Relaspa 50 Tablet belongs to the class of medications called antispasmodic agents primarily used to treat irritable bowel syndrome. Irritable bowel syndrome is a common disease that affects the large intestine and causes abdominal pain, cramps, and other symptoms. The exact cause of the disease is not known. Symptoms include bloating, abdominal pain, constipation, and diarrhoea.
Relaspa 50 Tablet contains Pinaverium bromide. It works by relaxing the gut (intestine) and stomach muscles. It breaks sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thus reducing cramps, bloating, pain and discomfort. It dilates the smooth muscles present in the stomach, intestine, and cervix, thus reducing spasms.
Take Relaspa 50 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Relaspa 50 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical conditions. You may experience nausea, headache, constipation, abdominal pain, and heartburn. Most of these side effects of Relaspa 50 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Do not use Relaspa 50 Tablet without doctor advice if you had a skin reaction or irritation to any medicine. Inform your doctor before taking Relaspa 50 Tablet if you have a hernia. Consult your doctor before using Relaspa 50 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Relaspa 50 Tablet may cause drowsiness, so drive only if you are alert after taking Relaspa 50 Tablet . Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take to rule out any side effects.