Butil 7.5 mg/5 ml (Syrup)

100 ml bottle: ৳ 80.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Butamirate citrate
Company	Globe pharmaceuticals ltd

Indications

Relieves dry cough
Pre & post-operative cough sedation
Used in acute cough of any etiology
Treatment for whooping cough
Relieves cough due to lower respiratory tract infections

Pharmacology

Acts directly on brain's cough center
Suppresses cough
Non-sedating
Rapid and complete absorption after oral administration
Sustained-release tablet
Protein-bound
Plasma elimination half-life of about 13 hours
Active metabolites with antitussive action

Dosage & Administration

Adult dosage: 2-3 tablets daily
Adult syrup dosage: 15 ml 4 times daily
Adolescent dosage: 1-2 tablets daily
Children (3-6 yrs) syrup dosage: 5 ml 3 times daily
Children (6-12 yrs) syrup dosage: 10 ml 3 times daily
Adolescent syrup dosage: 15 ml 3 times daily
Children (2 months-1 yr) pediatric drops dosage: 0.50 ml 4 times daily
Children (1-3 yrs) pediatric drops dosage: 0.75 ml 4 times daily

Interaction

Avoid concomitant use with expectorants

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to the active ingredient

Side Effects

Good tolerance
Adverse reactions such as rash, nausea, diarrhea, and vertigo in rare cases

Pregnancy & Lactation

Avoid use during first trimester
Use with caution during remainder of pregnancy
Carefully weigh benefits against risks during breastfeeding

Precautions & Warnings

Avoid concomitant use with expectorants
Consult doctor if cough persists for more than 7 days (3 days in children under 12)

Overdose Effects

Symptoms: drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of balance, hypotension
Emergency procedures: activated charcoal, saline laxatives, cardio-respiratory resuscitation

Therapeutic Class

Cough suppressant

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C
Keep away from light and moisture
Keep out of the reach of children

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