Buscopan: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Price, Composition, Precautions & More

Buscopan Composition – Hyoscine butylbromide (10mg)
Manufactured By – Zydus Cadila
Prescription – Prescription not Required
Form – Tablet
Price – Rs 39.5
Quantity – 10 tablets in 1 strip

What is Buscopan?

• Buscopan is an anti-cholinergic agent, used to treat abdominal pain, esophageal spasms and other IBS symptoms.
• This medicine does not have much effect on the brain.
• Buscopan contains hyoscine butylbromide as an active ingredient.

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Uses of Buscopan

Buscopan is prescribed for:

• Abdominal pain
• Esophageal spasms
• Renal colic
• Bladder spasms

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How does Buscopan work?

• Buscopan relieves stomach cramps and menstrual pain by reducing the contractions of the muscle in the walls of the stomach, bowel and bladder.
• It exerts a spasmolytic action on the smooth muscle of the gastrointestinal, biliary and genito-urinary tracts.

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Buscopan Price in India

Specifics	Buscopan Price in India
Buscopan 10mg Suppository	Rs.39.5
Buscopan 20mg Injection	Rs.9.74
Buscopan 10mg Tablet	Rs.39.5

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How to take Buscopan?

• Buscopan is administered orally in the form of tablet.
• It can also be administered via injection into a muscle, or into a vein.

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Common dosage of Buscopan

• The usual dose of Buscopan for cramps in adults and children aged 12 years and over is 2 tablets taken 4 times a day.
• For children between 6 to 11 years, the usual dose is 1 tablet taken 3 times a day.
• The usual dose of Buscopan for symptoms of IBS in adults and children aged 12 years and over is 1 tablet taken 3 times a day.

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When to avoid Buscopan & Precautions to take?

• Avoid using Buscopan if you are allergic to it or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
• Do not give Buscopan to children under the age of 6 years.
• Buscopan is not recommended for use in patients with angle-closure glaucoma, enlarged bowel and myasthenia gravis.
• Caution is advised in patients who cannot digest sugars or have fast heart rate or any other heart problem.
• Before receiving this medicine, tell your doctor if you have bowel blockage, overactive thyroid, and digestive problem such as constipation or ulcerative colitis.
• Also men with prostate problem need to be cautious while receiving this medicine.

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Side Effects of Buscopan

• Sleepiness
• Vision changes
• Dry mouth
• Rapid heart rate
• Triggering of glaucoma
• Severe allergies

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Effect on organs?

• Immune system reactions- Skin reactions (urticaria, pruritus).
• Cardiac reactions- Tachycardia.
• Gastrointestinal reactions- Dry mouth.

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Reported allergic reactions?

Allergic reactions may include:

• Hives
• Itching
• Rash
• Wheezing
• Trouble breathing
• Swelling of face, throat or hands/legs

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Drug interactions to be careful about?

Concomitant use of following drugs is not recommended:

• Tricyclic antidepressants
• Antihistamines
• Quinidine
• Disopyramide
• Amantadine
• MAO inhibitors
• Anticholinergics
• Dopamine antagonists such as metoclopramide
• Beta-adrenergic agents
• Antacids

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Shows effects

• Buscopan relieves the pain of stomach cramps by helping gut or stomach to relax.
• The medicine works very quickly. Painful cramps should ease within 15 minutes.

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Storage Requirements for Buscopan

• Keep it in an air-tight container.
• Store below 25 degrees Celsius
• Keep it away from direct light or moisture.
• Keep it out of reach of children.

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Pro Tips when taking Buscopan

• Reduce or remove foods from your diet which trigger stomach irritation.
• Practice breathing exercises or try a relaxation therapy such as yoga, Pilates or meditation.
• Exercise at least 3 times per week for minimum 30 minutes.
• Limit the use of alcohol and be cautious while driving.
• Buscopan is not recommended to treat IBS in children under 12 years of age.

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FAQS

Is Buscopan addictive?

No