Brand name: Hyoscine Hydrobromide (DBL) TM
Active ingredients: hyoscine hydrobromide
What it is used for
Hyoscine Injection BP is indicated as a pre-operative medication to produce sedation and amnesia. It is also used pre-operatively to inhibit salivation and excessive secretions of the respiratory tract. Hyoscine hydrobromide is also indicated for the treatment of selected cases of nausea and vomiting resulting from motion sickness, although oral or transdermal administration is more frequently used for this indication.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear colourless to straw coloured solution
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient hyoscine hydrobromide
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
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For side effects, taking other medicines and more
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems