Buscopan 10mg Coated Tablets

Description

Buscopan 10mg Coated Tablets are tablets that contain ‘hyoscine butylbromide’. They belong to a group of medicines called ‘anti-spasmodics’. This medicine is used to relieve abdominal cramps which cause pain and discomfort associated with your digestive tract, and in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). It works by relaxing the cramping muscles of your stomach and bowel.

How To Use

• Always take this medicine exactly as your pharmacist or doctor has told you. Check with them if you are not sure.
• Do not take Buscopan 10mg Coated Tablets continuously for more than 2 weeks. Stop taking and talk to your pharmacist or doctor if you do not feel better after 2 weeks. Also stop taking and talk to your pharmacist or doctor if you get new symptoms or your symptoms get worse.
• Swallow the tablet whole with water. Do not crush or chew the tablet.
• Dose:

Abdominal cramps for Adults and children 12 years or over: Take 2 tablets four times a day

Irritable Bowel Syndrome for Adults and children 12 years or over: Start by taking 1 tablet up to three times a day. You can increase your dose to a maximum of 2 tablets four times a day, if needed. 

Children under 12 years: Buscopan 10mg Coated Tablets are not recommended for children under 12 years.

Warnings

• Please read the enclosed package leaflet carefully before use.
• If symptoms persist consult your doctor.
• Do not exceed the stated dose.
• Some people may have sight problems while taking this medicine. If this happens to you, wait until your sight returns to normal before driving or using any tools or machines.

Active Ingredient

• Each tablet contains 10mg hyoscine butylbromide.