Hyoscine butylbromide 10 mg: uses, price & cheaper substitutes
Prescription required (Schedule H)
Common uses: Stomach and intestinal cramps; Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) with cramping pain.
Listed MRPs range from ₹1.65 to ₹4.58 per tablet across 7 listings. Use only on a doctor's prescription.
Price comparison
| Brand | Manufacturer | Pack | MRP | ₹ / tablet | As on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyoscine Butylbromide Tablets IP 10 mgJan Aushadhi | Jan Aushadhi (PMBJP) | 10 | ₹16.50 | ₹1.65 | 19 October 2026 |
| Hyoswift 10 | Ind Swift Laboratories Ltd | 10 | ₹23.44 | ₹2.34 | 19 October 2026 |
| Elcospan 10 | Elder Pharmaceuticals Ltd | 10 | ₹24.84 | ₹2.48 | 19 October 2026 |
| Hyosil 10 | Wockhardt Ltd | 10 | ₹25.78 | ₹2.58 | 19 October 2026 |
| Biospan 10 | Zydus Healthcare Limited | 10 | ₹38.02 | ₹3.80 | 19 October 2026 |
| Busgobast 10 | Boehringer Ingelheim | 10 | ₹41.63 | ₹4.16 | 19 October 2026 |
| Buscogast 10 | Opella Healthcare India Pvt. Ltd. | 10 | ₹45.78 | ₹4.58 | 19 October 2026 |
MRPs as printed/listed on the date shown; actual price may vary.
Uses
- Stomach and intestinal cramps.
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) with cramping pain.
- Period pain with cramps.
- Spasm of the bile duct or urinary tract (renal colic), along with other treatment.
How to take it
Take one 10 mg tablet three times a day when you have cramps, with or without food, swallowed whole with water – do not crush or chew. If needed, your doctor may increase to two tablets up to four times a day. Children aged 6 to 11 can take one tablet three times a day on a doctor's advice. Do not use it for more than 2 weeks unless a doctor says so; cramps that keep returning need the cause investigated. It relaxes gut muscle but does not treat infection, ulcer or constipation.
Side effects
Common
- Dry mouth.
- Constipation.
- Blurred vision (do not drive until it clears).
- Fast heartbeat.
Serious
Stop and get medical help urgently if you notice any of these.
- Painful red eye with loss of vision – possible acute glaucoma; stop and seek help immediately.
- Difficulty passing urine.
- Palpitations or chest pain.
- Serious allergic reaction – swelling of the lips or throat, breathing difficulty.
Safety information
Alcohol
Avoid alcohol; it adds to drowsiness and dizziness and often worsens stomach symptoms.
Pregnancy
Ask your doctor before use in pregnancy or breastfeeding; it is used only when clearly needed.
Kidney problems
Tell your doctor about kidney disease.
Liver problems
Tell your doctor about liver disease.
Children
Tablets can be given to children 6 years and above on medical advice; not for younger children.
Missed dose
Take it as soon as you remember unless the next dose is nearly due, then skip it. Do not take two at once.
Interactions
- Domperidone and metoclopramide (for nausea) – work in the opposite way on the gut and cancel each other out.
- Antihistamines (cetirizine, chlorpheniramine), antidepressants like amitriptyline, antipsychotics – more dry mouth, constipation, urine retention.
- Inhalers such as ipratropium and tiotropium – added anticholinergic effects.
- Other IBS antispasmodics (dicyclomine, drotaverine) – no extra benefit, more side effects.
- Heart rhythm medicines like quinidine and disopyramide – tell your doctor.
Frequently asked questions
What is Buscogast used for?
Buscogast (hyoscine butylbromide) relieves cramping pain in the stomach and intestines, IBS cramps and period pain by relaxing the gut muscle. It does not treat infections, acidity or constipation.
How many Buscogast tablets can I take in a day?
Usually one 10 mg tablet three times a day; your doctor may increase to two tablets up to four times a day. Do not use it for more than 2 weeks without medical advice.
Buscogast before or after food?
Either – it works with or without food. Swallow the tablet whole with water.
Can I take Buscogast with alcohol?
Avoid alcohol. It increases dizziness and drowsiness and usually worsens stomach problems.
Can I take Buscogast for loose motions?
It can ease the cramps that come with diarrhoea, but it does not stop the diarrhoea or treat its cause. Use ORS and see a doctor if there is fever, blood or it lasts more than 2 days.
Buscogast vs Meftal-Spas – which is better for period cramps?
Buscogast only relaxes the muscle; Meftal-Spas also contains a painkiller (mefenamic acid). For purely cramping pain Buscogast has fewer stomach side effects; for pain with inflammation the combination may work better. Ask your doctor.
Is Buscogast safe in pregnancy?
Only on a doctor's advice. It is used in pregnancy when clearly needed, but do not self-medicate.
Can I give Buscogast to a child?
Children aged 6 to 11 can take one tablet three times a day if a doctor advises. It is not for children under 6.
Sources
- NHS – How and when to take Buscopan (19 October 2026)
- NHS – Side effects of Buscopan (19 October 2026)
- NHS – Taking Buscopan with other medicines (19 October 2026)
- NPPA Pharma Sahi Daam (ceiling prices) (19 October 2026)
- PMBI Jan Aushadhi Product & MRP List (19 October 2026)
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