"Meteospasmil" is an effective drug used to treat diseases of the digestive system.
Pharmacological properties
The action of the tool is due to the components that make up its composition. The main active elements are alverine citrate and simethicone.
Thanks to the first component, the drug has myotropic properties, has a relaxing effect on the smooth muscle elements of the intestinal wall, and restores the sensitivity of the mucosa to irritations of mechanical origin. Alverine acetate is also an effective antispasmodic widely used in irritable bowel syndrome. As the reviews indicate, Meteospasmil relieves abdominal pain, as well as unpleasant symptoms during menstruation.
Included in the composition of simethicone has hydrophobic properties due to the surface low tension of the molecules. Due to this, the substance, when it enters the intestine, eliminates increased gas formation. The element provokes the decomposition of the formed bubbles, and the gases resulting from the release are absorbedintestinal walls and are excreted by natural peristalsis.
The positive property of simethicone is its enveloping action. This component reliably protects the intestines. It should be borne in mind that the substance is not absorbed by the body and is excreted from it unchanged.
Composition and release form
As the reviews say, "Meteospazmil" can be purchased at the pharmacy in the form of capsules. Their contents are presented in the form of a thick white suspension. Each blister contains 10 units of the product. The active ingredients are simethicone and alverin citrate, the auxiliary ones include soy lecithin and medium density triglycerides, as well as titanium dioxide, glycerin, gelatin, purified water.
Indications for use
Doctors prescribe a medication for violations of the functioning of the digestive system, with pain symptoms in the epigastric region. According to the reviews, "Meteospazmil" relieves signs of gas formation, nausea, diarrhea. The drug is widely used before performing studies (instrumental, X-ray and ultrasound) of the digestive organs, retroperitoneal region and peritoneum.
Contraindications
The instruction notes that Meteospasmil tablets should not be taken with hypersensitivity and individual intolerance to the components. Do not prescribe the remedy to children under 12 years of age.
Studies have found that the drug does not have a detrimental effect on the he alth of the fetus. However, during the periodpregnancy, it is better to refrain from using it. The capsules are also not recommended while breastfeeding.
Meteospasmil drug: instructions for use
The medicine is taken three times a day before meals, one capsule. For children over 12 years old, it is enough to give the remedy twice a day. During the preparation of the patient for examination of the peritoneum, the drug must be taken 1 tablet three times a day. On the eve of an x-ray, ultrasound or other study, 1 capsule per day is prescribed.
Side effects
As the reviews indicate, Meteospasmil can cause allergic reactions in the form of laryngeal edema, anaphylactic shock, and urticaria. Some patients say that the remedy can cause liver disorders. The described adverse reactions disappear after treatment is stopped. There is no information on the negative effects of an overdose.
Special conditions, price and analogues
It should be noted that the drug does not affect the ability to drive vehicles and perform work requiring increased attention.
Store the drug in places where children cannot reach. At temperatures up to 25 degrees Celsius and located in a dry place protected from light, the medicine will not lose its medical properties for 3 years. The cost of packing capsules, which can be bought without a prescription, is 400 rubles. The preparations "Espumizan", "Simikol", "Simetikon" have a similar effect,Disflatil.
Meteospasmil medicine: reviews
Forums about medicines are full of reviews about the use of this drug, about its effect on the body. Many point to a positive effect in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome. After a course of therapy with the drug (about three packs of capsules were used), the wandering spasm in the abdomen almost completely disappears. However, in addition to taking pills, it is necessary to change the mode and diet. Only comprehensive measures are effective. Also, patients indicate that the medication helped to get rid of belching with a smell, bursting gases, and diarrhea. There are reviews that say that the medicine did not change the state of he alth in any way.
