৳ 4/unit
Pack: ৳ 4
৳ 4/unit
Pack: ৳ 4
At a glance
Oxyphenonium Bromide is an anticholinergic used for gastrointestinal spasm and hypermotility, peptic ulcer, biliary tract and urinary tract pain and spasm.
Indications
- Gastrointestinal spasm and hypermotility
- Cardiospasm, esophagospasm
- Gastroduodenitis
- Spastic constipation
- Pylorospasm
- Peptic ulcer
- Biliary tract pain and spasm
- Urinary tract pain and spasm
Pharmacology
Oxyphenonium blocks muscarinic receptors of acetylcholine to relax smooth muscle and inhibits gastrointestinal propulsive motility to relieve spasm.
Dosage
Adult Dose (Oral):
- 10 mg (2 tablets) 4 times daily for several days
- Dosage may be reduced based on response
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Dry mouth
- Headache
- Palpitations
- Constipation
- Difficulty in urination
- Dilatation of pupil
- Dry skin
- Excessive thirst
- Flushing
- Increased heart rate
- Loss of accommodation
- Photophobia
- Reduced bronchial secretion
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: Oxyphenonium may be unsafe during pregnancy; animal studies show adverse effects; use only if potential benefit justifies risk.
Pregnancy Category: C — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Precautions & warnings
- Caution in children, elderly, benign prostatic hyperplasia, acute MI, cardiac failure, hypertension, thyrotoxicosis, pregnancy and lactation, fever, angle-closure glaucoma
- May impair ability to drive or operate machinery
Overdose effects
Overdose: Treatment same as for atropine overdosage.
Storage conditions
Store below 30°C, away from light & moisture; keep out of reach of children.
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.