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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

HYOSCINE BUTYLBROMIDE-10MG

Uses:

Treatment of Abdominal and irritable bowel syndrome pain, cramps, and discomfort.

Medicinal Benefits:

Scopan Tablet 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). Besides this, Scopan Tablet is also used to treat stomach pain, intestinal cramps, bladder cramps, and period pain. Scopan Tablet stops the muscle contractions by relaxing the muscles in the stomach, intestine, and bladder. Thereby providing relief from cramps, discomfort, and pain.

FAQs

Scopan Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called anti-spasmodic agents used to relieve abdominal and irritable bowel syndrome pain, cramps, and discomfort. It may also be used for diagnostic and therapeutic medical procedures where spasms might be a problem, such as gastroduodenal endoscopy, and to produce smooth muscle relaxation prior to radiological procedures like pyelography.

Scopan Tablet stops the muscle contractions by relaxing the muscles in the stomach, intestine, and bladder. Thereby providing relief from cramps, discomfort, and pain.

Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Scopan Tablet. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might stimulate saliva and prevent drying of the mouth.

Constipation might be a side-effect of Scopan Tablet. Drink enough fluids and eat fibre-rich food if you experience constipation. Talk to your doctor if the condition persists or worsens.

Consult your doctor before taking Scopan Tablet if you have tachycardia as Scopan Tablet might increase the heart rate further, which could lead to unpleasant complications. Regular monitoring of heart rate while taking Scopan Tablet is advised.

Scopan Tablet helps to relieve pain and cramps during periods by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and intestine. However, you are advised to take Scopan Tablet only if prescribed by the doctor.

Do not take Scopan Tablet at the same time as anti-emetic drugs such as domperidone and metoclopramide as they stop each other from working. Scopan Tablet works by decreasing the movement of the gut, whereas domperidone and metoclopramide increase the movements of the gut. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

The common side effects of Scopan Tablet include dry mouth, constipation, blurred vision, abnormal/reduced sweating, and fast heart rate. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

No, Scopan Tablet is not a painkiller; it is an antispasmodic medication. It helps to relieve pain, cramps, and discomfort associated with irritable bowel syndrome (a chronic digestive disorder causing abdominal pain and changes in bowel habits).

Take Scopan Tablet when you have stomach pain or cramps, with or without food, as prescribed by your doctor. It should be swallowed whole with plenty of water.

No, Scopan Tablet does not make you sleepy. However, if you feel sleepy or have any concerns, please contact your doctor.

Scopan Tablet is generally safe when taken in the doses and duration prescribed by your doctor. However, it should be used with caution in people with certain conditions, such as glaucoma, myasthenia gravis (muscle problems), bowel obstruction, paralytic or obstructive ileus, or an enlarged bowel.

No, Scopan Tablet should not be taken for more than two weeks in a row. If you experience new symptoms, or if your symptoms worsen or don't improve after two weeks, please consult your doctor.

Scopan Tablet generally starts working within 15 minutes after taking the medication. If Scopan Tablet does not provide relief from symptoms, please consult your doctor.