Pulmodox 100 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 110.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Doxophylline |
| Company | Unimed unihealth pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Bronchial asthma
- Bronchospasm
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Pulmonary disease with spastic bronchial component
Pharmacology
- Novel bronchodilator
- Structurally differs from Theophylline
- Selective inhibition of phosphodiesterase 4
- Relaxes bronchial smooth muscle
- Decreased affinities toward adenosine A1 and A2 receptors
- Inhibition of platelet activating factor (PAF) and generation of leukotriene production
Dosage & Administration
- Recommended dosage for elderly
- Recommended dosage for adults
- Dosage for children above 12 years of age
- Dosage for children 6-12 years of age
- Use of Doxophylline SR tablet for specific daily doses
Interaction
- Avoidance of concurrent administration with other xanthine preparations
- Limiting consumption of beverages and food containing caffeine
- Caution in administering with ephedrine or other sympathomimetic drugs
- Possible reduction in hepatic clearance with concurrent administration of certain drugs
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to the drug or other xanthine derivatives
- Acute myocardial infarction
- Hypotension
- Lactation
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Epigastric pain
- Headache
- Irritability
- Insomnia
- Tachycardia
- Extrasystoles
- Tachypnea
- Possible hyperglycemia or albuminuria
- Severe cardiac arrhythmias in case of overdose
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Caution in use during pregnancy and lactation
- Insufficient clinical evidence about effects during pregnancy
Precautions & Warnings
- Possible reduction in hepatic clearance with various factors
- Caution in administering to patients with specific conditions or diseases
Overdose Effects
- Possible severe cardiac arrhythmias
- Tonic-clonic seizure
- Symptomatic treatment of cardiovascular collapse in case of overdose
Therapeutic Class
- Bronchodilator
- Methyl xanthine derivatives
Storage Conditions
- Storage in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children