Buscopan

[Biccylova]

I went to Lloyds pharmacy and asked for buscopan, but they wouldn't sell me any as I haven't got IBS, is this stuff dangerous? recommended by sqad I thought it would be the answer to my bloating problem, I am confused now, I was asked what other meds I am on and the lady said I shouldn't have it without asking my Doctor which means waiting for two weeks to get an appointment, I take clopidogrel, perindopril, simvastatin and lansoprazole, can someone explain this please? as I thought it was something I could buy off the shelf.

[Jackdaw33]

1. Never tell the pharmacist your medication.
2. If you buy some medication tell them you've been taking it for years and your doctor approves.

[Sqad]

Biccyclova....I am so sorry.....it is a drug as aspirin and paracetamol are, there are side effects and possibly , very possibly side drug interactions BUT these are present whether you have IBS or any other condition.
Go to another chemist and tell them that you have IBS....how are they to know?

[Jackdaw33]

3 If it was dangerous they wouldn't be selling it over the counter. I have had cause to be grateful for it on more than one occasion. It provides instant relief from painful stomach cramps.

[EcclesCake]

You can buy it off the shelf in most supermarkets.

The box does state that it should only be taken under the advice of GP.

[Biccylova]

Thanks for that folks, now I shall go and get some, I suppose they were doing things by the book, I shall know better another time.

[Jackdaw33]

Q. Are you on any other medication?
A. (You) No!

[woofgang]

I buy it online.

[Biccylova]

well well, it works, just like that, took some as soon as I got home, its the most comfortable night I've had for about three weeks thanks everyone.

[Patsy33]

Good aren't they? :-)

[Jackdaw33]

Good to hear. I swear by it for gut ache.