{"id":7968,"date":"2021-03-03T07:01:10","date_gmt":"2021-03-03T07:01:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=7968"},"modified":"2023-01-30T04:29:25","modified_gmt":"2023-01-30T04:29:25","slug":"egazil","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/egazil\/","title":{"rendered":"Egazil &#8211; Hyoscyamine Sulphate Uses, Dose, And Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Egazil 0.2 mg&nbsp;Prolonged-Release Hyoscyamine Sulphate Tablet&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. What Egazil is and what egazil used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Egazil contains the active substance hyoscyamine sulfate.\u00a0Hyoscyamine sulfate inhibits\u00a0acetylcholine,\u00a0which transmits impulses in certain nerves in, among other things, the gastrointestinal tract.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This reduces normal and abnormal mobility (such as cramps) in the gastrointestinal tract muscles.<br><strong>Egazil is used for cramping and abdominal <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/brain-and-nerves\/pain\/\">pain<\/a> in the gastrointestinal tract and bile ducts.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. What You Need To Know Before Using Egazil<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Not Use If:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>You have prostate enlargement with difficulty holding your urine<\/li><li>You have narrowing of the lower abdomen<\/li><li>You are allergic to hyoscyamine sulfate or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings And Cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Egazil can slow the emptying of the contents of the stomach and intestines. Careful oral hygiene is important to counteract the effects of reduced saliva production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A dry mouth&nbsp;can lead to the risk of tooth and oral mucosal damage with prolonged use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Medicines And Egazil<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have recently taken or might take any other medicines, as the treatment effect may be affected if Egazil is taken with certain other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The effect of Egazil is increased by the concomitant use of certain drugs against:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/brain-and-nerves\/parkinsons-disease\/\">Parkinson&#8217;s disease<\/a> (amantadine,&nbsp;levodopa&nbsp;)<\/li><li>Allergic reactions (&nbsp;antihistamines&nbsp;)<\/li><li>Sleep disorders and <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/depression\/\">depression<\/a> (phenothiazines,&nbsp;tricyclic antidepressants&nbsp;)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The effect of Egazil is reduced with the concomitant use of metoclopramide (for nausea and <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/stomach-disease-diarrhea-and-vomiting\/\">vomiting<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, And Fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Pregnancy<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is limited experience of use during pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Breast-feeding<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Egazil passes into breast milk but is unlikely to affect breastfed infants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving And Using Machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Egazil may affect your eyesight, which may cause you to have difficulty driving. You are responsible for assessing whether you can drive a motor vehicle or perform work requiring sharpened attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects or\u00a0side effects.\u00a0Descriptions of these effects and\u00a0side effects\u00a0can be found in other sections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.\u00a0If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. How To Use Egazil<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.\u00a0Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/li><li>Your doctor will decide on a\u00a0dose\u00a0to suit you.<\/li><li>The recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0for adults is 2-3 tablets twice daily, sometimes 3 times daily.<\/li><li>Egazil is a form of preparation that gives an even effect throughout the day.\u00a0It must\u00a0<strong>not be<\/strong>\u00a0chewed or shared but swallowed whole with at least \u00bd glass of liquid.\u00a0The prolonged-release tablet\u00a0is built around a shell completely insoluble in the stomach.\u00a0Sometimes the tablet&#8217;s shell may come out with the stool, but the active substance has already been absorbed into the body.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Use More Egazil Than You Should \u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if, for example, a child has accidentally ingested the medicine, contact a doctor, hospital, or the Poison Information Center for risk assessment and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Forget To Take Egazil<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not take a double&nbsp;dose&nbsp;to make up for a forgotten tablet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Possible Egazil Side Effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine can cause side effects like all medicines, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Common (&nbsp;<\/em><em>may&nbsp;<\/em><em>affect&nbsp;<\/em><em>up to&nbsp;<\/em><em>1 in&nbsp;<\/em><em>10&nbsp;<\/em><em>people&nbsp;<\/em><em>)<\/em>&nbsp;:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Reduced saliva production with\u00a0a dry mouth<\/li><li>Reduced tear production<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/constipation\/\">Constipation<\/a><\/li><li>Visual disturbances in the form of blur and difficulty focusing the gaze<\/li><li>Difficulty emptying the bladder<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Rare (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people)<\/em>&nbsp;:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Hives\u00a0and other allergic skin reactions<\/li><li>Disorders of the heart rhythm<\/li><li>Slowed emptying of stomach contents and intestine<\/li><li>Confusion<\/li><li>Hallucinations<\/li><li>Nightmares<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Elderly patients may be more susceptible to developing psychological\u00a0side effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. How To Store Egazil<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children.<\/li><li>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the carton.\u00a0The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.\u00a0Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are no longer required.\u00a0These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Contents Of The Packaging And Other Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content Declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substance is hyoscyamine sulfate.\u00a01 tablet contains 0.2 mg hyoscyamine sulfate.<\/li><li>The other ingredients are mannitol, magnesium stearate, polyvinyl chloride, ethylcellulose, and hydroxypropyl cellulose.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Other ingredients are included to give the\u00a0prolonged-release tablet the\u00a0right properties so it can be manufactured.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What The Medicine Looks Like And The Contents Of The Pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>White, round, biconvex tablet with a diameter of 7 mm.<\/li><li>Plastic jar with 250 tablets.<\/li><li>Pressure pack with 100 tablets.<\/li><li>Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Manufacturer<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ReciPharm Stockholm AB, Jordbro.<br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>egazil is used to treat gastrointestinal diseases such as spasms, peptic ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, pancreatitis, colic, and cystitis.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"cybocfi_hide_featured_image":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[2205,2200],"tags":[4651,4653,4654,4647,2213,2211,4652,4648],"class_list":["post-7968","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-e","category-medicines","tag-egazil","tag-egazil-side-effects","tag-egazil-tablet","tag-hyoscyamine-sulphate","tag-medicines","tag-tablets","tag-what-is-egazil","tag-what-is-hyoscyamine-sulphate"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7968","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7968"}],"version-history":[{"count":50,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7968\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":47189,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7968\/revisions\/47189"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7968"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7968"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7968"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}