Medulax 50 mg (Tablet (Sustained Release))

Unit Price: ৳ 10.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 300.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 100.00

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Butamirate citrate
Company Nipro jmi pharma ltd
Also available as
Medulax 75 mg syrup

Indications

  • Relieves dry cough
  • Pre & post-operative cough sedation
  • Acute cough relief
  • Whooping cough relief
  • Relief from cough due to respiratory tract infections

Pharmacology

  • Acts directly on brain's cough center
  • Safe and non-sedating
  • Rapid and complete absorption after oral administration
  • Antitussive action

Dosage & Administration

  • Adult dosage: 2-3 tablets daily
  • Adult syrup dosage: 15 ml 4 times daily
  • Children tablet dosage: 1-2 tablets daily
  • Children syrup dosage: Varies by age
  • Pediatric drops dosage: Varies by age

Interaction

  • Avoid concomitant use with expectorants

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to the active ingredient

Side Effects

  • Good tolerance observed
  • Rare adverse reactions: rash, nausea, diarrhea, vertigo

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Avoid use during first trimester of pregnancy
  • 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 years)

Overdose Effects

  • Symptoms of accidental overdose: drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of balance, hypotension
  • Standard emergency procedures: 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 reach of children

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