Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol

Introduction To Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol

Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol is a combination medicine used in the treatment of abdominal pain. It works effectively to reduce abdominal pain and cramps by relaxing the muscles of the stomach and gut. It also blocks certain chemical messengers that cause pain and fever.

Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. 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 healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are constipation, dryness in mouth, blurred vision and fast heart rate. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

Uses of Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol

  • Abdominal cramp

Benefits of Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol

Abdominal cramp
Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol effectively relieves sudden muscle spasms or contractions in the stomach and intestine (gut), thereby relaxing the muscles and improving movement of food. This helps to treat abdominal cramps, as well as abdominal pain (or stomach pain), bloating and discomfort. Take a fiber-rich diet, avoid oily or spicy food and drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated. Eventually, it will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

Side effects of Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol

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

Common side effects of Belic

  • Constipation
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Blurred vision
  • Slow heart rate

How to use Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol works

Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol is a combination of two medicines: Hyoscine butylbromide and Paracetamol, which relieves abdominal pain and cramps. Hyoscine butylbromide is an anti-cholinergic which works by relaxing the muscles in your stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby relieving cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain.

Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol to relieve abdominal pain and cramps.
  • Drink 6 to 8 full glasses of water daily to help prevent constipation while you are taking this medicine. Do not use a stool softener (laxative) without first asking your doctor.
  • Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
  • Do not take Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol at least 2 hours before or after taking other medicines as it may interact with other medicines.

Safety Advice

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Can I take Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol if I’m pregnant?

Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol 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.

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Can I take Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol if I’m breastfeeding?

Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol 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.

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Is drinking alcohol while taking Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol safe?

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol.

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Can I drive after taking Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol?

Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

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Can I take Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol if I have/had kidney diseases?

Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Can I take Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol if I have/had liver diseases?

Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol may be needed. Please consult your doctor. However, the use of Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Can the use of Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol cause constipation?

Yes, the use of Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol can cause constipation. While using Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol, eat high-fiber foods like vegetables, fruits and cereals. Also, drink plenty of water and engage in regular exercises like swimming, jogging or taking a short walk. Talk to your doctor about taking some medicines to treat constipation if it persists for a long time.

Q. Can the use of Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol cause dry mouth?

Yes, the use of Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night.

Q. Can the use of Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol cause damage to the liver?

Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol contains paracetamol. This medicine is known to harm the liver especially in the doses above the recommended level. Use of this medicine should preferably be avoided in patients with underlying liver disease. Contact your doctor immediately If you notice any early signs and symptoms of liver damage. These symptoms may include fever, rash, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, stomach pain, dark urine, yellow skin or eyes and abnormal liver enzymes.

Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol?

No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol. Drinking alcohol will increase the risk of liver damage caused by Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol.

Q. Will a higher than the recommended dose of Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol be more effective?

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having serious side effects and toxicity. If the recommended doses do not relieve your symptoms or there is an increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor.

Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Hyoscine butylbromide + Paracetamol?

Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

References

Written By:

Dr Advikka Ridhy

Dr Advikka Ridhy

MBBS

RMO, Aster MIMS

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