Sinecod SR 50 mg (Tablet (Sustained Release))

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Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Butamirate citrate
Company Sandoz a novartis division

Indications

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

Pharmacology

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

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 yr): 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

  • Rash
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Vertigo

Pregnancy & Lactation

Avoid use in first trimester, use with caution in 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

Overdose Effects

  • Drowsiness
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Loss of balance
  • Hypotension

Therapeutic Class

Cough suppressant

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C, keep away from light and moisture, keep out of reach of children

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