
Hyocimax-S Tablet
Hyoscyamine (0.125mg)
by Zydus Cadila
strip of 10 disintegrating strips
About this medicine
Hyocimax-S Tablet is used for pain relief. It relieves cramps or spasms of the stomach, intestines and bladder. It is also used to treat stomach and intestinal disorders, including peptic ulcer and irritable bowel syndrome. Hyocimax-S Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach or at least 30-60 minutes before a meal. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. This medicine should be taken at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you are also prescribed with antacids, then maintain a gap of at least 1 hour between two medicines. Constipation, dryness in the mouth and headache are some common side effects of this medicine. Most of these usually go away within a short time. If you are bothered by them or they go on for longer, talk to your doctor or nurse. It is advisable to stay hydrated or drink plenty of fluids to overcome mouth dryness and headache. You should not drive if this medicine makes you feel dizzy. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have a history of liver or kidney disease or have history of ulcerative colitis. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
Uses
- Treatment of Peptic ulcer disease
- Treatment of Irritable bowel syndrome
- Pain relief
Benefits
In treatment of Peptic ulcer disease
Hyocimax-S Tablet is used to treat peptic ulcers. It reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes which prevents further damage to the ulcer as it heals naturally. You may be given other medicines depending on what caused the ulcer. You need to keep taking the medicine as it is prescribed for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear. It may also be prescribed to prevent ulcers from forming by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach.
How it works
Hyocimax-S Tablet is an anti-muscarinic. It works by decreasing the stomach secretions such as mucus and acids to relax the gut muscles. By doing this, it relieves abdominal cramps and pain.
How to use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the strips/film with wet hands. Keep it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Hyocimax-S Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Common side effects
- Constipation
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Dryness in mouth
- Difficulty in urination
- Lightheadedness
- Headache
- Blurred vision
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Increased sensitivity to light
Safety advice
- AlcoholUNSAFE
- Hyocimax-S Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Hyocimax-S Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast feedingCAUTION
- Hyocimax-S Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
- DrivingUNSAFE
- Hyocimax-S Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. As Hyocimax-S Tablet may cause drowsiness, dizziness or blurred vision which may impair driving.
- KidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
- Hyocimax-S Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Hyocimax-S Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
- LiverSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
- Hyocimax-S Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Hyocimax-S Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Hyocimax-S Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\\n
Quick facts
- Chemical Class
- Herbals
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Gastro intestinal
- Action Class
- Herbal
Frequently asked questions
Is Hyocimax-S Tablet over the counter?
No. Hyocimax-S Tablet is not an over the counter (OTC) drug. It can be obtained only on producing a valid prescription
Is Hyocimax-S Tablet a steroid/ narcotic/ sulfa drug?
No. It does not have a chemical structure or effects similar to steroids or sulfa drugs
Is Hyocimax-S Tablet a muscle relaxer?
Hyocimax-S Tablet blocks the action of a chemical called acetylcholine, and relaxes muscles of stomach and intestine and provides relief from abdominal cramps
Does Hyocimax-S Tablet help with pain?
However, by reducing muscle contractions it provides relief from pain due to cramps
Can I take hyoscyamine with Benadryl/ Xanax/ Prevacid/ Omeprazole/ ibuprofen/ Tylenol/ Aleve?
Hyoscyamine has no known harmful interaction with active ingredients in Benadryl, Xanax (alprazolam), Prevacid (lansoprazole), omeprazole, ibuprofen, Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Aleve (naproxen). Please inform your doctor about all medication you are currently taking to avoid any harmful drug interaction
Can I take Imodium/ Bentyl/ Percocet with Hyocimax-S Tablet?
Concomitant use of Hyocimax-S Tablet with Imodium (loperamide), Bentyl (dicyclomine) and Percocet (acetaminophen + oxycodone) can cause harmful drug interactions and should be avoided. Please inform your doctor about all medication you are currently taking to avoid any harmful drug interaction
Does Hyocimax-S Tablet cause or stop diarrhea?
Treatment with Hyocimax-S Tablet may be helpful in controlling diarrhea associated with bowel spams; however, it can aggravate constipation. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience diarrhea as a side effect of Hyocimax-S Tablet treatment
Does Hyocimax-S Tablet help with gas/ nausea?
Hyocimax-S Tablet may provide relief from gas or nausea if they are symptoms of intestinal bowel syndrome or other gastrointestinal problems for which Hyocimax-S Tablet is given as a treatment. Nausea is also a common side effect of Hyocimax-S Tablet treatment
Does Hyocimax-S Tablet cause constipation?
Constipation is a common side effect of Hyocimax-S Tablet treatment.
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Zydus Cadila
- Salt composition
- Hyoscyamine (0.125mg)
- Pack
- strip of 10 disintegrating strips
- Dosage form
- Tablet
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.