Indications

Hyoscine Hydrobromide is indicated in the prevention and control of nausea and vomiting associated with motion sickness/travel sickness.

Composition

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 & Administration

Adults and children over 13 year s: 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.

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.

Therapeutic Class

Anti-emetic drugs

Storage Conditions

Store in a cool & dry place. Keep out of the reach of children.