Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Buscopan 10mg Suppository
Description:
Buscopan 10mg Suppository is used to treat pain due to smooth muscle spasm. It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby relieving cramps, pain, and discomfort.
Buscopan 10mg Suppository is for administration into the back passage (rectum) and must not be taken by mouth. It is either given under the supervision of healthcare professionals or you can use it after proper guidance of a doctor. You should remove the wrapper from the medicine before inserting it and keep lying down for some time after its insertion. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
Pregnant women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Buscopan 10mg Suppository should be used with caution in patients with liver and kidney disease or alcohol abuse.
Uses:
- Pain due to smooth muscle spasm
Directions For Use:
Ordinary side effects of Buscopan
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Warning & Precautions:
No interaction found/established
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Buscopan 10mg Suppository may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Buscopan 10mg Suppository is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Single dose is unlikely to interfere with breastfeeding, milk secretion may decrease during long-term use.
No interaction found/established
Buscopan 10mg Suppository should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Buscopan 10mg Suppository may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Buscopan 10mg Suppository should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Buscopan 10mg Suppository may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
FAQs:
Q. What does Buscopan 10mg Suppository treat and how does it work?
Buscopan 10mg Suppository is used for treating pain due to smooth muscle spasm. It acts by relaxing the smooth muscles in your stomach and gut (intestine). This gives relief from cramping pain in the stomach and other discomforts like bloating.
Q. Is Buscopan 10mg Suppository the same as scopolamine?
Scopolamine is the brand name of Buscopan 10mg Suppository
Q. Is it an anti-histamine?
It is not an anti-histamine
Q. Does Buscopan 10mg Suppository cause drowsiness or relieve nausea?
Buscopan 10mg Suppository is known to relieve nausea and may cause drowsiness as a side effect.