Aerodyl 10 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 1.51 (10 x 10: ৳ 151.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 15.10
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Bambuterol hydrochloride |
| Company | Silva pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Bronchial asthma
- Chronic bronchitis
- Emphysema
- Other lung diseases
Pharmacology
Bambuterol is a long acting β2 adrenergic receptor agonist used in the treatment of asthma.
Dosage & Administration
- Children 2-5 years: 10 mg (10 ml syrup)
- Children 6-12 years: 10 mg (10 ml syrup) or 20 mg
- Adult: 10 mg, may be increased to 20 mg after 1-2 weeks
Interaction
- Succinylcholin
- MAOIs
- β2-blockers
- Corticosteroids
- Diuretics
- Muscle relaxants
- Sympathomimetic xanthine derivatives
Contraindications
Hepatic impairment, liver cirrhosis or severely impaired liver function
Side Effects
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Palpitation
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Tremor
Pregnancy & Lactation
Caution recommended during first trimester of pregnancy, caution during breastfeeding
Precautions & Warnings
Dose should be reduced in patients with severely impaired renal function, genetic deficiencies of plasma cholineterase, severe ischemic heart disease.
Overdose Effects
No reported case of bambuterol overdosage in humans, symptoms may include headache, anxiety, tremor, nausea, muscle cramps, palpitations, tachycardia, cardiac arrythmias
Therapeutic Class
Short-acting selective & β2-adrenoceptor stimulants
Storage Conditions
Keep below 30°C, away from light & moisture