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Hyoscine Butylbromide

An antispasmodic (Buscopan) that relieves stomach, bladder and period cramps.

Clinical information

Common uses

  • stomach cramps, including IBS
  • bladder cramps
  • period pain

Common side effects

  • dry mouth
  • constipation
  • blurred vision

Cautions

  • not with acute angle closure glaucoma
  • not with myasthenia gravis or a blocked bowel
  • do not drive if your vision is blurred
  • bought without prescription: no longer than 2 weeks

Interactions

  • domperidone or metoclopramide (they cancel each other out)
  • antihistamines
  • amitriptyline (antidepressant)
  • clozapine or chlorpromazine
  • amantadine (Parkinson's medicine)
  • quinidine or disopyramide (heart medicines)

Pregnancy: not thought harmful, but not usually recommended — ask your doctor

Reference information, not medical advice — always follow your doctor or pharmacist. Source: NHS Medicines A–Z, nhs.uk/medicines/buscopan-hyoscine-butylbromide (accessed 2026-08-16)

Approved brands & formulations6

Brand nameDosage formStrengthImporterCategory
CopanParenteral ( Injection )20 mg/mlDial Trade & Travels Pvt LtdPOM
HybroTablet10 mgauthorized medicine importersPOM
Hyoscine ButylbromideParenteral ( Injection )20 mg/mlPOM
Hyoscine Butylbromide BpTablet10 mgPOM
ORASPAS 10Tablet ( Film coated )10mgADK Pharmaceutical Company Pvt. LtdPOM
SpasmolivTablet10mgADK Pharmaceutical Company Pvt. LtdPOM
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