Buscopan IBS Relief Tablets for Stomach Cramps (20)

Product Summary

Provides effective relief from stomach pain. Buscopan - IBS Relief tablets contain the active ingredient hyoscine butylbromide, which is derived from natural hyoscine, extracted from the duboisia plant. Hyoscine butylbromide is from the family of drugs known as antispasmodic.

Directions

Adults and children 12 years or over:

• Start by taking 1 tablet three times a day.
• If needed, increase your dose to a maximum of 2 tablets four times a day.
• Swallow the tablet whole with water.
• Do not crush or chew the tablet.
• Not recommended for children under 12 years

Ingredients

• Active ingredient: Hyoscine butylbromide 10mg
• Other ingredients: calcium hydrogen phosphate, maize starch, soluble starch, colloidal silica, tartaric acid, stearic acid, sucrose, talc, acacia, titanium dioxide, macrogol 6000, carnauba wax, white beeswax and povidone

Warnings and Restrictions

There is no maximum time frame for taking Buscopan IBS Relief. However, if symptoms persist for longer than two weeks or if new symptoms develop, consult your doctor.

You should consult your doctor before taking Buscopan IBS Relief if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or if you are breastfeeding.

You should consult your doctor before you take Buscopan IBS Relief if you are taking an antidepressant, major tranquilliser, antihistamine, antiviral drug, dopamine antagonist (e.g. metoclopramide), or medicine to treat a heart problem.

Do not use this product if you have glaucoma (eye condition), megacolon (enlarged colon), myasthenia gravis (rare muscle weakness), or are allergic to hyoscine butylbromide or any of the other ingredients.

Only take Buscopan IBS Relief if your doctor has said that you have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).

Do not take Buscopan IBS Relief if:

• you are allergic to hyoscine butylbromide or any of the other ingredients of BUSCOPAN IBS RELIEF
• you are intolerant to or cannot digest some sugars (as the tablet coating contains a small amount of sucrose)
• you have glaucoma (an eye condition)
• you have myasthenia gravis (a very rare muscle weakness disease)
• you have a suspected or confirmed bowel blockage
• you have a condition where the bowel is blocked and does not work properly (paralytic or obstructive ileus). Symptoms include severe abdominal pain with lack of stools and/or nausea/vomiting.
• you have a very enlarged bowel (megacolon)
• you are pregnant, likely to get pregnant, or are breastfeeding.

Do not take this medicine if any of the above applies to you. If you are not sure, talk to your pharmacist or doctor before taking this medicine.

Taking other medicines

Please tell your pharmacist or doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription. This includes herbal medicines. Buscopan IBS Relief can affect the way some other medicines work, while some other medicines can affect the way Buscopan IBS Relief works.

In particular, tell your pharmacist or doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:

• antihistamines to treat hay fever and other allergies
• tetracyclic or tricyclic medicines to treat depression and some types of pain
• antipsychotic medicines such as butyrophenones or phenothiazines to treat severe mental illness such as schizophrenia
• dopamine antagonists such as metoclopramide for feeling sick
• beta-2 adrenergic medicines such as salbutamol inhalers for asthma
• quinidine or disopyramide, used to control your heartbeat
• amantadine, used for Parkinson’s disease and flu
• anticholinergic medicines such as tiotropium, ipratropium or atropine-like medicines, usually inhaled to treat breathing problems

Storage

Buscopan Tablets should be protected from light and stored in a dry place below 25°C

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

Pharmacists FAQs Answered

Can I take Buscopan IBS Relief with food or on an empty stomach?

Yes, Buscopan IBS Relief may be taken with or without food. Taking it with water aids absorption and swallowing. There is no known decrease in effectiveness whether taken on a full or empty stomach.

Is it safe to take Buscopan IBS Relief regularly or long-term?

There is no set maximum duration of treatment, but regular long-term use must be monitored by a doctor, especially if symptoms change or worsen. If you find you are taking it frequently or for longer than two weeks, see a doctor to rule out other causes or adjust your treatment plan.

Is Buscopan IBS Relief suitable for menstrual cramps or other non-IBS cramps?

Buscopan IBS Relief is specifically prescribed for cramping in the abdomen due to IBS. Though some general smooth muscle cramping, e.g., menstrual discomfort, can be relieved by it, this is "off-label" use. Always discuss with a pharmacist or physician before using it for anything other than IBS symptoms.

Can I take Buscopan IBS Relief together with Buscomint or other IBS medication?

Care must be taken when taking two or more IBS products simultaneously. Though Buscomint and Buscopan work differently (peppermint oil to relax muscles; hyoscine butylbromide to inhibit nerve impulses), the two medicines combined could lead to additive side effects like dry mouth or gastrointestinal upset. Get advice from your local pharmacist first before taking them together.

What are the potential side effects of Buscopan IBS Relief?

Most people can take it without a problem, but some potential side effects are:

• Dry mouth
• Dizziness
• Blurred vision
• Racing heart (tachycardia)
• Trouble passing urine

Skin reactions like itching or rash If a side effect is severe, ongoing, or abnormal, stop the medicine and consult a doctor immediately.

Does Buscopan IBS Relief affect driving or the use of machines?

Buscopan IBS Relief may cause dizziness or blurred vision in some individuals. If this happens, do not drive or use machines until the effects have disappeared. Always be aware of how you initially respond to the medicine.

Is Buscopan IBS Relief suitable for use by diabetic patients?

Buscopan tablets contain a very small quantity of sucrose. While this amount is usually too small to affect blood sugar levels if diabetic, patients with known sugar intolerances (e.g., hereditary fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption) should consult their doctor or pharmacist before use.

Can I take Buscopan IBS Relief if I am elderly?

Yes, but elderly patients are more prone to being sensitive to side effects such as dry mouth, constipation, or confusion. Reduced initial dose and close monitoring are advisable.

How Buscopan IBS Relief Works Differently

While the original description states that hyoscine butylbromide is an antispasmodic, it's better explained that it actually works specifically by blocking muscarinic receptors in gastrointestinal tract smooth muscle. This blocks the nerve impulses that cause cramping and is particularly beneficial for acute, stabbing pains accompanying IBS spasms.

Unlike painkillers, Buscopan does not dampen pain - it addresses the underlying cause of the muscle spasm that is causing it. It has no effect on pain elsewhere in the body and is not absorbed significantly into the bloodstream, thereby minimising the risk of systemic side effects.