Colofac is a branded version of mebeverine that relaxes the bowel muscles to ease gripping pain, cramping and digestive discomfort linked to IBS. It targets spasms directly, helping the gut move more smoothly and reducing sudden flare ups. Many people choose the branded option for consistency and confidence in symptom control.

Colofac contains the same active ingredient as generic mebeverine, so effectiveness is medically identical. Some people feel branded tablets offer more predictable symptom control, while others choose generics for affordability. Both options work by reducing bowel spasms that trigger IBS pain.

Colofac often starts easing cramping within a few hours, but full benefit may develop over several days of regular use. Taking it before meals helps prevent digestion-triggered flare ups. Consistent dosing is important during active symptom periods to keep spasms under control.

The usual dose is one tablet twenty minutes before meals, up to three times daily. Swallow tablets whole with water and avoid taking more than recommended. If your symptoms continue despite regular use, speak to a clinician to review alternative IBS treatments or triggers.

Colofac is usually well tolerated but may occasionally cause nausea, headaches, or mild digestive upset. Serious reactions are uncommon. Seek medical advice if you notice swelling, rash or breathing issues. If side effects persist, a clinician may recommend adjusting your treatment approach.

Avoid Colofac if you have severe bowel disease, paralytic ileus, or an allergy to mebeverine. Caution is recommended during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or when taking other gut-acting medicines. If you have unexpected symptoms like weight loss or bleeding, seek advice first.

Yes. Colofac works particularly well when cramping starts soon after eating. Taking it before meals relaxes bowel muscles in advance, helping reduce spasms during digestion. It can be especially effective for people whose IBS pain follows large or high-fat meals.

Colofac can help IBS-M by easing muscle spasms that occur alongside alternating constipation and diarrhoea. While it doesn’t change bowel habit directly, reducing sharp cramps often makes flare ups more manageable. Many people use it alongside diet changes tailored to their symptom pattern.

Colofac can help reduce bloating if the sensation is caused by spasms or tightening in the bowel. For bloating linked to fermentation or slow movement of gas, adding peppermint oil or adjusting fibre intake may work better. Combining approaches often gives stronger relief.

Colofac works best when taken before meals, especially if eating triggers cramps. You can eat normally while using it, but avoiding very large or high-fat meals may help reduce flare ups. Staying hydrated and eating slowly can also support symptom control.

Yes. Many people use Colofac long term, especially if their IBS symptoms repeatedly flare with meals or stress. Regular reviews are helpful to ensure the treatment remains effective and to check whether additional approaches, such as diet modification or stress management, might provide extra benefit.

Yes. Colofac reduces spasms, while probiotics, peppermint oil and fibre adjustments target bloating, gas and digestion. Using them together often supports broader symptom control. A simplified diet may also help during flare periods.

Mild nausea can happen, especially when first starting Colofac. Taking the tablet with a small sip of water and eating smaller meals may help. If nausea persists or worsens, speak to a clinician about switching to another antispasmodic or adjusting your IBS plan.

Colofac helps relax the bowel during stress-triggered spasms, but combining it with stress-reduction strategies usually improves overall control. Many people benefit from breathing exercises, sleep routines and identifying stress triggers alongside medication use.

If Colofac becomes less effective, review your dosing pattern and consider whether diet, stress or lifestyle changes have shifted. A clinician may suggest switching to Mebeverine generic, Buscopan or alternative therapies. Persistent symptoms should be assessed.