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Terpin dextromethor is commonly used to relieve cough, expectorant and bronchial secretion disorders. You may experience some unwanted effects while using this medicine. Therefore, it is necessary to use Terpin dextromethor under the guidance of a doctor or pharmacist.
1. Uses of the drug Terpin dextromethor
The main ingredients of the drug Terpin dextromethor are:
Terpin hydrate 100 mg; Dextromethorphan 5mg. Dextromethorphan hydrobromide is a cough suppressant that acts on the respiratory center in the medulla oblongata. Although the chemical structure is related to Morphine, dextromethorphan is not able to provide pain relief and has little sedative effect.
Dextromethorphan is used to relieve coughs caused by mild irritation of the bronchi and throat such as the common cold or inhalation of irritants. Dextromethorphan is most effective in the treatment of chronic, non-productive cough or in combination with other drugs to relieve upper respiratory tract symptoms. This active ingredient has no expectorant effect.
The effect of Dextromethorphan is equivalent to that of Codeine in the treatment of chronic cough. Compared with Codeine, Dextromethorphan is less likely to cause gastrointestinal side effects. With therapeutic doses, the antitussive effect of Dextromethorphan lasts 5-6 hours.
Dextromethorphan has low toxicity, but very high doses can cause central nervous system depression.
Terpin hydrate is effective in loosening mucus in patients with acute or chronic bronchitis and related conditions. Terpin is derived from the sources of turpentine, oregano, thyme, and eucalyptus.
Terpin dextromethor is indicated in the following cases:
Cough, expectorant in adults and children; Treatment of bronchial secretion disorders in bronchopulmonary diseases. The drug Terpin dextromethor is contraindicated in the following cases:
People with hypersensitivity to one of the ingredients of the drug; Persons being treated with MAO inhibitors; Respiratory failure ; Asthma ; Children under 2 years old. Use caution when using Terpin dextromethor in the following cases:
Dextromethorphan should be used with caution in patients with chronic cough or excessive phlegm in smokers, asthma and emphysema, who are at risk of respiratory depression. steam; Terpin dextromethor can cause drowsiness, avoid using with CNS depressants and alcohol.
2. Dosage and how to use Terpin dextromethor
Terpin dextromethor is taken orally.
Dosage of Terpin dextromethor is as follows:
Adults: Take 2 tablets/time x 3 times/day; Children 5-15 years old: Take 1-2 tablets/time x 3 times/day, depending on age; Note: This dosage is for reference only. The specific dose depends on the condition and severity of the disease of each person. To get the right dose of Terpin dextromethor, you need to consult with your doctor.
When using an overdose of Terpin dextromethor, you need to receive supportive treatment, use Naloxone 2mg intravenously, repeat if necessary, the total dose is 10mg.
If you forget a dose of Terpin dextromethor, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose as scheduled. Do not use double the prescribed dose.
3. Terpin dextromethor side effects
When using Terpin dextromethor, you may experience unwanted effects.
Common side effects of Terpin dextromethor include:
Body as a whole: Fatigue, dizziness; Circulatory: Tachycardia ; Gastrointestinal: Nausea; Skin: Urticaria. Rare side effects of Terpin dextromethor include:
Nervous: Occasional mild drowsiness; Gastrointestinal: Digestive disorders. In cases of respiratory depression and central nervous system depression when taking Terpin dextromethor, a dose of 2–10 mg Naloxone given intravenously has a reversible effect.
4. Terpin dextromethor drug interactions
Avoid concomitant use with MAO inhibitors. Concomitant administration of Terpin dextromethor with CNS depressants may enhance the CNS depressant effects of these drugs.
Quinidine is a cytochrome P450 2D6 inhibitor that may reduce the metabolism of dextromethorphan in the liver, increase its serum concentration and other undesirable effects.
In summary, the drug Terpin dextromethor is often used to reduce cough, expectorant and bronchial secretion disorders in bronchopulmonary diseases as prescribed by the doctor. In case of unwanted side effects when using the drug, consult a doctor.
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