Mycolon SR Capsule

Short Description

Mycolon SR Capsule is a prescription medicine used to treat and relieve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome such as stomach pain and spasm, cramps in the abdomen, gas, bloating, and changes in bowel habits.

Dosage Form

Capsule SR

Introduction

Mycolon SR Capsule should be taken in a dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It is swallowed whole with a drink of water preferably 20 minutes before a meal to relieve or reduce post-meal symptoms. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect or be affected by this medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Remember following lifestyle modifications like having a fiber-rich diet, increase fluid intake and regular exercise can help you to get better results.

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. Mycolon SR Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

Consuming alcohol with Mycolon SR Capsule does not cause any harmful side effects.

Breastfeeding Warning

Information regarding the use of Mycolon SR Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy Warning

Mycolon SR Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Mycolon SR Capsule relaxes the muscles of the intestine and relieves spasm.

Take it 20 minutes before a meal to relieve or reduce post meal symptoms. Talk to your doctor if your symptoms do not get better within two weeks of taking Mycolon SR Capsule or get worse at any time. Stop taking Mycolon SR Capsule and consult a doctor if you experience difficulty in breathing or swelling of face, neck, tongue or throat. Do not stop taking the tablets without talking to your doctor even if you feel better.