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Gastrointestinal Spasm

Gastrointestinal Spasm is a condition in which the muscles of the gut contract suddenly and involuntarily. These episodes can cause cramping, abdominal discomfort and temporary changes in bowel habits.

Medicine used to treat Gastrointestinal Spasm

Colospa

Mebeverine

135mg · 200mg

Mebeverine tablets for irritable bowel syndrome and gut spasms. It acts directly on the gut muscle without affecting the rest of the body's nervous system.

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Key points

  • Gastrointestinal Spasm can occur alongside Irritable Bowel Syndrome and may also arise from other digestive causes.
  • Mebeverine relaxes the intestinal muscles and is available as a capsule for this condition.

Which medicines are listed for Gastrointestinal Spasm?

Colospa contains mebeverine, a medicine that relaxes the muscles in the gut wall. It is available as a capsule in 135mg and 200mg strengths and is listed for Gastrointestinal Spasm.

What kind of medicine is used for Gastrointestinal Spasm?

Mebeverine belongs to a group of medicines called antispasmodics. It works on the Gastrointestinal muscles to ease spasms and the abdominal discomfort they can cause, helping restore normal bowel comfort.

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