Hikin
Hikin Products are primarily used for
Pain due to smooth muscle spasm
About Hikin Products
Uses of Hikin Products
Hyoscine butylbromide is used in the treatment of pain due to smooth muscle spasm. It is used to relieve cramps in the muscles of stomach, intestine, bladder and ureter. It can also be used to relieve the symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
Hikin Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Hikin are Nausea, Diarrhea, Constipation, Vomiting, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Heartburn, Confusion, Vertigo, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Sweating, Increased liver enzymes, Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils), Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Low blood platelets, Purpura, Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood), Breathlessness, Ringing in ear, Abdominal pain, Flatulence, Dyspepsia, Gastritis, Depression.
How Hikin Products work
Hyoscine butylbromide 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.
Patient Concerns about Hikin Products
Frequently asked questions about Hikin Products
Frequently asked questions about Hyoscine butylbromide
Q. What is Hikin Injection used for?
Hikin Injection is used to relieve acute muscle spasms of the stomach, intestines, bile ducts, or urinary tract. It is commonly prescribed in conditions such as renal colic and biliary colic, and is also used during certain diagnostic procedures (such as endoscopy or imaging tests) to reduce spasm and pain.
Q. How is Hikin Injection given?
Hikin Injection is given into a muscle or a vein by a doctor or a nurse. In adults, one injection is usually given and may be repeated after 30 minutes if needed. The injection into a vein should be given slowly to reduce the risk of sudden blood pressure changes.
Q. Who should not receive Hikin Injection?
This medicine should not be used in people with conditions such as narrow-angle glaucoma, intestinal blockage, enlarged prostate with urinary retention, myasthenia gravis, megacolon, or fast heart rate (tachycardia). It is also contraindicated in patients who are allergic to hyoscine butylbromide or its ingredients.
Q. What are the possible side effects of Hikin Injection?
Common side effects include dry mouth, dizziness, constipation, and a fast heartbeat. Rarely, serious allergic reactions such as difficulty breathing or a sudden drop in blood pressure may occur. Patients should seek immediate medical attention if severe reactions develop.