Buscopan

Buscopan is an antispasmodic remedy that reduces spasms of the gastrointestinal muscles, in addition to inhibiting the production of gastric secretion, being a great remedy for colic.

Buscopan is produced by the pharmaceutical laboratory Boehringer and can be purchased in conventional pharmacies in the form of pills, tablets or drops, for example.

Buscopan Price

The price of Buscopan varies between approximately 10 reais, and may vary according to the dosage, form of presentation and the quantity of the product.

Buscopan indications

Buscopan is indicated for the treatment of abdominal pain, cramps, spasms and discomfort. In addition, Buscopan can also be used to treat spasms of the bile ducts, genitourinary tract, gastrointestinal tract, biliary and renal colic and gastrointestinal endoscopy or radiology.

How to use Buscopan

The way in which Buscopan is used varies according to its form of presentation, and general recommendations include:

Buscopan drágeas

The recommended dose for adults and children over 6 years is 1 to 2 10 mg pills, 3 to 5 times a day.

Buscopan drops

The dose should be administered orally, and the drops can be dissolved in a little water.

The recommended doses are:

Adults and children over 6 years: 20 to 40 drops (10-20 mg), 3 to 5 times a day. Children between 1 and 6 years: 10 to 20 drops (5-10 mg), 3 times a day.: 10 drops (5 mg), 3 times a day.

The dosage for children under 6 years of age can be:

Children up to 3 months: 1.5 mg per kilogram of body weight per dose, repeated 3 times a day. Children between 3 and 11 months: 0.7 mg / kg / dose, repeated 3 times a day. Children from 1 to 6 years: 0.3 mg / kg / dose to 0.5 mg / kg / dose, repeated 3 times a day.

The dosage and dosage of the medication may vary according to the patient's characteristics.

Side effects of Buscopan

The main side effects of Buscopan include skin allergy, hives, increased heart rate, dry mouth or urinary retention.

Contraindications for Buscopan

Buscopan is contraindicated for patients with hypersensitivity to any component of the formula, myasthenia gravis or megacolon. In addition, Buscpan should not be taken by pregnant women without the doctor's guidance.