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Pulmofar 90ml is a cough syrup commonly prescribed by pediatricians for children. The drug is effective in treating coughs caused by colds, allergies or respiratory infections. So what is Pulmofar?
1. What is Pulmofar?
Pulmofar 90ml is a cough syrup for children, manufactured by Pharmedic Company - Vietnam. Pulmofar medicine has the main ingredients including Chlorpheniramine 0.0126g, Dextromethorphan 0.0594g, Terpin hydrate 0.090g, Sodium benzoate 0.450g, Potassium guaiacol sulfonate 0.360g and excipient system. Pulmofar cough syrup is produced in the form of an oral syrup solution, each 90ml bottle. Effects of some active ingredients in Pulmofar:
Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant, used to treat dry cough. This active substance acts on the cough center in the medulla oblongata, at therapeutic doses does not cause respiratory depression. Dextromethorphan after entering the body will be metabolized in the liver and excreted in the urine as unchanged and demethyl metabolites. Chlorpheniramine maleate is an antihistamine for allergies. The majority of chlorpheniramine maleate is metabolised in the liver and excreted by the kidneys, the excretion of which is dependent on pH and urine flow. Terpin hydrate is an ingredient that has an expectorant effect and increases bronchial secretions.
2. Uses of Pulmofar Cough Syrup
Pulmofar cough medicine is indicated for use in the following cases: cough due to colds, allergies and respiratory infections.3. Dosage of Pulmofar . cough syrup
Pulmofar: cough syrup is used orally, the drug is used for children with the following dosage:
From 7 to 12 years old: take Pulmofar 1-2 teaspoons/time, 3-4 times/day. From 2 to 6 years old: take Pulmofar 1 teaspoon/time, 3-4 times/day. The above dosage of Pulmofar drug is for reference only, the specific dose of Pulmofar drug depends on the condition and progression of the disease, in order to have a suitable dose of Pulmofar, it is necessary to consult a doctor or specialist. medical.
4. Overdose of Pulmofar
Symptoms of Pulmofar overdose:
Dextromethorphan in Pulmofar can cause nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, blurred vision, nystagmus, urinary retention; Chlorpheniramine maleate in overdose can cause psychosis, seizures, convulsions, cardiac arrest, arrhythmia. Treatment of Pulmofar overdose: Immediately transfer the patient to the hospital for timely treatment.
If the patient forgets a dose of Pulmofar, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose of Pulmofar, skip the missed dose and take your next dose of Pulmofar at the scheduled time, do not double the prescribed dose of Pulmofar.
5. Side effects of Pulmofar . medicine
When using Pulmofar, patients may experience undesirable effects:
Drowsiness; Constipation ; Dizzy; Nausea, vomiting; Bronchospasm; Skin allergies; Urinary retention. When experiencing side effects of the drug, the patient should stop using it and notify the doctor or go to the nearest medical facility for timely examination and treatment.
6. Contraindications of Pulmofar
Pulmofar is contraindicated for use in the following cases:
Allergy to any ingredient of Pulmofar; Patients with respiratory failure; Asthma cough; The patient is taking MAO inhibitors. Patients with angle-closure glaucoma; People with urinary retention.
7. Precautions when using Pulmofar
Caution when using Pulmofar for the following subjects:
Liver failure. Benign prostatic hypertrophy ; Muscle weakness; Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Pulmofar; . Pulmofar can cause drowsiness, while taking Pulmofar should not drive or operate machinery. Pulmofar should only be used during pregnancy and lactation when clearly needed.
8. Drug interactions of Pulmofar
Chlorpheniramine in Pulmofar may increase the CNS depressant effects of other CNS depressants such as alcohol, barbiturates, tranquilizers...; MAO inhibitors can prolong and increase the anti-acetylcholine effect of antihistamines such as chlorpheniramine found in Pulmofar; Concomitant administration of Pulmofar with CNS depressants may potentiate the CNS depressant effects of these drugs or of the Dextromethorphan component of Pulmofar ; Quinidine will increase the unwanted effects of Dextromethorphan. In short, Pulmofar 90ml is a cough syrup that is often prescribed by pediatricians for use in young children. The drug is effective in treating coughs caused by colds, allergies or respiratory infections. To ensure the effectiveness of treatment and avoid unwanted side effects, patients need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor, professional pharmacist.
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