About scopolamine n butyl bromide
Antispasmodic anticholinergic
Used for
- Relief of painful stomach, bowel, or urinary-tract cramps
- Relief of spasms during diagnostic procedures
Usual adult dose
Usually 20 mg by injection; may be repeated after 30 minutes if needed. Maximum 100 mg daily.
Usual dose in children
Not routinely recommended for children under 12; dosing in older children depends on age and local guidance.
Common side effects
- Dry mouth
- Fast heartbeat
- Blurred vision
- Injection-site reactions
Important warnings
- May cause allergic reactions, rarely including severe reactions.
- Can worsen narrow-angle glaucoma, urinary retention, or bowel obstruction.
- Use caution with rapid heartbeat or certain heart conditions.
- Injection should be administered by a healthcare professional.
Pregnancy
Use only when clearly needed; human pregnancy information is limited.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding safety is not well established; use only when clearly needed.
Interactions
- Other anticholinergic medicines may increase side effects.
- May reduce the effect of medicines that increase gut movement, such as metoclopramide.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.