← Hyoscine-N-butylbromide / Paracetamol

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Hyoscine-N-butylbromide / Paracetamol

Non-opioid analgesic / antipyretic

Prepared 24 Sep 2026

What it is used for

Paroxysmal and spastic pain in GIT, GUT and biliary disorders Clinical selection for Hyoscine-N-butylbromide / Paracetamol should follow culture results where relevant, Kenya STG/EML recommendations, and the current product SmPC. Class context: Non-opioid analgesic / antipyretic. Confirm site-specific dose, duration and monitoring before prescribing.

Warnings

Do not exceed 4 g/day in adults (lower in malnutrition, alcohol, elderly, liver disease — often ≤2–3 g). Account for combination products (cold remedies). Overdose is a medical emergency (NAC protocol).

Possible side effects

GI disturbances, staggering, skin rashes, conjunctivitis, retrosternal pain. Anticholinergic side effects: dry mouth/skin, difficult in swallowing, visual disturbances, flushings, and drowsiness.

Storage

Store as labelled. Keep out of reach of children.

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