Buscopan IBS Relief - 40 Tablets

Buscopan IBS Relief tablets help to ease symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome, such as stomach cramps and discomfort. Take just one tablet three times a day to ease your discomfort during flare-ups, helping you to feel more comfortable.

Can I take these tablets if I’m pregnant?
You should not take Buscopan IBS Relief tablets if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you’re suffering from IBS at this time, you should ask your doctor or pharmacist to recommend a more suitable treatment for you.

Can I drive after taking these tablets?
You may experience blurred vision after taking Buscopan IBS Relief. If this happens to you, do not attempt to drive or use tools or machinery until your vision has returned to normal and you are absolutely certain that you are safe to do so.

Can I take these tablets if I’m taking other medication?
If you’re taking any other medication, including those you obtained without a prescription, you should speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking these tablets. This especially applies if you are already taking:

Antihistamines, which are used to treat hay fever and allergies
Tetracyclic or tricyclic antidepressants
Antipsychotic medicines, e.g. butyrophenones, phenothiazines
Dopamine antagonists, which are used to treat sickness and vomiting, e.g. metoclopramide
Beta 2 adrenergic medicines, e.g. salbutamol inhalers for asthma
Quinidine or disopyramide, which are used to control your heartbeat
Amantadine, which us used for Parkinson’s disease and the flu
Anticholinergic medicines, which are used to treat breathing problems, e.g. tiotropium, ipratropium, atropine-like medicines

What is the recommended dosage of these tablets?
The recommended dosage of Buscopan IBS tablets is one tablet 3 times a day. If you need to, you can increase your dose to a maximum of 2 tablets 4 times a day, but do not take more than 8 tablets in any 24-hour period. Swallow tablets whole with a sip of water.

When should these tablets not be used?
Buscopan IBS Relief tablets are not suitable for children under the age of 12. Do not use this product if you are allergic to hyoscine butylbromide or any of the other listed ingredients. Do not take these tablets if you:

Are intolerant to some sugars, as these tablets contain sucrose
Have glaucoma
Have myasthenia gravis
Have a blockage of the bowel, or you suspect that you have this
Have a condition where the bowel is blocked and doesn’t work properly, e.g. paralytic or obstructive ileus
Have a very enlarged bowel (megacolon)
Speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product if you:

Are over 40 years old and it has been some time since your last IBS attack, or your symptoms are different this time
Have recently passed blood from your bowel
Have severe constipation
Are feeling sick or being sick
Have lost your appetite or have lost weight
Have difficulty or pain when passing water
Have a fever
Have recently travelled abroad
Have a very fast heart rate or other heart problems
Have been treated by your doctor for a severe sweating problem

Do Buscopan IBS Relief tablets have any side effects?
Like all medications, Buscopan IBS Relief tablets can have side effects, although not everyone will experience them. If you experience any of the following side effects, stop use and speak to your doctor immediately:

Skin reactions, e.g. urticaria, pruritis
Increased heart rate (tachycardia)
Problems emptying the bladder
Severe allergic reaction showing symptoms such as difficulty breathing, loss of consciousness, swelling of the face, mouth, throat, etc., itchy rash which spreads all over the body
Difficult or laboured breathing (dyspnoea)
Allergic reaction, e.g. skin rash, patchy red skin
Painful red eye with loss of vision (glaucoma)
Other side effects you may experience include:

Dry mouth
Outbreaks of sweat and dryness on your skin (dyshidrosis)
Skin reactions
If you experience these or any other side effects while using this product, stop use and speak to your doctor or pharmacist. For more information about reporting the side effects of medication, please see the MHRA’s Yellow Card scheme.

Consult your doctor before use if you are taking any other medicines or if you have a health condition not mentioned in the patient information leaflet.

Always read the patient information leaflet before use.

May cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how your body reacts to this treatment.

Do not take more than one tablet in any 24 hours.

This medicine must not be taken by women.

For further information on our medication restrictions policy, please click here

If you are concerned about addiction of 'over the counter' medication we urge you to visit the below links for professional help and advice

• NHS - Help & Advice on Drug Addiction
• Talk To Frank - Drug Addiction Help & Support