Bambuterol
Overview
Bambuterol acts as a bronchodilator. Bambuterol dilates the bronchi (air passage) and used in the treatment of asthma ( respiratory tract disease characterized by bronchospasm, wheezing and difficulty in breathing). Bambuterol is the ingredient of many rectal preparations used for the symptomatic relief of haemorrhoids.
Categories
- 25 Drugs acting on the respiratory tract
- 25.1 Anti-asthmatic drugs
Primary Characterstics
Indications
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Pharmacokinetics
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Contraindications
Bambuterol is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity.
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Side Effects
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Dosage
Bambuterol's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose
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Single Dose
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Frequency
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Route
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Instructions
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Adult Dosage
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| 10 to 20 mg | 15 (15) | 24 hourly | PO | Gradually Increased |
Paedriatic Dosage (20kg)
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| 0.5 to 1 mg/kg | 0.75 (0.75) | 24 hourly | Oral | - |
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
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| No data regarding the neonatal dosage details of Bambuterol is available. |
High Risk Groups
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Warning / Precautions
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Storage Conditions
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Interference in Pathology
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Brands / Trade Names of
Bambuterol
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