Bupec 7.5 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 80.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Butamirate citrate |
| Company | Labaid pharma ltd |
Indications
- Relieves dry cough
- Used for pre & post-operative sedation
- Effective for acute cough of any etiology
- Treatment for whooping cough
- Alleviates cough due to lower respiratory infections
Pharmacology
- Acts directly on the brain's cough center
- Safe and non-sedating
- Rapid and complete absorption after oral administration
- Extremely protein-bound
- Long plasma elimination half-life
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 yrs): 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
- Tolerance: Good
- Adverse reactions:
- Rash
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Vertigo
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Use in first trimester: Not recommended
- Use during the remainder of pregnancy: Caution advised, physician recommendation needed
- Breastfeeding: Benefits should be carefully weighed against the risks
Precautions & Warnings
- Avoid concomitant use with expectorants
- Consult a doctor if cough persists for more than 7 days
Overdose Effects
Symptoms include drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of balance, and hypotension
Therapeutic Class
Cough suppressant
Storage Conditions
Keep away from light and moisture, store below 30°C, keep out of reach of children