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Ximeprox Tab is a prescription drug belonging to the group of drugs acting on the respiratory tract, with the main ingredient containing Dextromethorphan hydrobromide. The drug is indicated for use in cases of dry cough, chronic cough, cough due to throat and bronchial irritation caused by the common cold or inhalation of irritants such as smoke, pollution,.... of the drug is quite strong, so patients need to be very careful and use it exactly as prescribed by a professional doctor.
1. What is Ximeprox Tab?
Ximeprox Tab is a medicine for cough and respiratory diseases made in Taiwan.
The drug is prepared in the form of tablets, packed in bottles x 100 tablets. Ingredients:
Main ingredients: 15 mg Dextromethorphan hydrobromide Other excipients: Calcium phosphate dibasic, lactose, sunset yellow, potato starch, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, talc.
2. The effect of the drug Ximeprox Tab
Ximeprox Tab is a drug belonging to the group of drugs acting on the respiratory tract, with the main ingredient containing Dextromethorphan hydrobromide - a drug that is quickly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and is effective immediately after 15 - 30 minutes, so it has that effect. are:
Dextromethorphan hydrobromide is an active cough suppressant that acts on the cough center in the medulla oblongata. Although the chemical structure between Dextromethorphan and Morphine is not related, dextromethorphan is most effective when treating chronic cough without accompanying phlegm. For the effective treatment of upper respiratory tract symptoms, dextromethorphan is often used in combination with other agents. Note that the drug does not work in case of cough with expectoration.
The effect of dextromethorphan lasts for 5-6 hours, almost equivalent to the active ingredient codeine. The advantage of dextromethorphan over codeine is that dextromethorphan is less likely to cause gastrointestinal side effects.
Although the toxicity of dextromethorphan is low, very high doses can cause CNS depression.
3. Indications and contraindications
3.1 Indications Like other respiratory medications, Ximeprox Tab is indicated for use in the following cases:
Treatment of cough symptoms caused by throat and bronchial irritation caused by the common cold or Inhaling irritants such as smoke, polluted air, toxic chemicals, dust, etc. A dry or chronic cough without phlegm. 3.2 Contraindications The drug Ximeprox Tab is also not recommended for use in cases that are:
Children under 2 years of age. Patients with hypersensitivity to dextromethorphan or other excipients in the drug. The product contains lactose, so it is not suitable for people with lactose intolerance. The patient is taking MAOIs.
4. Usage and dosage
4.1 How to take the medicine depends on the form of manufacture.
Ximeprox Tab is produced in the form of tablets, packed in plastic bottles with lids, should be taken by drinking directly with water. Do not change the way of taking such as chewing, crushing, because it may affect the pharmacokinetics of the drug. The best time to take the drug is after meals, the time between doses is at least 4 - 8 hours apart. 4.2 Dosage Prescribe dosage based on age and severity of disease. The dosage of each person will be prescribed individually, namely:
Adults and children > 12 years old: 1 tablet / time / 4 hours or 2 tablets / time / 6 - 8 hours, but maximum use only 4 tablets / 24 hours. Children 6 -12 years old: 1⁄2 tablets / time / 4 hours, or 2 tablets / time / 6 - 8 hours, maximum use not more than 4 tablets / 24 hours. Children 2 - 6 years old: 1⁄4 tablets / time / 6 - 8 hours, maximum 2 tablets / 24 hours. After 6-8 hours, add the next time. Elderly people: Dosage as adults. Patients at risk of respiratory failure and pharyngitis last no more than 7 days. Do not arbitrarily change the dose of the drug unless directed by a qualified medical professional. The effectiveness of the drug depends on the site of absorption.
5. Drug interactions
When using Ximeprox Tab at the same time, two or more drugs can often occur undesirable drug interactions leading to antagonism or synergism. Therefore, patients should be careful not to share Ximeprox Tab with some of the drugs listed below:
MAO inhibitors. Central nervous system depressants: increase the inhibitory effect. Quinidine inhibits cytochrome P4s9 2D6 can reduce the transfer of special foods that cause cough or use of alcohol, beer, tobacco... because it can cause very dangerous reactions. Read the instructions for use carefully or consult a medical professional.
6. Side effects
Despite carefully weighing the benefits as well as the risks that the drug brings. However, during the course of taking the drug due to many reasons, patients can still experience side effects.
Some unwanted side effects may occur when taking Ximeprox Tab, specifically:
Common: Fatigue, fast heart rate, dizziness, nausea, red hot,... Uncommon: Itching, rash urticaria, ... Rare: skin rash, mild drowsiness, gastrointestinal disturbances, poisoning, neurological disorders, respiratory failure,... The above is not a summary of all effects. Side of the drug Ximeprox Tab. Therefore, during treatment with the drug, patients may experience other side effects. So, if in the process of taking the drug, the patient detects any strange symptoms not specified in the instructions for use of the drug from the manufacturer, go to the emergency room immediately for early treatment.
7. Note when using
In order for the body to respond well and avoid risks, you need to note the following:
Pay attention to patients with phlegm and chronic cough or emphysema. The patient is suffering from or is being treated for respiratory failure. Using dextromethorphan can cause allergies to sensitive sites. If the drug is used in high doses or abused for many times, it can cause nerve depression. When using the drug for people with liver and kidney failure, it is necessary to use the right dose and simply according to the indications. Pregnant and nursing mothers should not use this medicine regularly. The drug has certain effects on the nervous system, digestive system, excretory system, so patients need to be careful when using the drug when driving, entering office data, doing activities,... Immediately notify doctor if abnormality is found. Read all information carefully and consult more customer reviews. After taking the medicine and still not improving, talk to your doctor to change the medicine or combine it with another suitable drug.
8. Over-treatment or missed dose
This case happens a lot and not everyone knows how to handle it. Therefore, the patient needs to know how to handle each specific case such as:
Overdose: If you take an overdose, the body will appear dangerous abnormalities such as vomiting, convulsions, coma, abdominal pain. , ... family members should immediately call the Emergency Center or immediately take them to the nearest medical center for appropriate treatment such as prompting vomiting, detoxification,... At the same time, relatives, please provide your doctor's name of medications you are taking, including prescription and non-prescription drugs. Missed dose: Take it as soon as you remember, but if it is too close to your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose as directed. Note to arbitrarily double the dose. Ximeprox Tab is a prescription drug belonging to the group of drugs acting on the respiratory tract, with the main ingredient containing Dextromethorphan hydrobromide, so the drug is indicated for use in cases of dry cough, chronic cough, cough due to throat and bronchial irritation. by the common cold or inhaling irritants such as smoke, pollution, .... The pharmacology of the drug is quite strong, so the patient needs to be very careful and use it exactly as prescribed by a specialist doctor. .
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