Miraten 5 mg/ml (Pediatric Drops)
15 ml bottle: ৳ 50.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Butamirate citrate |
| Company | Eskayef pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Relieves dry cough
- Pre & post-operative cough sedation
- Acute cough of any etiology
- Whooping cough
- Cough due to acute lower respiratory tract infections
Pharmacology
- Acts directly on the brain's cough center to suppress cough
- Safe and non-sedating
- Not related to opium alkaloids
- Rapid and complete absorption after oral administration
- Maximum concentration reached within 9 hours
- Extremely protein-bound
- Plasma elimination half-life is about 13 hours
- Active metabolites also have antitussive action
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dosage: 2-3 tablets daily
- Adult dosage: 15 ml syrup 4 times daily
- Adolescent dosage: 1-2 tablets daily
- Children dosage (3-6 yrs): 5 ml syrup 3 times daily
- Children dosage (6-12 yrs): 10 ml syrup 3 times daily
- Adolescent dosage: 15 ml syrup 3 times daily
- Children dosage (2 months-1 yr): 0.50 ml pediatric drops 4 times daily
- Children dosage (1-3 yrs): 0.75 ml pediatric drops 4 times daily
Interaction
- Avoid concomitant use with expectorants
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to the active ingredient
Side Effects
- Good tolerance observed
- Adverse reactions including rash, nausea, diarrhea, and vertigo in rare cases
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Avoid use during the first trimester of pregnancy
- Caution in remainder of pregnancy if indicated by a physician
- Carefully weigh benefits against risks during breastfeeding
Precautions & Warnings
- Suppresses cough reflex
- Avoid concomitant use with expectorants
- Consult doctor if cough persists for more than 7 days (3 days in children <12 yrs)
Overdose Effects
- Accidental overdose symptoms: drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of balance, hypotension
- Follow standard emergency procedures
Therapeutic Class
- Cough suppressant
Storage Conditions
- Keep away from light and moisture
- Store below 30°C
- Keep out of reach of children