What is mebeverine used for?

Medically reviewed by Carmen Pope, BPharm. Last updated on Nov 9, 2022.

Official answer

by Drugs.com

Mebeverine is an antispasmodic that may be used to relieve stomach cramps and spasms associated with conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome. Depending on the country, it may be available on prescription or over the counter from a pharmacy.

Is mebeverine available in the United States?

Mebeverine is not available in the United States.

What is the equivalent of mebeverine in the United States?

There is no equivalent of mebeverine in the United States but other medications that may be used to relieve stomach cramps include:

What countries is mebeverine available in?

Mebeverine is available in many countries, including:

Argentina
Australia
Bangladesh
Belgium
Bosnia & Herzegowina
Brazil
Bulgaria
Chile
China
Colombia
Croatia (Hrvatska)
Czech Republic
Denmark
Egypt
Estonia
France
Georgia
Germany
Greece
Hong Kong
Hungary
Iceland
India
Indonesia
Israel
Italy
Kuwait
Latvia
Lebanon
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Macedonia
Malaysia
Malta
Mexico
Myanmar
Netherlands
New Zealand
Oman
Pakistan
Paraguay
Philippines
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Russian Federation
Serbia
Singapore
Slovakia
South Africa
Spain
Switzerland
Taiwan
Thailand
Turkey
United Kingdom
Uruguay.

What are the brand names for mebeverine?

Brand names vary from country to country and include:

Antispasmin
Arluy mebeverina
Aurobeverine
Auroverin MR
Bebenline
Bevacol
Baver
Belupo
Bevacol
Bevispas
Chum
Colese
Colofac
Colofac IBS
Colonil
Colospa Retard
Colo Relax
Colospasmin Forte
Colotal
Coloverin A
Dobecon
Doloverina
Duskonal Retard
Duspatalin
Duspatal Retard
Duspamen
Duspatalin
Evadol XR
Evarin
Farlotac
Fybogel
Gloverine
Irbosyd
Iriban
Irisyn
Manil
Mave
Mebaspa
Mebefit
Mebemint
Meberine
Meberol XR
Mebetin
Mebever
Mebevirin-LF
Mebiz SR
Mebrin
Mebspa
Meditoina
Medoverine
Menosor
Mepacolon
Merverin
Mesparex
Meva
Meverina
Meverine
Mevin
Mevorex
Mevrin
Mibs
Morease
Movidol
Navidoxine
Noumed IBS Relief
Padalin
Plavilen
Rostil
Rostil
Rubenti
Rudakol
Spanil
Sparex
Spasmine SR
Spasmotalin
Spasmotalin Fort
Spasverin
Sulson
Verimed
Verine
Veron
Дуспаталин
Дютан.

When should I take mebeverine?

Take mebeverine 20 minutes before you have a meal. The usual dose is 1 tablet 2 to 3 times daily, swallowed whole with a drink of water.

How does mebeverine work?

Mebeverine works by relaxing certain muscles in your gut.

How long does it take mebeverine to work?

Mebeverine starts to work after 1 hour.

How long should I take mebeverine for?

Take it only when you are having symptoms. Stop taking it when you feel better (this may take up to 2 weeks).

What are the side effects of mebeverine?

Mebeverine is usually well tolerated and few side effects have been reported. Some people may get mild side effects that resolve quickly. Rarely, a mild itchy skin rash or swelling may occur. If this occurs, take an antihistamine such as cetirizine.

References

Daniluk, J., Malecka-Wojciesko, E., Skrzydlo-Radomanska, B., & Rydzewska, G. (2022). The Efficacy of Mebeverine in the Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome-A Systematic Review. Journal of clinical medicine, 11(4), 1044. https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm11041044
Mebeverine. NHS UK. https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/mebeverine/#:~:text=Mebeverine%20hydrochloride%20is%20a%20type,(also%20called%20modified%20release).
Lacy, Brian E. Ph.D., MD, FACG1; Pimentel, Mark MD, FACG2; Brenner, Darren M. MD, FACG3; Chey, William D. MD, FACG4; Keefer, Laurie A. PhD5; Long, Millie D. MDMPH, FACG (GRADE Methodologist)6; Moshiree, Baha MD, MSc, FACG7. ACG Clinical Guideline: Management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. The American Journal of Gastroenterology: January 2021 - Volume 116 - Issue 1 - p 17-44 doi: 10.14309/ajg.0000000000001036

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