What Is Colese Used For?

Colese contains mebeverine hydrochloride and belongs to a group of medicines called antispasmodic agents. It helps manage the uncomfortable symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.

Primary Uses

Colese is taken to relieve the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome, which can include abdominal pain and cramps, bowel spasm, diarrhea and flatulence.

How It Works

Colese works by relaxing the muscles in the gut, thereby relieving the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.

How to Take Colese

Take Colese consistently at the same times each day for the best effect. This will also help you remember when to take your medication.

Dosage Instructions

The usual dose is one tablet three times a day. Take Colese immediately before or during a meal. Swallow the tablets with a glass of water. Take at about the same time each day and continue taking until your doctor tells you to stop, even if you feel well.

What If You Miss a Dose?

If you miss your dose at the usual time, take it as soon as you remember, then go back to taking your medicine as you would normally. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the dose you missed and take your next dose when you are meant to. If you are not sure what to do, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Available Tablet Strengths

Side Effects

Like all medications, this medicine can cause side effects. Most are mild and temporary, but some require medical attention.

Common Side Effects

These side effects occur relatively frequently and usually don’t require emergency care:

• indigestion or heartburn
• constipation
• dizziness
• headache
• tiredness
• difficulty sleeping
• loss of appetite

Important Warnings

Before taking Colese, it’s important to discuss your medical history and current medications with your doctor to ensure this medication is safe for you.

Who Should Not Take Colese

Do not take Colese if you are allergic to mebeverine hydrochloride or any of the ingredients listed. Some symptoms of an allergic reaction include skin rash, itching, shortness of breath or swelling of the face, lips or tongue, which may cause difficulty in swallowing or breathing.

Medical Conditions to Discuss

Check with your doctor if you have any of the following medical conditions: angina or other heart conditions, liver problems, kidney problems, or lactose intolerance. Also tell your doctor if you take any medicines for any other condition.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Check with your doctor if you are pregnant or intend to become pregnant. Talk to your doctor if you are breastfeeding or intend to breastfeed. If you become pregnant while taking Colese, tell your doctor immediately.

Drug Interactions

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all medicines you are taking, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and supplements.

Alcohol & Driving

Be cautious about activities that require alertness until you know how Colese affects you personally.

Driving and Operating Machinery

Be careful before you drive or use any machines or tools until you know how Colese affects you.

Storage

Keep your tablets in the pack until it is time to take them. Store Colese in a cool, dry place where the temperature stays below 25°C. Keep it where young children cannot reach it – a locked cupboard at least one-and-a-half meters above the ground is a good place to store medicines. Do not store in the bathroom, near a sink, in the car or on window sills.

Overdose Information

If you think that you have taken too much Colese, you may need urgent medical attention. You should immediately phone the Poisons Information Centre (Australia telephone 13 11 26) for advice, contact your doctor, or go to the Emergency Department at your nearest hospital. You should do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.

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