Meera SR 50 mg (Tablet (Sustained Release))
Unit Price: ৳ 10.00 (2 x 10: ৳ 200.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 100.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Butamirate citrate |
| Company | Delta pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Relieves dry cough
- Pre & post-operative cough sedation
- Treats acute cough of any etiology
- Addresses whooping cough
- Manages cough due to respiratory tract infections
Pharmacology
- Acts directly on brain's cough center
- Suppresses cough
- Rapid and complete absorption after oral administration
- Safe and non-sedating
- Has antitussive action
Dosage & Administration
- Use in adult:
- Butamirate Citrate 50 mg tablet: 2-3 tablets daily
- Butamirate Citrate syrup: 15 ml 4 times daily
- Use in children & adolescents:
- Butamirate Citrate 50 mg tablet: Adolescent over 12 years old: 1-2 tablets daily
- Butamirate Citrate syrup: Children (3-6 yrs): 5 ml 3 times daily, Children (6-12 yrs): 10 ml 3 times daily, Adolescent: 15 ml 3 times daily
- Butamirate Citrate pediatric drops: Children (2 months-1 yr): 0.50 ml 4 times daily, Children (1-3 yrs): 0.75 ml 4 times daily
Interaction
Concomitant use with expectorants should be avoided
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to the active ingredient
Side Effects
- Rash
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Vertigo
Pregnancy & Lactation
Should not be used during the first trimester of pregnancy. During the remainder of pregnancy, it can be used if indicated by a physician but with caution. Benefits should be carefully weighed against the risks during breastfeeding.
Precautions & Warnings
- Suppresses the cough reflex
- Concomitant use with expectorants should be avoided
- Doctor must be consulted if cough persists for more than 7 days
Overdose Effects
- Drowsiness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Loss of balance
- Hypotension
Therapeutic Class
Cough suppressant
Storage Conditions
Keep away from light and moisture, store below 30°C. Keep out of the reach of children