Colpermin Dosage & Drug Information

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Core Prescribing Info

Contents

Peppermint oil

Indications/Uses

Bowel hyperirritability especially of the large bowel (irritable colon) & for bowel spasm, particularly large-bowel spasm, as well as a fullness & bloating sensation.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Adult & adolescent ≥15 yr 1 cap tds, may be increased to 2 cap tds if discomfort is severe.

Administration

Should be taken on an empty stomach: Swallow whole w/ small amount of liquid, ½ to 1 hr before meals on an empty stomach. Do not break/chew.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to peanut & soy; peppermint oil & menthol. Not to be taken at the same time as food or medicines for heartburn. Bile duct obstruction, gallbladder inflammation or liver damage. Heartburn (including when it is caused by a diaphragmatic hernia). Adolescents or childn <15 yr.

MIMS Class

GIT Regulators, Antiflatulents & Anti-Inflammatories

ATC Classification

A03A - DRUGS FOR FUNCTIONAL GASTROINTESTINAL DISORDERS ; Used in the treatment of functional bowel disorders.

Regulatory Classification

GSL

Presentation/Packing

Form

Colpermin cap 187 mg

Packing/Price

1's

Colpermin

peppermint oil

Manufacturer:

Tillotts