Menoctyl Tablet (Otilonium Bromide 40mg)

About Menoctyl Tablet 15’s

Menoctyl Tablet 15’s belongs to a class of drugs called ‘antispasmodics’ (spasm and cramps reliever) primarily used to treat irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and other gastrointestinal conditions characterised by motility problems, painful bowel spasms and distension (swelling and bloating in the belly area). Irritable bowel syndrome is a common disease that affects the large intestine. IBS is also known as spastic colon, irritable colon, spastic colitis, and mucous colitis. Irritable bowel syndrome is a group of intestinal symptoms that occur together.

Menoctyl Tablet 15’s contains Otilonium bromide, an antispasmodic that works by relaxing the muscles in the walls of the intestine. Thus, it provides relief from painful muscle spasms and reduces stomach pain caused by spasm, cramps, and gas formation, bloating, and discomfort.

Take Menoctyl Tablet 15’s as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Menoctyl Tablet 15’s for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience nausea, dry mouth, stomach pain, dizziness, headache or tiredness. Most of these side effects of Menoctyl Tablet 15’s do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Menoctyl Tablet 15’s or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Menoctyl Tablet 15’s. Menoctyl Tablet 15’s is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established. If you cannot digest or tolerate any sugars, please tell your doctor as Menoctyl Tablet 15’s contains lactose.

Uses of Menoctyl Tablet 15’s

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

Medicinal Benefits

Menoctyl Tablet 15’s contains Otilonium bromide, an antispasmodic agent used to treat symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Menoctyl Tablet 15’s relieves contractions associated with smooth muscles of the stomach and intestine. Menoctyl Tablet 15’s relaxes the muscles in the walls of the intestine and provides relief from painful muscle spasms. Thus, it reduces stomach pain caused by spasm, cramps, and gas formation, bloating, and discomfort.

Directions for Use

Use Menoctyl Tablet 15’s as prescribed by a doctor. Take Menoctyl Tablet 15’s on an empty stomach, preferably 20 minutes before a meal and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Menoctyl Tablet 15’s

• Nausea
• Dry mouth
• Stomach pain
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Tiredness

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Menoctyl Tablet 15’s or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have an enlarged prostate gland, pyloric stenosis (narrowing of passage from the stomach to intestine) or glaucoma, inform your doctor before taking Menoctyl Tablet 15’s. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Menoctyl Tablet 15’s. Menoctyl Tablet 15’s is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established. If you cannot digest or tolerate any sugars, please tell your doctor as Menoctyl Tablet 15’s contains lactose. You are recommended not to stop taking Menoctyl Tablet 15’s on your own as it may cause recurring symptoms.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug- Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have an enlarged prostate gland, pyloric stenosis (narrowing of passage from the stomach to intestine) or glaucoma, inform your doctor before taking Menoctyl Tablet 15’s.