Indications
Hyoscine Hydrobromide is indicated in the prevention and control of nausea and vomiting associated with motion sickness/travel sickness.
Pharmacology
Hyoscine Hydrobromide is a type of medicine called an antimuscarinic (or anticholinergic). Hyoscine hydrobromide is sometimes known as scopolamine. It is thought to prevent motion sickness by stopping the messages sent from the vestibular system to reach an area of the brain called the vomiting centre. This area of the brain coordinates the vomiting reflex.
Dosage
Adults and children over 13 years: 2 tablets (Maximum 4 tablets in 24 hours).
Children age 7-12 years: 1-2 tablets (Maximum 2 tablets in 24 hours).
Children age 4-7 years: 1 tablet (Maximum 2 tablets in 24 hours).
Children age 3-4 years: half a tablet (Maximum 1 tablet in 24 hours).
Children under 3 years: Not recommended under 3 years or as directed by the physician.
Administration
Ideally, take tablets 30 minutes before the journey.
Interaction
Additive sedative effects with alcohol or other CNS depressants. Reduced effects with acetylcholinesterase inhibitors (donepezil, galantamine, rivastigmine, tacrine).
Contraindications
Hyoscine Hydrobromide is contraindicated in Glaucoma/Blindness.
Side Effects
Dry mouth, dizziness, blurred vision, difficulty with micturition.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Not recommended during pregnancy and lactation.
Precautions & Warnings
May cause drowsiness, if affected do not drive or operate machinery. May be potentiated by concurrent phenothiazines, tricyclic antidepressants or alcohol. Absorption may be reduced by aluminium hydroxide preparations.
Use in Special Populations
Children: This product only be given to children over 3 years old
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool & dry place. Keep out of the reach of children.
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