Buratuss SR 50 mg (Tablet (Sustained Release))

Unit Price: ৳ 10.00 (2 x 15: ৳ 300.00)

Strip Price: ৳ 150.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Butamirate citrate
Company	Beximco pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as	Buratuss 75 mg syrup Buratuss 5 mg pediatric drop

Title

Buratuss SR Cough Suppressant

Categories

Medicine
Cough & Cold Relief

Indications

Relieves dry (non-productive) cough
Pre & post-operative cough sedation
Acute cough of any etiology
Whooping cough
Cough due to acute lower respiratory tract infections

Pharmacology

Acts on the brain's cough center to suppress cough
Rapid and complete absorption after oral administration
Sustained-release tablet with a maximum concentration reached within 9 hours
Antitussive action of active metabolites

Dosage & Administration

Adult dosage: Butamirate Citrate 50 mg tablet: 2-3 tablets daily
Adult dosage: Butamirate Citrate syrup: 15 ml 4 times daily
Children dosage: Varies by age and formulation (tablet, syrup, pediatric drops)

Interaction

Contraindicated with concomitant use of expectorants

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to the active ingredient

Side Effects

Good tolerance observed
Rare adverse reactions including rash, nausea, diarrhea, vertigo

Pregnancy & Lactation

Avoid use during the first trimester of pregnancy
Caution advised during the remainder of pregnancy
Carefully weigh benefits against risks during breastfeeding

Precautions & Warnings

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

Overdose Effects

Symptoms: Drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of balance, hypotension
Standard emergency procedures may include activated charcoal, saline laxatives, cardio-respiratory resuscitation

Therapeutic Class

Cough suppressant

Storage Conditions

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

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