Buscogast 10Mg Tablet

Buscogast 10Mg Tablet is primarily prescirbed to patients having pain issues due to spasm in smooth muscles. It effectively alleviates the pain and associated symptoms related to spasm, stiffness and pain in smooth muscles.

Buscogast 10Mg Tablet is an effective drug administered for the treatment of excessive nausea, vomiting and especially for patients suffering from motion sickness and may be used to reduce the production of saliva especially after some major surgery.

The drug can also help to relieve seasickness, abdominal inflammation or spasms, renal spasms, eye inflammation and irritable bowel syndrome. It remains for around 9 – 10 hours in the body and works as a muscarinic antagonist.

Buscogast 10Mg Tablet blocks the neurotransmitter acetylcholine by binding with muscarinic acetylcholine receptors, which in turn prevents nervous impulses to the parasympathetic nervous system especially to the vomiting center in the brain.

Side effects from the usage of the drug include and is not restricted to dry mouth, arrhythmia, reduced bronchial secretions, excessive thirst, increased heart rate, dry skin, palpitations, photophobia. It is contraindicated in the case of overactive thyroid glands, Myasthenia Gravis, closed angle glaucoma, high blood pressure, coronary artery diseases, Sinus Tachycardia, etc.

Additionally, it has also been reported to cause complication in pregnancy and interact with drugs like aceprometazine, benzatropine, etc. Hence, it is recommended to consult with a qualified physician with your medical history regarding the usage of Buscogast 10Mg Tablet .

Symptoms of Buscogast 10Mg Tablet overdose include dilated pupils, flushed skin, tachycardia, hypertension, EKG abnormalities, CNS manifestations resemble acute psychosis; CNS depression, circulatory collapse, respiratory failure, and death can occur.

Pure scopolamine intoxication is extremely rare. However, for a scopolamine overdose with severe life-threatening symptoms, physostigmine 1-2 mg (0.5 mg or 0.02 mg/kg for children) S.C. or I.V. slowly should be given to reverse the toxic effects.

• Pain Relief

• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (Ibs)

• Peptic Ulcer

• Motion Sickness

• Hypersensitivity

• Narrow Angle Glaucoma

• Hemorrhage

• Tachycardia

• Paralytic Ileus

• Dry Mouth

• Constipation

• Dizziness

• Drowsiness

• Difficulty Or Painful Urination

• Light Headedness

• Headache

• Blurred Vision

• Flushing

• Increased Sensitivity To Light

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Buscogast 10Mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Buscogast 10Mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Buscogast 10Mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Visual accommodation disturbance seen. Thus driving must be avoided while taking this medicine.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution must be taken in patients with kidney disease. Adjustment of dose might be needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking it.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Caution must be taken in patients with liver disease. Adjustment of dose might be needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking it.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Buscogast 10Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Spaslin H 10Mg Tablet

  Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Belloid 10Mg Tablet

  Inga Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Hyocimax 10Mg Tablet

  Zydus Cadila

• Xspas 10Mg Tablet

  Prescription Medicines Pvt Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Hyoscine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Buscogast 10Mg Tablet is a muscarinic acetylcholinergic which competitively blocks acetylcholine receptors. It is believed to stop communication between the vestibular nerves and the vomiting center of brain, as well as block the vomiting center directly to prevent motion sickness.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  • Decreased effect of acetaminophen, levodopa, ketoconazole, digoxin, riboflavin, potassium chloride in wax matrix preparations.
  • Increased toxicity: Additive adverse effects with other anticholinergic agents; GI absorption of the following drugs may be affected: acetaminophen, levodopa, ketoconazole, digoxin, riboflavin, potassium chloride wax-matrix preparations.

• Interaction with Disease

  Use with caution with hepatic or renal impairment since adverse CNS effects occur more often in these patients; use with caution in infants and children since they may be more susceptible to adverse effects of scopolamine; use with caution in patients with GI obstruction; anticholinergic agents are not well tolerated in the elderly and their use should be avoided when possible.

• Ques : What is buscogast 10mg tablet?

  Ans : Buscogast 10 MG Tablet is an effective drug taken for the treatment of excessive nausea, vomiting and especially for patients suffering from motion sickness and may be used to reduce the production of saliva especially after some major surgery. It contains Hyoscine as an active ingredient. It works by relaxing the muscles and decreasing the gastrointestinal secretions. It can be administered orally or in the form of skin patches.

• Ques : What is Buscogast 10Mg Tablet used for?

  Ans : Buscogast 10Mg Tablet is used for the treatment of excessive nausea, vomiting and especially for patients suffering from motion sickness and may be used to reduce the production of saliva especially after some major surgery.

• Ques : What are the side effects of buscogast 10mg tablet?

  Ans : Buscogast 10 MG primarily causes side effects like Dry Mouth, Arrhythmia, Reduced Bronchial Secretions, Excessive Thirst, Increased Heart Rate, Dry Skin etc.

• Ques : What does Buscogast treat and how does it work?

  Ans : Buscogast 10 MG Tablet is used to treat cramps associated with the stomach and intestines and the genitourinary tract. It works through blocking the neurotransmitter acetylcholine by binding with muscarinic acetylcholine receptors which thus prevents nervous impulses to the parasympathetic nervous system primarily to the vomiting center in the brain.

• Ques : Is Buscogast the same as scopolamine?

  Ans : Yes, Buscogast is same as scopolamine.

• Ques : Is it an anti-histamine?

  Ans : No, Buscogast 10 mg is not an antihistamine drug. It is an Antispasmodic medication.

• Ques : Can I take paracetamol/ibuprofen/painkillers with Buscogast?

  Ans : Yes, patients can use small amount of paracetamol/ibuprofen/painkillers with Buscogast.

• Ques : Does Buscogast cause drowsiness?

  Ans : Yes, Buscogast can cause drowsiness.

• Ques : Where is Buscogast 10Mg Tablet approved?

  Ans : Buscogast 10Mg Tablet is approved in India, Japan, and Micronesia.

• Ques : Should Buscogast 10Mg Tablet be taken with a meal or without a meal?

  Ans : The effectiveness of Buscogast 10Mg Tablet does not depend on a meal, it can be taken either way.

• Ques : Is Buscogast 10Mg Tablet safe for usage in paediatrics?

  Ans : Buscogast 10Mg Tablet is not recommended for usage in paediatrics as its safety and effectiveness are not known.

• Ques : What are the storage indications of Buscogast 10Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Buscogast 10Mg Tablet should be stored at room temperature away from humidity and direct heat.

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