Bukof 7.5 mg/5 ml (Syrup)

100 ml bottle: ৳ 80.24

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Butamirate citrate
Company Beacon pharmaceuticals plc
Also available as
Bukof 50 mg tablet Bukof kids 5 mg pediatric drop Bukof d 75 mg syrup

Indications

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

Pharmacology

  • Acts directly on the brain's cough center
  • Safe and non-sedating
  • Rapid and complete absorption after oral administration
  • Sustained-release tablet
  • 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
  • Adolescent dosage: Butamirate Citrate 50 mg tablet - 1-2 tablets daily
  • Children (3-6 yrs) dosage: Butamirate Citrate syrup - 5 ml 3 times daily
  • Children (6-12 yrs) dosage: Butamirate Citrate syrup - 10 ml 3 times daily

Interaction

  • Avoid concomitant use with expectorants

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to the active ingredient

Side Effects

  • Good tolerance
  • Adverse reactions observed in rare cases (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 <12 years)

Overdose Effects

  • Symptoms: drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of balance, hypotension
  • Follow standard emergency procedures

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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