Cofof 7.5 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 80.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Butamirate citrate |
| Company | Euro pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- relieves dry (non-productive) cough
- pre & post-operative cough sedation
- acute cough of any etiology
- whooping cough
- cough due to acute lower respiratory tract infections
Pharmacology
- acts directly on the brain's cough center to suppress cough
- safe and non-sedating
- rapid and complete absorption after oral administration
- extremely protein-bound
- plasma elimination half-life of about 13 hours
- 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
- Butamirate Citrate 50 mg tablet: 1-2 tablets daily for adolescents over 12 years old
- Butamirate Citrate syrup: 5 ml 3 times daily for children (3-6 yrs)
- Butamirate Citrate syrup: 10 ml 3 times daily for children (6-12 yrs)
- Butamirate Citrate syrup: 15 ml 3 times daily for adolescents
- Butamirate Citrate pediatric drops: 0.50 ml 4 times daily for children (2 months-1 yr)
- Butamirate Citrate pediatric drops: 0.75 ml 4 times daily for children (1-3 yrs)
Interaction
- Concomitant use with expectorants should be avoided
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to the active ingredient
Side Effects
- Tolerance of Cofof is good
- rash
- nausea
- diarrhoea
- vertigo
Pregnancy & Lactation
- not recommended during the first trimester of pregnancy
- caution advised during the remainder of pregnancy
- carefully weigh benefits against risks during breastfeeding
Precautions & Warnings
- suppresses the cough reflex
- avoid concomitant use with expectorants
- consult doctor if cough persists for more than 7 days (more than 3 days in children younger than 12 years of age)
Overdose Effects
- drowsiness
- nausea
- vomiting
- diarrhoea
- 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 the reach of children