Bu-ci
Bu-ci Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
Bu-ci Citrate belongs to the anti-cough medicines of central action. It exerts expectorant, moderate bronchodilating and anti-inflammatory action. Bu-ci Citrate also increases the spirometery indexes and blood oxygenation. It is safe and non-sedating which is neither chemically nor pharmacologically related to opium alkaloids. The active metabolites of Bu-ci Citrate have also antitussive action.
Trade Name | Bu-ci |
Generic | Butamirate |
Butamirate Other Names | Butamirate |
Type | Tablet |
Formula | C18H29NO3 |
Weight | Average: 307.434 Monoisotopic: 307.214743798 |
Groups | Experimental |
Therapeutic Class | Cough suppressant |
Manufacturer | Lloyd Lab Inc, Lloyd Lab, Inc, |
Available Country | Philippines |
Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
Bu-ci Citrate is used for acute cough of any etiology, suppression of pre-& post-operative cough in surgery & bronchoscopy and suppression of whooping cough.
Bu-ci is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Cough
Dosage
Bu-ci dosage
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.
PediatricDrops:
- Children (1-3 years): 0.75 ml 4 times daily,
- Children (2 months-1 year): 0.50 ml 4 times daily.
Side Effects
Tolerance of Bu-ci Citrate is good. Adverse reactions such as rash, nausea, diarrhea and vertigo have been observed in a few rare cases, resolving after dose reduction or treatment withdrawal.
Precaution
Avoid simultanous administration of expectorants. Minor influence on the ability to drive & use machines. Avoid during pregnancy (1st 3 months) & lactation.
Tablet: Rare hereditary problems of galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption.
Syrup: Sorbitol: Rare hereditary problems of fructose intolerance. Contains ethanol.
Interaction
Avoid use with expectorants.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding use
Bu-ci 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 Bu-ci Citrate administration during breast feeding should be carefully weighed against the risks.
Contraindication
Bu-ci Citrate is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any component of the formulation.
Acute Overdose
Accidental overdose with Bu-ci Citrate can cause the following symptoms: drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of balance and hypotension. Standard emergency procedures should be followed: activated charcoal, saline laxatives and standard cardio-respiratory resuscitation.
Storage Condition
Do not store above 30 0 C. Keep away from light and out of the reach of children.
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