About scopolamine n butyl bromide
Anticholinergic antispasmodic
Used for
- Relieves painful muscle spasms in the stomach, intestines, or urinary tract.
- May be used during diagnostic procedures to reduce spasms.
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 used in children; dosing depends on age and local product guidance.
Common side effects
- Dry mouth
- Fast heartbeat
- Blurred vision
- Injection-site reactions
Important warnings
- Can rarely cause severe allergic reactions or dangerously fast heartbeat.
- Use caution with glaucoma, urinary retention, or bowel blockage.
- Injection should be given by a healthcare professional.
- Seek urgent care for painful red eye or sudden vision changes.
Pregnancy
Use only when clearly needed; human pregnancy data are limited.
Breastfeeding
Information is limited; use only when clearly needed and with professional guidance.
Interactions
- Other anticholinergic medicines may increase side effects.
- May reduce the effects 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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.