Colofac IBS Tablets - 15 Tablets

Colofac IBS Irritable Bowel Syndrome Tablets

Helps make passing stools easier.

What are Colofac IBS Irritable Bowel Syndrome Tablets?

Colofac IBS Irritable Bowel Syndrome Tablets are a well-known antispasmodic meaning they help the bowel to relax making the movement of stools more normal.

It contains the active ingredient Mebeverine Hydrochloride which is used for the management of irritable bowel syndrome. Colofac helps relieve the symptoms of IBS, which include abdominal pain and cramps, bowel spasm, diarrhoea and flatulence by relaxing the muscles in the gut. These come in a round, white, sugar coated tablet. Mebeverine works by calming muscle spasms in the gut.

Many people find that their symptoms are worse after a meal. Thus, for ideal results, you should swallow one Colofac tablet whole with water 20 minutes before each meal.

Warnings and Precautions

Do not take if:

• You are under the age of 18 (if you are concerned someone under 18 is suffering from IBS contact your GP for medical advise).
• You are breastfeeding 
• You are allergic to any of the ingredients this medicine contains

Speak to your GP or pharmacist before use if:

• You have developed new symptoms or your symptoms have become worse
• You have liver or kidney problems
• You are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or are trying to become pregnant

Ingredients

Active ingredients: Mebeverine Hydrochloride.
Other ingredientss: lactose and sucrose.

How do I take Colofac IBS Irritable Bowel Syndrome Tablets?

Dosage:

Take Colofac up to THREE times per day. If your symptoms are mild, you can take Colofac less often.

• Do not take more than one Colofac tablet at a time.
• Do not chew the tablet, because it is coated and thus designed to break down in the gut in a controlled manner. Chewing the tablet will thus lessen the effect of Colofac. You should therefore swallow the tablet whole with water.
• Colofac is suitable for adults over 18 years.

What are the side effects of Colofac IBS Irritable Bowel Syndrome Tablets?

Some of the most common side effects:

• indigestion or heartburn
• constipation
• dizziness
• difficulty sleeping 
• loss of appetite 
• headache
• tiredness
• slow heart beat
• rash and/or itchy skin

If you suffer from any of the side effects listed below stop use immediately and seek medical attention.

Some serious side effects: swelling of the face, lips or tongue, difficulty swallowing and difficulty breathing.

Any concerns or queries about any of the side effects this medication may or has caused can be discussed with your GP or our pharmacist.

Reporting of side effects

If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in the above description and patient information leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for “MHRA yellowcard” in the Google Play or Apple App Store. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.