Gitas: function, dosage, side effects, how to use

Use

What is it used for?

Gitas is a brand of injectable drugs. The main content of this drug is hyoscine butylbromide or it can also be called scopolamine.

This drug belongs to the class of antispasmodic drugs. This medication is used to relieve cramps in the stomach, intestines, bladder and urethra.

This drug can also treat nausea and vomiting due to motion sickness or from anesthesia given while surgical procedures are in progress.

This drug is a type of prescription drug, so you can only use it if it is accompanied by a prescription from your doctor.

How do I use gitas?

The following are some of the things you should watch out for if you are using this medication, including:

This drug is given by injection through a muscle or vein.
Tell the doctor who treats your various conditions that you are using this drug.
This medicine may affect some health test results. Notify the health laboratory personnel or the doctor who asked you to do a medical test if you use gitas

How do I save gitas?

This drug is best stored in the following manner.

Store this medication at room temperature.
Do not store this medication in a humid place such as the bathroom.
Keep this medication away from exposure to sunlight and direct light.
Do not store and freeze this medication in the freezer.
Keep this medication out of reach of children and pets.

Meanwhile, immediately discard this medicine if it is no longer used or if the medicine has expired. Do not throw this medicine away with household waste. Also, do not throw this medicine in the toilet or other sewer because it can pollute the environment.

If you do not know how to dispose of a good medicine, ask your pharmacist about how to dispose of drug waste that is appropriate and safe for the environment.

Dose

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What is the adult dosage for teeth?

Usual dosage: 10-20 mg given through a muscle, through a vein, or via subcutaneous.
Maximum dose used per day: 100 mg

What are the children's doses of teeth?

The dosage for use of this drug for children has not been determined. Consult your doctor if you want to use this drug in children. Learn about the potential benefits and risks of using the drug and only use this medication if the benefits outweigh the risks.

In what doses is it available?

Gitas is available as an injection liquid, 20 mg / mL

Side effects

What side effects may occur after using gitas?

The use of sugar can also cause symptoms of drug side effects. Usually, symptoms of side effects appear in the form of health conditions, ranging from mild to quite serious.

Symptoms of drug side effects that may arise are:

Dizzy
Drowsiness hit
Dry lips
Diarrhea
Stomach hurts
Sore throat
Can't rest

The side effects above are minor side effects that will disappear over time. However, if this condition does not go away or gets worse, contact your doctor immediately.

Meanwhile, serious side effects are:

Dizziness or fainting
The heart beats fast
Dazed
Can't urinate
Temporary loss of vision, eye pain, and eye irritation
Red eyes
Enlarged pupils
Seizures
Can't speak
Hallucinations
Gasping for breath
The body feels hot

If you experience these side effects, stop using the drug immediately and get medical attention.

Warnings & Precautions

What should be known before using gitas?

Before you use this drug, things you should know are:

Ask your doctor if you can use this medication if you have an allergy to scopolamine or hyoscine.
Tell your doctor all types of allergies you have, including allergies to drugs, food, preservatives, dyes, to animals.
Tell your doctor all the types of drugs you use, from prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs, herbal medicines, dietary supplements, to multivitamins.
Tell your doctor any health conditions you have, such as glaucoma, a very fast heart rhythm, heart failure, myasthenia gravis, or difficulty urinating.
Avoid activities such as driving, or doing other activities that require high concentration and your eyesight, because using this drug can cause side effects such as temporary loss of vision.
Ask your doctor if doing sports in water is safe if you are using this medicine.
When using this medicine, you will be irritated by too bright light. So don't forget to always have sunglasses ready.
Do not stop using this drug suddenly. Ask your doctor how to stop using drugs safely.
Do not give this medicine to children.
If you are giving this medicine to a patient over 65 years of age, make sure that it is still safe to use for their condition.

Is it safe to use for pregnant and lactating women?

It is still not certain whether this drug is safe to use for pregnant and lactating women. However, this drug is included in the risk of pregnancy category C according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or the equivalent of the Food and Drug Administration (BPOM) in Indonesia. The following references the pregnancy risk categories according to the FDA:

A = No risk,
B = not at risk in several studies,
C = May be risky,
D = There is positive evidence of risk,
X = Contraindicated,
N = Unknown

Interaction

What drugs can interact with the kidney?

If two or more drugs are taken at the same time, drug interactions can occur. These interactions can increase the risk of side effects or change how the drug works. However, on the other hand, interactions may also be the best treatment for you.

Other drugs that may interact with the kidney include:

atropine
Benadryl (diphenhydramine)
Dramamine (dimenhydrinate)
meclizine
morphine
Norco (acetaminophen / hydrocodone)
Paracetamil (acetaminophen)
Reglan (metoclopramide)
Tylenol (acetaminophen)
Vitamin B12
Vitamin C
Vitamin D3

Tell your doctor all types of drugs you are using so that the doctor can help you determine the appropriate dosage.

What foods and alcohol can interact with the kidney?

Certain foods can also interact with medications if they are used at the same time. If there is an interaction it may cause side effects to increase or to change the way the drug works.

However, considering this drug is a drug that is used by injection and is not consumed by mouth, the possibility of this drug to interact with other drugs is very small.

What health conditions can interact with the kidney?

The health conditions in your body can also interact with the drugs you are taking. Therefore, tell your doctor about any health conditions you have, including: