Drug reference
mebeverine
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Drug class
Respiratory (Anticholinergics)
Mechanism of action
Mebeverine is a musculotropic antispasmodic drug with a direct action on the smooth muscle of the gastrointestinal tract, without affecting normal gut motility.
Common side effects
- Urticaria
- Face oedema
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is mebeverine?
mebeverine belongs to: Respiratory.
How does mebeverine work?
Mebeverine is a musculotropic antispasmodic drug with a direct action on the smooth muscle of the gastrointestinal tract, without affecting normal gut motility.
What are the common side effects of mebeverine?
Urticaria, Face oedema
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