Hylac Tablet
Product introduction
Hylac Tablet is used in the treatment of pain due to smooth muscle spasm. It relieves cramps in the stomach, intestine, bladder and ureter. It is also used to relieve the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (symptoms include abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, and diarrhea or constipation).
Hylac Tablet is taken with or without in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are blurred vision, increased heart rate, dryness in mouth, and dilatation of pupil. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine may cause diarrhea, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.
Pregnant women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Hylac Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver and kidney disease or alcohol abuse.
Hylac Tablet is taken with or without in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are blurred vision, increased heart rate, dryness in mouth, and dilatation of pupil. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine may cause diarrhea, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.
Pregnant women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Hylac Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver and kidney disease or alcohol abuse.
Uses of Hylac Tablet
- Treatment of Pain due to smooth muscle spasm
- Treatment of Irritable bowel syndrome
Benefits of Hylac Tablet
In Treatment of Pain due to smooth muscle spasm
Hylac Tablet effectively relieves smooth muscle pain, stiffness or spasm, thereby improving muscle movement. It relaxes the muscles and improves the movement of food. This helps to treat cramps, pain, bloating and discomfort. Take a fiber-rich diet, avoid oily or spicy food and drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated. Eventually, it will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
In Treatment of Irritable bowel syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory disease of the large intestine (colon) that usually needs long-term management. This can lead to bleeding, frequent diarrhea, bloating, flatulence, cramps and stomach pain. Hylac Tablet relaxes the muscles in your stomach and gut (intestine) and gives you relief from these symptoms effectively. Usually, it is used along with other medicines for the management of your condition.
Side effects of Hylac Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Hylac
- Blurred vision
- Increased heart rate
- Dryness in mouth
- Diarrhea
- Dilatation of pupil
How to use Hylac Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Hylac Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Hylac Tablet works
Hylac Tablet is an anticholinergic medication. It works by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby relieving cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Hylac Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Hylac 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 feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Hylac Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Single dose is unlikely to interfere with breastfeeding, milk secretion may decrease during long-term use.
Single dose is unlikely to interfere with breastfeeding, milk secretion may decrease during long-term use.
Driving
UNSAFE
Hylac Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Hylac Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Hylac Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Hylac Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Hylac Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Hylac Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Hylac Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
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Quick tips
- Take it at the same time every day, either with or without food.
- Do not skip any dose and finish the complete course as suggested by the doctor.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Hylac Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- It may cause diarrhea. Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration while taking this medicine.
- Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it may lead to side effects.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Scopolamine Alkaloid
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Anticholinergics
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. What does Hylac Tablet treat and how does it work?
Hylac Tablet is used for treating pain due to smooth muscle spasm. It acts by relaxing the smooth muscles in your stomach and gut (intestine). This gives relief from cramping pain in the stomach and other discomforts like bloating.
Q. Is Hylac Tablet the same as scopolamine?
Scopolamine is the brand name of Hylac Tablet
Q. Is it an anti-histamine?
It is not an anti-histamine
Q. Does Hylac Tablet cause drowsiness or relieve nausea?
Hylac Tablet is known to relieve nausea and may cause drowsiness as a side effect.
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