COLOSPA RETARD

Product introduction

Colospa retard Capsule PR is a prescription medicine used to treat and relieve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome such as stomach pain and spasm, cramps in the abdomen, gas, bloating, and changes in bowel habits. This medicine relaxes muscles of the intestine and relieves spasms.

Colospa retard Capsule PR should be taken in a dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It is swallowed whole with a drink of water preferably 20 minutes before a meal to relieve or reduce post-meal symptoms. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Remember following lifestyle modifications like having a fiber-rich diet, increase fluid intake and regular exercise can help you to get better results.

This medicine has very less or minimal side effects but it may cause skin rash, fainting, or angioedema sometimes. Be cautious as it is important to stop the medication and inform the doctor if you encounter difficulty in breathing or swelling of the face, neck, tongue, or throat.

Before taking this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you have liver and kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Uses of Colospa Capsule PR

• Irritable bowel syndrome

Benefits of Colospa Capsule PR

Irritable bowel syndrome
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common digestive disorder that causes stomach cramps, bloating, gas, and changes in bowel habits like diarrhea or constipation. Colospa retard Capsule PR works by relaxing the muscles in the gut, reducing painful spasms without affecting normal bowel movement. This helps relieve abdominal pain, discomfort, and irregular bowel habits, improving daily comfort and digestion.

Side effects of Colospa Capsule PR

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Colospa

• Limited data available

How to use Colospa Capsule PR

Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Colospa retard Capsule PR is to be taken on an empty stomach.

How Colospa Capsule PR works

Colospa retard Capsule PR relaxes the muscles of the intestine and relieves spasm.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Colospa retard Capsule PR does not usually cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Colospa retard Capsule PR during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Colospa retard Capsule PR during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

SAFE

Colospa retard Capsule PR does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Colospa retard Capsule PR is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
Caution is advised in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Colospa retard Capsule PR is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
Caution is advised in patients with severe liver disease.

Quick tips

• Colospa retard Capsule PR relieves symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome such as abdominal pain and cramps, bloating, flatulence and diarrhea alternating with constipation.
• Take it 20 minutes before a meal to relieve or reduce post meal symptoms.
• Talk to your doctor if your symptoms do not get better within two weeks of taking Colospa retard Capsule PR, or get worse at any time.
• Stop taking Colospa retard Capsule PR and consult a doctor if you experience difficulty in breathing or swelling of face, neck, tongue or throat.
• Do not stop taking the tablets without talking to your doctor, even if you feel better.