What is buscapina and what is it for?

What is buscapina?

Buscopin is ananticholinergic medication, indicated for the treatment ofpain of the gastrointestinal tract (antispasmodic). It is also indicated to treat discomfort caused by spasms and dyskinesias in the bile ducts and spasms in the genitourinary tract. (1)

Buscopin comes as10 mg tablets. Its active substance ishyoscine butylbromide, butylhyoscine or scopolamine butylbromide. It can be administered inadults and children over 6 years ofage orally, in a recommended dose of one to two tablets 3 to 5 times a day, without exceeding 100 mg daily.

There is another presentation calledBuscapina Duoin presentation of10 mg / 500 mg, whose active ingredient is still hyoscine butylbromide withParacetamoland is anauxiliary medicinedeveloped for the relief of pain caused by stomach spasms, intestinal and menstrual cramps.

Important: If you have any questions about the administration of this medicine in any of its presentations, consult your doctor.

What is buscopan used for?

Buscopine (scopolamine butylbromide) is a medication that is indicated for smooth muscle pain in the following cases:

1. Gastrointestinal, biliary and genitourinary pain

Gastrointestinal, biliary or genitourinary spasms are involuntary contractions of smooth muscles, caused first by a deficiency of some nutrient such as magnesium and potassium or in more urgent cases such as those caused by infections or inflammations. It manifests as sharp pain or cramping in the affected area.

Note: The use of buscopine is recommended to Attenuate Spasms , having the potential to reduce pain. (two)

2. Irritable bowel syndrome

Irritable bowel syndrome is an intestinal disorderthat causes belly pain, gas, diarrhea, and constipation. It commonly causesspasms in the digestive tract , very frequently in the colon.

To highlight: The use of buscopine is recommended to Reduce Spasms and consequently pain caused by irritable bowel syndrome. (3)

Buscopine Side Effects

The use of this medicine can cause some effect or annoying reactions in some patients, such as those described below:

• Allergic reactions to any of the components of this drug.
• dry mouth
• Tachycardia.
• abnormal sweating
• Skin reactions, hives, itching.

You should know: If you notice any of these effects, stop using it and follow your doctor’s recommendations.

Buscopine Contraindications

This medication should not be used in any of the following conditions:

• If you are allergic to hyoscine butylbromide or any of the ingredients of buscopine.
• Untreated angle-closure glaucoma.
• Prostate hypertrophy.
• Urinary retention due to any pathology.
• If you are taking medication for other pathologies.

Important: Before using this medication, you should refer your medical history to your specialist.

Key Findings

• Buscopine is an anticholinergic drug to reduce pain.
• Buscopine is indicated for the treatment of Spasmsof the gastrointestinal, genitourinary and bile duct tracts.
• This drug is also indicated to treat spasms caused by irritable bowel syndrome.
• The administration of this medicine must be supervised by medical professionals.