Buscotag 20mg Tablet
Introduction to Buscotag 20mg Tablet
The most common side effects are blurred vision, increased heart rate, dryness in mouth, and dilatation of pupil. 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. This medicine may cause diarrhea, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.
Pregnant women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Buscotag 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver and kidney disease or alcohol abuse.
How Buscotag 20mg Tablet Works?
Buscotag 20mg Tablet is an anticholinergic medication. It works by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby relieving cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort.
How To Use Buscotag 20mg Tablet
- 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. Buscotag 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Side Effects Of Buscotag 20mg Tablet
- Blurred vision
- Increased heart rate
- Dryness in mouth
- Diarrhea
- Dilatation of pupil
FAQS
Buscotag 20mg Tablet
Q. What does Buscotag treat and how does it work?
Buscotag is used for treating motion sickness. It is also used for relief from spasm in the genito-urinary tract, gastro-intestinal tract as well as during irritable bowel syndrome (IBD). Buscotag acts by relaxing the smooth muscles and by inhibiting secretions in the lining of the gastro-intestinal tract
Buscotag 20mg Tablet
Q. Is it an anti-histamine?
It is not an anti-histamine
Buscotag 20mg Tablet
Q. Can I take paracetamol/ibuprofen/painkillers with hyoscine?
Hyoscine is not known to interact with paracetamol/ibuprofen/painkillers.Drugs are known to interact with each other and cause adverse effects.Any drug used in combination with hyoscine should be as per the doctors advice
Buscotag 20mg Tablet
Q. Is Buscotag the same as scopolamine?
Scopolamine is the brand name of Buscotag
Buscotag 20mg Tablet
Q. Does Buscotag cause drowsiness or relieve nausea?
Buscotag is known to relieve nausea and may cause drowsiness as a side effect.
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Safety Advice For Buscotag 20mg Tablet
check for risk indication explain below.
- High risk
- Moderate risk
- Safe
Alcohol
Buscotag 20mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
Buscotag 20mg Tablet 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.
Breastfeeding
Buscotag 20mg Tablet 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.<BR>Single dose is unlikely to interfere with breastfeeding, milk secretion may decrease during long-term use.
Driving
Buscotag 20mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
Buscotag 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Buscotag 20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
Buscotag 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Buscotag 20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
Buscotag 20mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
Buscotag 20mg Tablet 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.
Breastfeeding
Buscotag 20mg Tablet 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.<BR>Single dose is unlikely to interfere with breastfeeding, milk secretion may decrease during long-term use.
Driving
Buscotag 20mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
Buscotag 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Buscotag 20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
Buscotag 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Buscotag 20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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