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Tussibic7.5 mg/5 ml
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Medicine overview
Indications of Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml
whooping cough and cough due to acute lower respiratory tract infections (tracheitislaryngitisbronchitis) etc.
Theropeutic Class
Cough suppressant
Pharmacology
Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml belongs to the anti-cough medicines of central action.
Absorption
It exerts expectorant, moderate bronchodilating and anti-inflammatory action.
Distribution
Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml also increases the spirometery indexes and blood oxygenation.
Metabolism
The active metabolites of Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml have also antitussive action.
Dosage & Administration of Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 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
| Condition | Dosage | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tablet | Adult: 2-3 tablets daily at 8 to 12 hours intervals, Adolescents over 12 years old: 1-2 tablets daily | |
| Syrup | 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 | Children (1-3 years): 0.75 ml 4 times daily, Children (2 months-1 year): 0.50 ml 4 times daily |
Dosage of Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml
Use in adult
Dosage:Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml 50 mg tablet: 2-3 tablets daily
Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml syrup
Dosage:15 ml 4 times daily
Use in children & adolescents
Dosage:Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml 50 mg tablet: Adolescent over 12 years old: 1-2 tablets daily
Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 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
Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 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
| Condition | Dosage | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Use in adult | Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml 50 mg tablet: 2-3 tablets daily | |
| Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml syrup | 15 ml 4 times daily | |
| Use in children & adolescents | Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml 50 mg tablet: Adolescent over 12 years old: 1-2 tablets daily | |
| Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml 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 | |
| Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml pediatric drops | Children ( 2 months- 1 yrs): 0.50 ml 4 times daily | |
| Children (1-3 yrs) | 0.75 ml 4 times daily |
Interaction of Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml
Concomitant use with expectorants should be avoided.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to the active ingredient.
Side Effects of Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml
Tolerance of Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 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
Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 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 Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml administration during breast feeding should be carefully weighed against the risks.
Precautions & Warnings
Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 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 Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml
Accidental overdose with Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 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
Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml acts directly on the brain's cough center to suppress cough. Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml is safe and non-sedating which is neither chemically nor pharmacologically related to opium alkaloids. Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 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 Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml have also antitussive action.
Pregnancy
Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 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 Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml administration during breast feeding should be carefully weighed against the risks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml used for?
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What is the dosage of Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml?
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…
What are the side effects of Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 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 Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 ml?
Hypersensitivity to the active ingredient.
What precautions should be taken with Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 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 Tussibic 7.5 mg/5 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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