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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.

Related questions

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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