Hyoscine Butylbromide
Description
Hyoscine Butylbromide is an antispasmodic (a medicine used to relieve spasms) is used to relieve cramps (sharp pain) associated with the gastrointestinal tract (stomach and intestine). It is also used to relieve cramps of the bladder in individuals having kidney stones.
Hyoscine Butylbromide is also used alone or in a combination with other medicines to treat symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, indigestion, abdominal cramps, diarrhoea, etc. associated with irritable bowel syndrome (a disorder that affects the large intestine) and peptic ulcers (an open sore that occurs on the inner lining of your stomach and the upper region of your small intestine).
Hyoscine Butylbromide injection is also used to reduce pain in pyelography (imaging of the urinary collecting system). This medicine also helps in diagnostic procedures like endoscopy (a procedure where organs inside your body are looked at by using an instrument called an endoscope), where spasms and pain are the major issues. Proper supervision is needed while using it in diagnostic procedures.
Hyoscine Butylbromide shows common side effects like constipation, dry mouth, diarrhoea and headache. Most of the side-effect does not require medical intervention and subsides with time. However, if any of these side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it.
Hyoscine Butylbromide may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you feel dizzy or drowsy after taking this medicine. Avoid consumption of alcohol while on Hyoscine Butylbromide therapy as it may increase the risk of dizziness.
Hyoscine Butylbromide tablet can be taken on an empty stomach. Your doctor may advise you of a time gap if any antacids are prescribed along with this medicine. Take this medicine at the same time for the advised duration to maximize its effect.
Hyoscine Butylbromide may interact with other medicines. Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicines before starting Hyoscine Butylbromide therapy. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding before taking Hyoscine Butylbromide.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Hyoscine Butylbromide
- Irregular heart rate
- Dry mouth
- Visual disturbances
- Difficulty in passing urine
- Dizziness
- Decreased blood pressure
- Diarrhoea
- Chest pain or discomfort
- Sleepiness
- Headache
- Irritation on eyelids
- Confusion
- Pain at the injection site
Uses of Hyoscine Butylbromide
What is it prescribed for?
- Acute spasm/cramps of gastrointestinal and genito-urinary tract
- Endoscopy or Radiology premedication
- Irritable bowel syndrome
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe time Hyoscine Butylbromide takes to show its action depends on the dosage form. Hyoscine Butylbromide injection starts to show its action within 5 minutes whereas Hyoscine Butylbromide tablet and suppository starts to show its action within 2 hours of taking it.
- Duration of effectHyoscine Butylbromide injection may remain active in your body for about 30 minutes whereas Hyoscine Butylbromide tablet may remain active in your body for about 11-12 hours.
- Safe with alcohol?Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?Hyoscine Butylbromide has no habit forming tendency.
- Usage in pregnancy?Use of Hyoscine Butylbromide is not recommended in pregnancy as it may lead to impaired foetal fluid sac. This medicine may also cause miscarriage. Your doctor may prescribe you this medicine only if the benefits to the mother outweigh the risk to infants.
- Usage while breast-feeding?Hyoscine Butylbromide is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. This medicine may cause respiratory depression in infants. Your doctor may advise discontinuing either breastfeeding or medicine. Discuss all the benefits and risks before taking this medicine.
Allergy
Avoid using Hyoscine Butylbromide if you are allergic to it. Seek medical attention if you experience any undesirable effects such as skin rash, swelling (face, lips, tongue), breathing difficulty, etc.
Myasthenia gravis
Myasthenia gravis is a condition in which the normal communication between muscle and nerves get altered. It is characterized by weakness and rapid fatigue of the muscles under body control (voluntary control). Hyoscine Butylbromide may suppress the communication between the muscle and nerves and worsen the condition.
Acute narrow-angle glaucoma
Narrow-angle glaucoma is a condition in which the drainage canals of the eyes gets blocked leading to a sudden rise of pressure. Hyoscine Butylbromide may increase the risk of this condition by suppressing the fluid in your eyes. Hence, it is not recommended to use in this condition.
Megacolon
Megacolon is the abnormal dilation (widening) of the colon. It may complicate problems such as Inflammatory bowel disease and Crohn's disease (swelling of the digestive tract). Hyoscine Butylbromide is not recommended for use in people being affected by megacolon due to the increased risk of colon relaxation and further major side effects.
Paralytic or obstructive ileus
Paralytic or obstructive ileus is a condition in which there is a blockage in the intestine without any physical obstruction. It may occur due to the impairment of nerves and muscles of the intestine. Hyoscine Butylbromide may increase the risk of this condition as it may worsen the obstruction.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Use of Hyoscine Butylbromide is not recommended in pregnancy as it may lead to impaired foetal fluid sac. This medicine may also cause miscarriage. Your doctor may prescribe you this medicine only if the benefits to the mother outweigh the risk to infants.
Breast-feeding
Hyoscine Butylbromide is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. This medicine may cause respiratory depression in infants. Your doctor may advise discontinuing either breastfeeding or medicine. Discuss all the benefits and risks before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Anticoagulant therapy
Hyoscine Butylbromide should not be given via the intramuscular route in people being treated with anticoagulant drugs (blood thinners) due to the increased risk of intramuscular hematoma (injury to skin or tissue that causes blood to collect and pool under the skin). In these individuals, subcutaneous or intravenous routes may be preferred.
Driving or operating machines
Use of Hyoscine Butylbromide may cause symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision, etc. Avoid performing any activities such as driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.
Prostatic enlargement
Hyoscine Butylbromide should be used with caution if you have prostatic enlargement (gland present below the urinary bladder in men gets enlarged). This medicine increases the risk of urinary retention and close monitoring of water intake and output is indicated. Consult your doctor if you experience pain in and above the genital area.
Use in children
Hyoscine Butylbromide should be used with extreme caution in children under 6 years and only under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional.
Missed Dose
Oral forms/Suppositories: If you missed a dose of Hyoscine Butylbromide, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at your usual time. Do not double the dose.
Injections: Since Hyoscine Butylbromide is given in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of missing dose is very low. If you miss a scheduled appointment for a dose of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately for further instructions.
Overdose
Oral forms/Suppositories: Never take Hyoscine Butylbromide more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of this medicine, seek a doctor's consultation at the earliest.
Injections: The likelihood of an overdose is very low as the Hyoscine Butylbromide is given in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by your doctor if an overdose is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
antihistamines
Ipratropium
Antacids containing calcium/magnesium/aluminum
Metoclopramide
Tricyclic Antidepressants
Disease interactions
Intestinal obstruction
Hyoscine Butylbromide is not recommended for use if you have a history of any intestinal obstruction since it may worsen your condition. Your doctor may advise an alternative treatment option based on your clinical condition.
Cardiovascular disease
Caution should be exercised while using Hyoscine Butylbromide if there is a history of cardiovascular problems. It may provoke side effects such as very low blood pressure, dizziness, fainting, lightheadedness, irregular heart rate, difficulties with breathing, etc. Your doctor may monitor your heart function closely.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Oral forms: Take Hyoscine Butylbromide at the same time every day, either with or without food.
Do not skip any dose and finish the complete course as suggested by your doctor.
Use caution while driving vehicles or doing anything that requires concentration as Hyoscine Butylbromide can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not crush, break or chew the tablet in your mouth.
It may cause diarrhoea. Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration while taking this medicine.
Injections: Hyoscine Butylbromide is usually given in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional.
Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.
Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine.
Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to your doctor before receiving this medicine.
Suppositories: Follow all the instructions given by your doctor and administer Hyoscine Butylbromide exactly as advised.
Do not administer in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed.
Seek emergency medical treatment in case of any severe side effects.
Ensure that the course of treatment is completed.
Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Hyoscine Butylbromide relaxes the smooth muscles of your stomach, intestines, and the genito-urinary tract and relieves muscle spasms and cramps.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Anticholinergics/antispasmodics
Schedule
Schedule H
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