| Drug Name: | Butylscopolamine |
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| Drug Class: | Anticholinergic |
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| Mechanism of Action: | Blocks the action of acetylcholine at muscarinic receptors, leading to smooth muscle relaxation |
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| Use: | Used to treat abdominal cramps, irritable bowel syndrome, and other gastrointestinal conditions |
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| Side Effects: | Common side effects include dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation, and urinary retention |
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| Contraindications: | Contraindicated in patients with glaucoma, myasthenia gravis, and obstructive uropathy |
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| Specialty: | - Gastroenterology
- Emergency Medicine
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