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Indications & Uses
Ancopan is indicated for:
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Oral- Adults: 20 mg, four times a day. For spasmodic dysmenorrhea, treatment should ideally begin at least two days before the expected start of menstruation and continue for up to three days after the period starts. Children (6 to 12 years): 10 mg, three times a day, or as directed by a physician. Injection- Adults (Intramuscular or Intravenous): The usual dose is 20 mg (1 ampoule). If necessary, this dose can be repeated after 30 minutes. During endoscopy, this dose may need to be administered more frequently.
Side Effects
The side effects of Hysocin include: Dry mouth and dry skin. Pupil dilation (mydriasis) and increased intraocular pressure. Flushing. Bradycardia (slow heart rate) followed by tachycardia (fast heart rate) and arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat). Occasionally, fatigue, vomiting, giddiness (dizziness), and staggering may occur.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Precautions: Hysocin can cause drowsiness and decrease mental alertness. Patients undergoing treatment with Hysocin should not drive, operate vehicles, or handle machinery where a lack of mental focus could cause accidents. Patients should also abstain from consuming alcohol.Warnings: Cardiovascular Conditions: Caution should be exercised in conditions like thyrotoxicosis, cardiac insufficiency or failure, and cardiac surgery, as Hysocin can further increase the heart rate. Drug Interactions: Concurrent administration with other anticholinergic drugs—such as amantadine, certain antihistamines, butyrophenones, phenothiazines, and tricyclic antidepressants—may enhance the effect of Hysocin. In such cases, the dosage of Hysocin may need to be reduced.
Contraindications
This medication is contraindicated (should not be used) in patients with: Prostatic enlargement (BPH). It must be used with caution in elderly patients. Paralytic ileus or pyloric stenosis. Glaucoma, due to the risk of mydriatic damage (increased pressure inside the eye).