Hyo-Plus Tablet 10mg/500mg

About Hyo-Plus Tablet 10mg/500mg

Hyo-Plus Uses

• Stomach cramps and abdominal colic
• Painful periods (dysmenorrhea)
• Irritable bowel syndrome related cramping
• Spasms of the digestive and urinary tract
• Pain accompanying stomach or intestinal spasms

Hyo-Plus Benefits

• Combined antispasmodic and pain-relieving action in one tablet
• Fast relief from cramping pain and discomfort
• Convenient over-the-counter option for occasional cramps
• Suitable for both period pain and digestive spasms

What Experts Say

Hyoscine butylbromide relaxes the smooth muscle lining the stomach, intestines, and uterus, easing the tight, cramping pain that comes from spasms. Paracetamol works separately in the brain to dampen pain signals and lower fever, adding a second layer of relief for the same episode.

Doctors and pharmacists commonly recommend this combination for period cramps, irritable bowel flare ups, and general abdominal colic that is not caused by a serious underlying condition. It is meant for short term, occasional use rather than daily long term treatment for chronic abdominal pain.

Period pain and stomach cramps are often treated at home with whatever tablet is available at the corner pharmacy, without checking how much paracetamol has already been taken that day from other cold or fever medicines. This overlap is a common and entirely preventable cause of accidental liver overdose in otherwise healthy adults.

Drug Class

• Antispasmodic and Analgesic Combination

Hyo-Plus Tablet 10mg/500mg formula

• Hyoscine Butylbromide
• Paracetamol

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Hyo-Plus Tablet 10mg/500mg?

• Take one tablet with water when cramps begin.
• Take with food if it causes stomach discomfort.
• Do not exceed the maximum daily dose stated on the pack.
• Avoid other paracetamol-containing medicines while using this.
• See a doctor if pain lasts more than a few days.

Drug Interactions

• Warfarin: Regular paracetamol use can enhance warfarin's blood-thinning effect, needing closer monitoring.
• Other Anticholinergic Drugs: Combining with similar drugs can increase dry mouth, blurred vision, and urinary retention.
• Alcohol: Regular alcohol use increases the risk of liver damage from the paracetamol component.

Risks and warnings

• Liver Damage: Taking more than the recommended paracetamol dose, or combining it with other paracetamol products, can cause serious liver injury.
• Glaucoma: Hyoscine butylbromide should be avoided in people with untreated narrow-angle glaucoma.
• Urinary Retention: This medicine should be used with caution in men with an enlarged prostate, as it can worsen difficulty urinating.
• Bowel Obstruction: This medicine should not be used if a mechanical bowel blockage is suspected.
• Alcohol: Alcohol should be avoided while taking this medicine due to increased strain on the liver.

Hyo-Plus Side Effects

• Dry mouth
• Blurred vision
• Dizziness
• Constipation
• Difficulty urinating
• Nausea
• Skin rash (rare)
• Fast heartbeat

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place.
• Protect from moisture and direct sunlight.
• Keep the tablet in its original strip until use.
• Keep out of reach of children.