Chemisolv

Chemisolv Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.

Chemisolv Citrate belongs to the anti-cough medicines of central action. It exerts expectorant, moderate bronchodilating and anti-inflammatory action. Chemisolv 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 Chemisolv Citrate have also antitussive action.

Trade Name Chemisolv
Generic Butamirate
Butamirate Other Names Butamirate
Type
Formula C18H29NO3
Weight Average: 307.434
Monoisotopic: 307.214743798
Groups Experimental
Therapeutic Class Cough suppressant
Manufacturer
Available Country Greece
Last Updated: September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am
Chemisolv
Chemisolv

Uses

Chemisolv Citrate is used for acute cough of any etiology, suppression of pre-& post-operative cough in surgery & bronchoscopy and suppression of whooping cough.

Chemisolv is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Cough

Dosage

Chemisolv 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 Chemisolv 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

Chemisolv 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 Chemisolv Citrate administration during breast feeding should be carefully weighed against the risks.

Contraindication

Chemisolv Citrate is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any component of the formulation.

Acute Overdose

Accidental overdose with Chemisolv 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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*** Taking medicines without doctor's advice can cause long-term problems.
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