1. What is Atussin medicine?
Atussin 60ml is formulated as a syrup, making it suitable for children. Atussin 60ml syrup is manufactured by the United Pharmaceutical Joint Stock Company. The main ingredients of the medicine include:
- Dextromethorphan HBr:
Dextromethorphan is effective in treating chronic, non-productive cough. At the therapeutic dose, the cough-suppressant effect of the drug lasts for 5–6 hours.
Dextromethorphan HBr is rapidly absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract. Its effect begins within 15–30 minutes after ingestion and lasts for 6–8 hours. The drug is metabolized in the liver and excreted in urine both in its unchanged form and as demethylated metabolites, among which dextrophan also has a mild cough-suppressant effect.
- Chlorpheniramine Maleate:
This is an antihistamine with anticholinergic effects, which may vary in intensity among individuals. Chlorpheniramine exerts its antihistamine effect through competitive blockade of H1 receptors on target cells.
The drug is well absorbed following oral administration and reaches plasma levels within 30 to 60 minutes. Peak plasma concentration is reached within 2.5 to 6 hours after ingestion.
- Expectorants
Sodium Citrate has moisturizing properties and plays a role in maintaining pH. Glyceryl Guaiacolate acts as an expectorant by reducing mucus viscosity.
2. What is the therapeutic effect of Atussin?
Atussin 60ml syrup is effective in controlling coughs caused by conditions such as colds, flu, tuberculosis, asthma, whooping cough, measles, pneumonia, bronchiolitis, pharyngitis, laryngitis, pleurisy, excessive smoking, inhalation of irritants, and psychogenic cough.
3. Dosage instructions for Atussin 60ml
Patients should take Atussin syrup every 6 to 8 hours, or as prescribed by a doctor or pharmacist.
The following are dosage recommendations for Atussin syrup:
- For children aged 2 to 6 years: Administer 5ml (approximately 1 teaspoon).
- For children aged 7 to 12 years: Administer 10ml (approximately 2 teaspoons).
- For adults and children over 12 years: Administer 15ml (approximately 3 teaspoons).
- For children under 2 years of age, consult a doctor before administering the medication.
4. Precautions when using Atussin syrup
- An overdose of Atussin 60ml syrup may result in symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, nystagmus, urinary retention, hallucinations, fatigue, dizziness, headache, tachycardia, diarrhea, flushing, urticaria, drowsiness, and sedation.
- If a dose is missed, it should be taken as soon as it is remembered. However, if the time to the next dose is too short, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed dose.
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a healthcare provider before using Atussin syrup.
- Atussin syrup may cause drowsiness; therefore, it is advised not to operate vehicles, machinery, or other modes of transportation while using this medication.
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