Butasiv

Butasiv5 mg/ml

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Indications of Butasiv 5 mg/ml

whooping cough and cough due to acute lower respiratory tract infections (tracheitislaryngitisbronchitis) etc.

Theropeutic Class

Cough suppressant

Pharmacology

Butasiv 5 mg/ml belongs to the anti-cough medicines of central action.

Absorption

It exerts expectorant, moderate bronchodilating and anti-inflammatory action.

Distribution

Butasiv 5 mg/ml also increases the spirometery indexes and blood oxygenation.

Metabolism

The active metabolites of Butasiv 5 mg/ml have also antitussive action.

Dosage & Administration of Butasiv 5 mg/ml

Tablet
Dosage:Adult: 2-3 tablets daily at 8 to 12 hours intervals, Adolescents over 12 years old: 1-2 tablets daily
Syrup
Dosage:Children (3-6 years): 5 ml 3 times daily, Children (6-12 years): 10 ml 3 times daily, Adolescent: 15 ml 3 times daily, Adult: 15 ml 4 times daily
Pediatric Drops
Dosage:Children (1-3 years): 0.75 ml 4 times daily, Children (2 months-1 year): 0.50 ml 4 times daily

Dosage of Butasiv 5 mg/ml

Use in adult
Dosage:Butasiv 5 mg/ml 50 mg tablet: 2-3 tablets daily
Butasiv 5 mg/ml syrup
Dosage:15 ml 4 times daily
Use in children & adolescents
Dosage:Butasiv 5 mg/ml 50 mg tablet: Adolescent over 12 years old: 1-2 tablets daily
Butasiv 5 mg/ml syrup
Dosage:Children (3-6 yrs): 5 ml 3 times daily
Children (6-12 yrs)
Dosage:10 ml 3 times daily
Adolescent
Dosage:15 ml 3 times daily
Butasiv 5 mg/ml pediatric drops
Dosage:Children ( 2 months- 1 yrs): 0.50 ml 4 times daily
Children (1-3 yrs)
Dosage:0.75 ml 4 times daily

Interaction of Butasiv 5 mg/ml

Concomitant use with expectorants should be avoided.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to the active ingredient.

Side Effects of Butasiv 5 mg/ml

Tolerance of Butasiv 5 mg/ml is good.Adverse reactions such as rash,nausea,diarrhoea and vertigo have been observed in a few rare cases,resolving after dose reduction or treatment withdrawal.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Butasiv 5 mg/ml should not be used during the first trimester of pregnancy. During the remainder of pregnancy, it can be used if indicated by a physician but with caution. As a general rule, for safety reasons, in the absence of data on elimination of the active substance in breast milk, the benefits of Butasiv 5 mg/ml administration during breast feeding should be carefully weighed against the risks.

Precautions & Warnings

Butasiv 5 mg/ml suppresses the cough reflex and therefore the concomitant use with expectorants should be avoided, since it may lead to mucus retention in the airways, which increases the risk of bronchospasm and respiratory infections. If the cough persists for more than 7 days (more than 3 days in children younger than12 years of age) doctor must be consulted.

Overdose Effects of Butasiv 5 mg/ml

Accidental overdose with Butasiv 5 mg/ml can cause the following symptoms: drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, loss of balance and hypotension. Standard emergency procedures should be followed: activated charcoal, saline laxatives and standard cardio-respiratory resuscitation.

Storage Conditions

Keep away from light and moisture, store below 30°C. Keep all the medicines out of the reach of children.

Drug Classes

Cough suppressant

Mode Of Action

Butasiv 5 mg/ml acts directly on the brain's cough center to suppress cough. Butasiv 5 mg/ml is safe and non-sedating which is neither chemically nor pharmacologically related to opium alkaloids. Butasiv 5 mg/ml is rapidly and completely absorbed after oral administration. Maximum concentration is reached within 9 hours with the sustained-release tablet. This is extremely protein-bound and plasma elimination half-life is about 13 hours. The active metabolites of Butasiv 5 mg/ml have also antitussive action.

Pregnancy

Butasiv 5 mg/ml should not be used during the first trimester of pregnancy. During the remainder of pregnancy, it can be used if indicated by a physician but with caution. As a general rule, for safety reasons, in the absence of data on elimination of the active substance in breast milk, the benefits of Butasiv 5 mg/ml administration during breast feeding should be carefully weighed against the risks.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Butasiv 5 mg/ml used for?

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What is the dosage of Butasiv 5 mg/ml?

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What are the side effects of Butasiv 5 mg/ml?

Tolerance of Butamirate Citrate is good.Adverse reactions such as rash,nausea,diarrhoea and vertigo have been observed in a few rare cases,resolving after dose reduction or treatment withdrawal.

Who should not take Butasiv 5 mg/ml?

Hypersensitivity to the active ingredient.

What precautions should be taken with Butasiv 5 mg/ml?

Butamirate Citrate suppresses the cough reflex and therefore the concomitant use with expectorants should be avoided, since it may lead to mucus retention in the airways, which increases the risk of bronchospasm and respiratory infections. If the cough persists for more than 7 days (more than 3 days in children younger than12 years of age) doctor must be consulted.

Is Butasiv 5 mg/ml safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding?

Butamirate Citrate should not be used during the first trimester of pregnancy. During the remainder of pregnancy, it can be used if indicated by a physician but with caution. As a general rule, for safety reasons, in the absence of data on elimination of the active substance in breast milk, the benefits of Butamirate Citrate administration during breast feeding should be carefully weighed against …

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