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Boots IBS Symptom Relief 135mg Tablets
⚠ This medicine appears to have been discontinued
The electronic medicines compendium (emc) no longer publishes a Summary of Product Characteristics for this product, which usually means it is no longer marketed in the UK. The patient leaflet below is kept for reference, but the product may not be available.
If you were prescribed this medicine, other products containing Mebeverine hydrochloride may still be available. Do not stop your treatment — ask your pharmacist or GP what to use instead.
What you need to know before you take it
e this medicine
x Do not take this medicine if
you:
are allergic to mebeverine hydrochloride or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6) are younger than 18 years of age. If any of the above applies to you, do not take this medicine and talk to your doctor or pharmacist
Warnings and precautions See your doctor before using any IBS treatment if you: ¢ have not suffered from IBS before
¢ have developed new symptoms or your symptoms have become worse ave liver or kidney problems. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor if any of the following applies to you: you are 40 years of age or over and your symptoms have changed or it as been some time since you last had IBS you have blood in your stools (faeces) you are feeling sick (nauseous) or are sick (vomiting) you are looking pale and feeling tired you have constipation you have a fever you have recently travelled abroad you are pregnant, or planning to
ecome pregnant you are a woman and you have unusual bleeding or discharge from your vagina
you have difficulty or pain when passing water (urinating). Your doctor will tell you whether it is safe for you to start taking this medicine.
You can drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Other medicines and Boots IBS Symptom Relief Tablets Mebeverine is not known to interact with other medicines but you should tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines. Pregnancy, breast-feeding and fertility If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a aby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine. There is only limited information about the safety of this medicine for pregnant women. Your doctor may advise you to stop takin J this medicine before you become pregnant or as soon as you know you are pregnant. This medicine should not be used during breast-feeding. Driving and using machines This medicine is not likely to affect you being able to drive or use any tools or machines. Boots IBS Symptom Relief Tablets contain lactose and sodium Lactose – If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact
your doctor before taking this medicinal product.
'6. Contents of the pack and
Relief Tablets than you should If you or someone else takes too many tablets (an overdose), talk to a doctor or go to a hospital straight away. Take the medicine pack with yo U. If you forget to take Boots IBS Symptom Relief Tablets If you miss a tablet, wait until the next dose is due. Do not try to make up for the dose you have missed. Do not double dose to make up for a forgotten dose. If you stop taking Boots IBS Symptom Relief Tablets You can lower the dose if your symptoms get better. If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
other information What Boots IBS Symptom Relief Tablets contain The active substance is mebeverine hydrochloride. Each film-coated tablet contains 135mg of mebeverine hydrochloride. The other ingredients are: Tablet core: lactose monohydrate, silicified microcrystalline cellulose, sodium starch glycolate (Type A), povidone, tale (ES53b), and magnesium stearate.
Tablet coating: poly (vinyl alcohol) part hydrolyzed (E1203), talc (E553b), titanium dioxide (E171), lycerol monocaprylocaprate (type B, and sodium laurilsulfate. What this medicine looks like and
contents of the pack
4,Possible side effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. If you notice the following, stop taking the tablets and go to your doctor immediately, or your nearest | hospital:
difficulty in breathing, swelling of the:
face, neck, tongue or throat (severe
allergic reactions).
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These other effects are less serious. ' If they bother you talk to a
pharmacist:
Reporting of side effects
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described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. Try to take the tablet twenty minutes before a meal – some people find their symptoms to be strongest after they have eaten. Swallow the tablet whole with a
glass of water. Do not chew the
tablet.
How much to take Adults (including the elderly): The recommended dose is one tablet three times a day. Do not take more than three tablets per day. he number of tablets you take may be lowered if your symptoms improve. Children and adolescents: This medicine is not recommended for use in children and adolescents
below 18 years of age.
this leaflet. You can also report side
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effects directly via the Yellow Card! Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MURA Yellow Card in the | Google Play or Apple App Store. By | reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
How to take it
this medicine 3 Always take this medicine exactly as
with M135 on one side and plain on
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skin rash, red itchy skin.
Sodium – This medicine contains less
than Immol sodium (23mg) per tablet that is to say essentially
Boots IBS Symptom Relief Tablets are white to off-white, round film-coated tablets, 1|Omm diameter, debossed
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Manufacturer
Morningside Pharmaceuticals Ltd. 9 Pavilion Woy: Loughborough, LEI] SGW, U Morningside Pharmaceuticals Ltd.&
Aspire
Pharma Ltd.
Second Floor, Boss Court, 7 Barton Close, Grove Park, Leicester, LE19 1S], UK
Aspire Pharma Ltd. Unit 4, Rotherbrook Court, Bedford Road, Petersfield, GU32 30G, UK
Distributed by The Boots Company PLC, Nottingham, NG2 3AA. This leaflet was last revised in March 2025 If you would like any further intormation about this medicine,
Besse contact The Boots Company LC, Nottingham, NG2 3AA.
original package.
Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use. These measures will help protect the environment.
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How to store it
this
medicine
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the blister and carton after 'EXP'. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. Do not store above 25°C. Store in the
the other side.
The tablets are packaged in PVC/PVdC-Alu blister packs. Pack sizes: 7, 10, 12, 14, 15, 18, 20, 21, 28, 30, 56, 60, 84, 90 and 100 tablets. Not all pack sizes may be marketed. Marketing Authorisation Holder encour
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes: any possible side effects not listed in |
Frequently asked questions about Boots IBS Symptom Relief 135mg Tablets
How do I take Boots IBS Symptom Relief 135mg Tablets?
Boots IBS Symptom Relief 135mg Tablets comes as tablet containing 135mg. Always follow the dose your doctor or pharmacist has given you, and read the leaflet that comes with the medicine.
What is the active substance in Boots IBS Symptom Relief 135mg Tablets?
The active substance in Boots IBS Symptom Relief 135mg Tablets is mebeverine hydrochloride.
Are there equivalent medicines to Boots IBS Symptom Relief 135mg Tablets?
Medicines with the same active substance, strength and form include: Mebeverine 135mg film-coated tablets, Mebeverine hydrochloride 135 mg Film-coated Tablets, Mebeverine hydrochloride 135mg film-coated tablets. They are interchangeable only if your prescriber or pharmacist says so.
Where does this information come from?
This leaflet reproduces the patient information leaflet approved for Boots IBS Symptom Relief 135mg Tablets, as published on the electronic medicines compendium (emc). The version printed inside your medicine’s packaging is the one that applies to you.
Can I get Boots IBS Symptom Relief 135mg Tablets without a prescription?
Whether a medicine is available over the counter or on prescription only depends on its licence. Check the leaflet, or ask your pharmacist — they can tell you straight away.
About this leaflet
The text above reproduces the patient information leaflet approved for this medicine, restructured for easier reading.
- Source: electronic medicines compendium (emc), Datapharm
- Active substance: mebeverine hydrochloride
- Official document: view the original leaflet on emc →
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Answers come from the patient leaflet published on the electronic medicines compendium (emc). They are not medical advice. Ask a pharmacist or your GP if you are unsure. For urgent help call NHS 111, or 999 in an emergency.