This is an automatically translated article.
What is Bricanyl Expectorant? Bricanyl Expectorant belongs to the group of drugs that act on the respiratory tract. Refer to the article below for more information about the uses of Bricanyl Expectorant.
1. Uses of Bricanyl Expectorant
Bricanyl Expectorant medicine contains the main ingredients including the active ingredients Terbutalin sulphate with a strength of 18mg and Guaifenesin with a strength of 798mg. The drug is prepared in the form of syrup, packaged in a box of 1 bottle with a capacity of 60ml. In which:
Active ingredient Terbutaline has the ability to relax uterus, bronchial smooth muscle through selective stimulation on Bricanyl Expectorantta-2 receptors. Terbutaline is often used in the treatment of cough with phlegm, because it Increases the clearance of the mucociliary system in obstructive pulmonary disease thereby making the transport of mucus easier to aid in the removal of sputum from the body. Active ingredient Guaifenesin lubricates the respiratory tract, loosens sputum, and therefore has the ability to loosen phlegm. Bricanyl Expectorant is indicated for use in the relief of cough due to bronchial asthma, productive cough, dry cough, expectorant expectorant, emphysema, bronchitis, acute upper respiratory tract infection, bronchiectasis. management and other related diseases.
The use of Bricanyl Expectorant is not indicated in the following cases:
Cases where the patient has hypersensitivity to any ingredient of the drug, including the main ingredients and excipients in the drug Bricanyl Expectorant. Bricanyl Expectorant should not be used by pregnant or lactating women.
2. How to take and dose of Bricanyl Expectorant
2.1. How to use Bricanyl Expectorant Bricanyl Expectorant is made in syrup form, so patients use this drug orally. Be sure to shake the bottle well before use to mix the excipients in Bricanyl Expectorant.
2.2. Dosage of the drug Bricanyl Expectorant Adults: Use 2 to 3 times / day, each time with a dose of 10 to 15 ml. Children have a divided dose based on age or weight: 0.075mg or 0.25ml/kg body weight, use 2 to 3 times a day.
In children from 7 to 15 years old: 2 to 3 times a day, 5 to 10 ml each time. In children from 3 to 6 years old: 2 to 3 times a day, 2.5 to 5 ml each time. In children under 3 years old: 2 to 3 times/day, 2.5 ml each time.
3. Undesirable effects
During treatment with Bricanyl Expectorant, in addition to the effects of the drug, patients may also experience the following undesirable effects:
Very common side effects: headache, tremor. Common side effects: palpitations, tachycardia, cramps, muscle stiffness, hypokalemia. Rare side effects: nausea, ischemic heart disease, arrhythmia (suppressive supraventricular tachycardia, atrial fibrillation, extrasystoles), restlessness, hyperactivity, sleep disturbance, easy-like behavior agitation, skin rash and urticaria. The extent of each adverse reaction depends on the route of administration and the dose used. Most of these side effects will usually go away within 1 to 2 weeks of treatment.
4. Drug interactions
Beta-blockers (especially non-selective ones) when combined with Bricanyl Expectorant have the potential to interact, which may block all or part of the action of Beta-agonists. It is recommended that patients before starting treatment with Bricanyl Expectorant need to name other drugs or supplements that have been and are being used because it may affect the effectiveness of treatment. Foods and drinks such as tobacco, alcohol, alcoholic beverages and fermentation can change the ingredients in Bricanyl Expectorant, affecting the treatment results.
5. Precautions when using Bricanyl Expectorant
In patients with increased sensitivity to sympathomimetic amines such as hyperthyroidism, caution should be exercised when Bricanyl Expectorant is indicated. For patients with asthma and diabetes, additional monitoring of blood glucose tests is required when starting drug therapy. Bricanyl Expectorant should be used with caution in patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, hypokalemia, patients with thyrotoxicosis, and serious underlying heart disease (severe heart failure, arrhythmia, ischemic heart disease). The patient has jobs related to operating machinery and driving. It is necessary to adhere to the correct dose according to the treatment regimen of the doctor, do not use the medicine that has expired. Patients need to carefully read the instructions for use before taking Bricanyl Expectorant. Store Bricanyl Expectorant in a cool, dry place, avoid direct sunlight exposure, appropriate storage temperature from 25 to 30oC. Keep out of reach of children to avoid using the wrong medicine with unwanted effects.
Please dial HOTLINE for more information or register for an appointment HERE. Download MyVinmec app to make appointments faster and to manage your bookings easily.
