Mebeverine is used to treat symptoms of abdominal cramps and spasms. This includes symptomatic treatment of irritable bowel syndrome and other conditions of the stomach and bowel.

• Do not stop taking your medication without checking with your healthcare professional.
• Take this medication half to one hour before food.

If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Then take your next dose at the usual time. Do not take two doses to make up for the missed dose.

Inform your healthcare professional if:

• You are allergic to this medication or any of the other ingredients of this medication.
• You are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
• You are taking any other medications, including supplements, traditional medications and herbal remedies.
• You have a blockage in the gut or have a history of such a condition.

Some patients experience mild side effects such as skin reactions, nausea, dizziness and headaches. If these side effects become bothersome, please consult your healthcare professional.

The symptoms of a drug allergy include one or more of the following:

• Swollen face/eyes/lips/tongue
• Difficulty in breathing
• Itchy skin rashes over your whole body

If you experience any of these symptoms, you should stop your medication and see your healthcare professional immediately.

There are no specific foods or medications you need to avoid when taking this medication.

Store in a cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight. Keep this medication away from children.

Pack this medication into a black trash bag and seal it tightly before throwing into the rubbish chute or bin.