterus to calm sudden, painful contractions. Together, the two ingredients relieve both the pain signal and the muscular spasm that triggers it.
Substitutes for Meftal Spas Tablet
No other medicine with the same composition is listed in our catalogue yet. Message us on WhatsApp and our pharmacist will help you find a suitable alternative.
Safety advice
Drinking alcohol alongside this tablet can add to drowsiness and stomach irritation, so it is best limited or avoided.
This medicine is best avoided during pregnancy unless a doctor decides the benefit clearly outweighs the potential risk to the baby.
Because it can pass into breast milk and may affect the infant, breastfeeding mothers should use it only if specifically advised by a doctor.
The tablet can cause drowsiness, dizziness or blurred vision in some people, so driving or handling machinery should be avoided until you know how it affects you.
People with kidney disease should generally avoid this medicine, as NSAIDs can further strain reduced kidney function.
Those with liver disease should use it cautiously and may need a lower dose under medical supervision.
Quick tips
- Take with food to lower the risk of an upset stomach.
- Avoid driving or operating machinery if you feel drowsy or dizzy after taking it.
- Do not exceed the dose or duration your doctor has prescribed.
- Keep well hydrated, as dry mouth and constipation can occur with use.
- Check with your doctor before combining with other pain relievers or NSAIDs.
Fact box
| Chemical class | Combination of an antispasmodic and an NSAID |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | Pain Analgesics |
| Action class | Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent combined with an anticholinergic antispasmodic |
Frequently asked questions
Should Meftal Spas be taken before or after food?
It is generally taken with or just after a meal, which helps reduce the chance of stomach discomfort from the anti-inflammatory component.
Will this tablet change my menstrual flow or cycle length?
No, it is used purely to relieve pain and cramping and is not expected to alter the amount of bleeding or the length of the cycle.
Can I take Meftal Spas regularly for period pain every month?
It should only be used for the duration your doctor recommends; routine long-term use without medical supervision is not advisable.
Is it safe to drive after taking this medicine?
It is safer to avoid driving or similar activities until you know how the tablet affects you, since it can cause dizziness or sleepiness in some people.
What should I do if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, but skip it if it is almost time for the next one — do not double up doses.