{"product_id":"hyoscine-butylbromide-10mg-tablets","title":"Hyoscine Butylbromide 10mg Tablets","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHyoscine Butylbromide 10mg Tablets\u003c\/b\u003e (commonly known by the brand name \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBuscopan\u003c\/span\u003e) are an antispasmodic medication primarily used to \u003cb\u003erelieve painful muscle cramps and spasms in the stomach, intestines, and urinary tract\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eActive Ingredient and Mechanism\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeneric Name:\u003c\/b\u003e It contains \u003cb\u003eHyoscine Butylbromide (10mg)\u003c\/b\u003e, also referred to as scopolamine butylbromide. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow It Works:\u003c\/b\u003e It is an anticholinergic drug that works by blocking muscarinic acetylcholine receptors on the smooth muscles of your gut and bladder. This action prevents irregular, sudden muscle contractions (spasms). \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eTargeted Action:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike general pain relievers, it does not just mask the pain; it directly relaxes the cramping muscles causing the pain. Because it does not easily cross the blood-brain barrier, it rarely causes central side effects like severe drowsiness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbdominal Cramps:\u003c\/b\u003e Alleviates painful spasms associated with indigestion, gas, and digestive tract irritation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eIrritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS):\u003c\/b\u003e Provides symptomatic relief from stomach pain, bloating, and cramping caused by doctor-diagnosed IBS.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eBladder \u0026amp; Urinary Spasms:\u003c\/b\u003e Eases painful contractions of the genitourinary tract, including the intense pain from kidney stones (renal colic).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeriod Pain:\u003c\/b\u003e Sometimes used off-label to relax uterine smooth muscles during painful menstrual cycles. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBasic Administration Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard Adult Dosage:\u003c\/b\u003e The typical dose for adults and children over 12 is \u003cb\u003e1 to 2 tablets taken 3 to 4 times daily\u003c\/b\u003e, depending on the severity of the cramps. Do not exceed 6 tablets (60mg) per day unless advised by a clinician. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMethod:\u003c\/b\u003e Swallow the tablet whole with water. Do not break, crush, or chew it. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eTiming:\u003c\/b\u003e It can be taken with or without food. It is generally taken as a short-term treatment—only when symptoms flare up—and should not be used continuously for more than 2 weeks without a medical consultation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCore Side Effects \u0026amp; Precautions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Side Effects:\u003c\/b\u003e Because it reduces natural bodily secretions, it can cause dry mouth, mild constipation, blurred vision, dizziness, and a slightly accelerated heart rate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eContraindications:\u003c\/b\u003e Do not take this medication if you have \u003cb\u003enarrow-angle glaucoma\u003c\/b\u003e (as it increases fluid pressure in the eye), myasthenia gravis, an enlarged prostate with urinary retention, or any mechanical blockages in your digestive tract.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePregnancy \u0026amp; Alcohol:\u003c\/b\u003e It is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless explicitly authorized by your doctor. Avoid alcohol while taking it, as it may enhance dizziness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eRed Flag Symptoms:\u003c\/b\u003e Seek immediate emergency medical care if your abdominal pain is sudden and severe, accompanied by a fever, nausea, vomiting, a hard\/tender stomach, low blood pressure, or blood in your stool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Optum Health Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"100's","offer_id":52503916445996,"sku":null,"price":390.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":true},{"title":"10's","offer_id":52503916413228,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/6895\/7484\/files\/prescription-required.png?v=1745497922","url":"https:\/\/optumhealthpharmacy.africa\/products\/hyoscine-butylbromide-10mg-tablets","provider":"Optum Health Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}