Biospan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Secondary and off-label uses of Biospan have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Biospan depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Biospan as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Biospan are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Biospan has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Biospan has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Biospan related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Neuropathic (Nerve) Pain, Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Glaucoma must refrain from the use of Biospan since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Biospan contraindications section.
Additionally, Biospan may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Biospan, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Biospan is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Biospan safe for pregnant women?
Biospan can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Biospan right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Biospan safe during breastfeeding?
Biospan does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Biospan on the Kidneys?
Biospan may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Biospan on the Liver?
Side effects of Biospan rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Biospan on the Heart?
Biospan may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Biospan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Biospan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Biospan habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Biospan is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Biospan since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Biospan should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Biospan for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Biospan
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Biospan and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Biospan
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Biospan with alcohol.
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