Mirakof SR 50 mg (Tablet (Sustained Release))

Unit Price: ৳ 10.07 (3 x 10: ৳ 302.10)
Strip Price: ৳ 100.70

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Butamirate citrate
Company Square pharmaceuticals plc
Also available as
Mirakof 75 mg syrup Mirakof 5 mg pediatric drop

Indications

  • Relief of dry cough
  • Pre & post-operative cough sedation
  • Acute cough of any etiology
  • Whooping cough
  • Cough due to lower respiratory tract infections

Pharmacology

  • Butamirate Citrate acts on the brain's cough center
  • Safe and non-sedating
  • Rapid and complete absorption
  • Extremely protein-bound
  • Active metabolites with antitussive action

Dosage & Administration

  • Butamirate Citrate 50 mg tablet: 2-3 tablets daily for adults
  • Butamirate Citrate syrup: 15 ml 4 times daily for adults
  • Specific dosages for adolescents and children based on age

Interaction

  • Avoid concomitant use with expectorants

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to the active ingredient

Side Effects

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

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Avoid use during first trimester of pregnancy
  • Caution during the remainder of pregnancy
  • Carefully weigh benefits and risks during breastfeeding

Precautions & Warnings

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

Overdose Effects

  • Possible symptoms include drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of balance, and hypotension
  • Standard emergency procedures should be followed

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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