Jp-Spas 20mg/250mg Tablet

Short Description

Jp-Spas 20mg/250mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that helps to provide symptomatic relief from menstrual (period-related) pain and cramps.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Jp-Spas 20mg/250mg Tablet should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. The dose and duration will depend on what you are using it for and how well it helps your symptoms. Use it regularly and do not discontinue using it until the doctor tells you.

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. Jp-Spas 20mg/250mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Jp-Spas 20mg/250mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Dicyclomine and Mefenamic Acid. Dicyclomine is an anticholinergic which works by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms) thereby relieving cramps, pain, bloating and discomfort. Mefenamic Acid is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause abdominal pain and inflammation (swelling). Together they relieve menstrual cramps and stomach cramps.

You have been prescribed Jp-Spas 20mg/250mg Tablet to relieve menstrual pain (cramps) and abdominal pain. Jp-Spas 20mg/250mg Tablet should preferably be taken with food. If you get diarrhea while taking this medicine, stop taking it and consult your doctor. Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help. It may cause dizziness, drowsiness or visual disturbances. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Jp-Spas 20mg/250mg Tablet as it can cause excessive drowsiness and increase your risk of stomach problems.