Hyoscine + Paracetamol/acetaminophen

Dosage Forms Available

• Hyoscine + Paracetamol/Acetaminophen is available for oral consumption (tablets and liquid suspensions).

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is meant for adults and children above 6 years of age.

Contraindications

• Hyoscine + Paracetamol/Acetaminophen is contraindicated in individuals with hypersensitivity to anticholinergic medications, stenosing peptic ulcer, paralytic ileus, myasthenia gravis, closed angle glaucoma, and severe liver impairment.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with other anticholinergic medicines (e.g., dicyclomine and propantheline), cholinergic agonists (e.g., pilocarpine and bethanechol), antispasmodic agents (e.g., dicyclomine) and narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine and hydrocodone).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• In the event of an overdose of Hyoscine + Paracetamol/Acetaminophen, symptoms may include severe drowsiness, confusion, fever, fast or irregular heartbeat, flushing, agitation, hallucinations, and seizures. Seek immediate medical attention immediately if an overdose is suspected.

• If you miss a dose of this medication, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take an extra dose to make up for the missed one.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects of Hyoscine + Paracetamol/Acetaminophen are temporary and generally resolve when discontinuing the medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• To manage dry mouth, nose, and throat, consider sipping on water throughout the day.

• If constipation occurs, increase your intake of dietary fiber and drink plenty of water.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Hyoscine + Paracetamol/Acetaminophen may cause drowsiness and blurred vision which may affect your ability to drive or operate machinery. Avoid these activities if you experience these side effects.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• The safety of Hyoscine + Paracetamol/Acetaminophen during pregnancy and lactation has not been established. Therefore, this medication should only be used during these periods if advised by a doctor.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with bowel obstruction, urinary retention, myasthenia gravis, glaucoma, liver disease, kidney impairment, heart disease, hypertension or hyperthyroidism should exercise caution when using Hyoscine + Paracetamol/Acetaminophen.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Regular physical activity helps in managing menstrual cramps and pain.

• If the patient has a fever associated with cramping and pain conditions, it's important to stay well-hydrated and rest.