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Biscotas 20 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Abdominal Pain. Other than this, Biscotas 20 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Biscotas 20 Injection. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Biscotas 20 Injection as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Biscotas 20 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Biscotas 20 Injection has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Biscotas 20 Injection related warnings talks about Biscotas 20 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Biscotas 20 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Biscotas 20 Injection in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Biscotas 20 Injection contraindications section.
Additionally, Biscotas 20 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Biscotas 20 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Biscotas 20 Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Biscotas 20 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Biscotas can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Biscotas right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Biscotas 20 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Biscotas. Immediately discontinue Biscotas if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Biscotas 20 Injection on the Kidneys?
Biscotas rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Biscotas 20 Injection on the Liver?
Biscotas is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Biscotas 20 Injection on the Heart?
Side effects of Biscotas rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Biscotas 20 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Biscotas 20 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Biscotas 20 Injection does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Biscotas 20 Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Biscotas 20 Injection only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Biscotas 20 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Biscotas 20 Injection
Taking Biscotas 20 Injection with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Biscotas 20 Injection
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Biscotas 20 Injection as it can have severe side effects.
No, Biscotas does not contains penicillin. It contains hyoscine (scopolamine) which belongs to the class of drug known as anticholinergics.
Rarely, Biscotas cause constipation. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug, then try to eat fibre rich food, take laxatives and digestive enzyme supplements that might be helpful in reducing constipation.
Biscotas is a brand name for hyoscine. It is a prescription drug which belongs to the class of medication known as antispasmodics. Biscotas is available in a different dosage form such as a tablet, injection, and dermal patches. It is mainly used for the treatment of spasm or cramp of the stomach, colic pain, motion sickness, and postoperative nausea and vomiting. Sometimes it is also used before surgery to reduce saliva.
Yes, Biscotas can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Biscotas along with paracetamol if it's dose does not exceed then recommended doses.
No, Biscotas does not cause diarrhea in patients who are taking this drug. However, if you are experiencing diarrhea after taking this drug, may be due to some another medical condition. If diarrhea worsens after taking medicine then inform your doctor immediately without any further delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Transderm scop (scopolamine)