PRODUCT DETAILS

About Buscopan 20mg Injection

HYOSCINE BUTYL BROMIDE belongs to a group of medicines called anti-spasmodic agents used to relieve abdominal cramps that cause pain and discomfort associated with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Additionally, HYOSCINE BUTYL BROMIDE is also used to treat stomach pain, intestinal cramps, bladder cramps, and period pain. Irritable bowel syndrome is a gastrointestinal disorder that mainly affects the large intestine.

Uses of Buscopan 20mg Injection

Abdominal pain, Irritable bowel syndrome

Medicinal Benefits of Buscopan 20mg Injection

HYOSCINE BUTYL BROMIDE belongs to a group of medicines called anti-spasmodic agents. HYOSCINE BUTYL BROMIDE is used to relieve abdominal cramps that cause pain and discomfort associated with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Besides this, HYOSCINE BUTYL BROMIDE is also used to treat stomach pain, intestinal cramps, bladder cramps, and period pain. HYOSCINE BUTYL BROMIDE stops the muscle contractions by relaxing the muscles in the stomach, intestine, and bladder. Thereby provides relief from cramps, discomfort, and pain.

Directions for Use

Take HYOSCINE BUTYL BROMIDE with or without food. Based on your medical condition, your doctor will decide how long you need to take HYOSCINE BUTYL BROMIDE. Tablet: Swallow HYOSCINE BUTYL BROMIDE as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew or break the tablet. Injection: The injection form of HYOSCINE BUTYL BROMIDE will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Suppository: Insert the narrow end of the suppository into the rectum, gently push it in.

Side Effects of Buscopan 20mg Injection

• Dry mouth
• Constipation
• Blurred vision
• Abnormal/reduced sweating
• Fast heart rate 
• Diarrhea
• Severe allergic reactions

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take HYOSCINE BUTYL BROMIDE if you are allergic to any of its contents if you have glaucoma, myasthenia gravis (muscle problems), blockage of the bowel, paralytic/obstructive ileus, or enlarged bowel. Inform your doctor before taking HYOSCINE BUTYL BROMIDE if you have severe constipation, blood in stools, loss of appetite, difficulty passing urine, fever, fast heart rate, severe sweating problem, or if you are 40years or above. Do not take HYOSCINE BUTYL BROMIDE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. HYOSCINE BUTYL BROMIDE may cause blurred vision, so drive only if you are alert. HYOSCINE BUTYL BROMIDE is not recommended for children below 6years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. HYOSCINE BUTYL BROMIDE should not be given to children below 12years for treating irritable bowel syndrome. Stop taking HYOSCINE BUTYL BROMIDE and consult your doctor immediately if you observe blood in stools, changes in bowel movements, abdominal tenderness, low blood pressure, nausea, vomiting, and fever.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

HYOSCINE BUTYL BROMIDE may have interaction with anti-emetic (domperidone, metoclopramide), bronchodilator (salbutamol), anti-arrhythmic (quinidine, disopyramide), anti-Parkinson (amantadine), anti-cholinergic (tiotropium, ipratropium), anti-psychotic (haloperidol, fluphenazine), opiate analgesic (codeine), anti-depressant (amitriptyline), and antihistamines. 

Drug-Disease Interaction:

HYOSCINE BUTYL BROMIDE may have interactions with glaucoma, myasthenia gravis (muscle problems), blockage of the bowel, paralytic/obstructive ileus, and enlarged bowel.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

It is unknown whether alcohol interacts with HYOSCINE BUTYL BROMIDE. Please consult your doctor

PREGNANCY

HYOSCINE BUTYL BROMIDE is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Consult your doctor for further advice.

BREAST FEEDING

HYOSCINE BUTYL BROMIDE is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor for further advice.

DRIVING

HYOSCINE BUTYL BROMIDE may cause blurred vision. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

LIVER

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this

KIDNEY

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.