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DrO

Posted on Friday, Oct 1, 2004 - 9:03 am:

Buscospan has been used for years in Europe for colic but has just recently received approval in the USA.

N-butylscopolammonium bromide (Tradename Buscopan and also called hyoscine is older literature) is classified as a anti-spasmotic or spasmolytic drug that works on the smooth muscles of the body. It is primarily used for the treatment of spasmodic colic in horses and many preparations are used in combination with dipyrone. This article contains information about it's use, efficacy, and toxicity in horses.

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DrO
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Redalert

Posted on Wednesday, Oct 20, 2004 - 7:31 pm:

Can we still get Dipyrone in the U.S. I used to use it quite frequently on my farm for mild pain ...I miss it! Sorry, I just noticed mention of its use in combination with"Bucospan"! Also, my vet said that Bucospan was used quite frequently in Europe BEFORE rectal palpation because of its effect, thereby making it easier to palpate, But it was not recommended for ileum impaction, which one would not know until palpation. That, plus the effect of raising the heart rate and respiration made us reluctant to use it! What do you think?
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DrO

Posted on Thursday, Oct 21, 2004 - 8:28 am:

I believe dipyrone has been removed from the market here, do to lack of proven efficacy, yet seems like I still see it at the conventions...

The comment on the Buscopan is interesting, particular its use for straining on rectal. I had not considered this. I do not plan to put it on my truck at this time because efficacy tests are not very good and I am very satisfied with regular doses of flunixin is nonsurgical cases and somewhat satisfied by 1/2 doses in surgical disease.
DrO
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Christos

Posted on Sunday, Oct 24, 2004 - 8:55 am:

Thanks for the article and your comments, Doctor.
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