Nothing is more important in our lives than health. And for this reason, even with minor ailments, you should seek the help of professional doctors. Even such an undesirable phenomenon as coughing requires the intervention of medical specialists to prevent the further development of the disease.
This article is devoted to an effective drug that for many years deserved positive reviews from patients - Stoptussin.
Let's consider in more detail what is this drug
Physico-chemical characteristics:
the liquid is transparent viscous, tastes slightly tart and sweetish, color from yellow to yellow-brown.
Composition and form of release:
Available in dark glass bottles with a polyethylene dropper in the form of drops for internal use, 10.25.50 ml.
1 ml of Stoptussin contains:
- Butamirate dihydrogen citrate 4 mg.
- Guaifenesin 100 mg.
Components of the drug:
- Ethanol 96%.
- Liquid Lecorica extract.
- Purified water.
- Polysorbate 80.
- Propylene glycol.
- Fragrance of the Alpine flowers 740025 N.
Pharmacological action of the drug:
Stoptussin (drops) is a combined drug that exhibits expectorant, mucolytic and antitussive effects. This drug is well absorbed by the body and within 7-11 hours, almost all goes through the kidneys and intestines. Due to butamirate, an antitussive effect occurs, at the cough level in the medulla oblongata, it suppresses the cough reflex. Based on codeine, it does not constrain the respiratory center, and therefore it can be used for children under 2 years old. With the help of guineesin, sputum is split, which eventually leaves their bronchial tree.
Indication for use:
Treatment of dry, debilitating, paroxysmal cough in inflammatory and infectious diseases of the respiratory tract.
Stoptussin drops, used in the treatment of:
- Bronchial asthma;
- Laryngitis;
- Pneumonia;
- Tuberculosis;
- Pharyngitis;
- Whooping cough;
- Tracheitis;
- Pneumoconiosis.
- Pregnancy in the first trimester.
- Myasthenia gravis
- It can not be taken during lactation.
- With increased sensitivity to the components of the drug Stoptussin.
- Children up to 6 months.
- During lactation.
Contraindication of the drug.
Side effect, overdose:
If Stoptussin drops are used correctly and the dosage is observed, then the drug is well tolerated. Only about 1% of people have symptoms such as skin rash, diarrhea, vomiting, stomach pain, headache, hives, drowsiness, and nausea.
Usage and recommended doses:
Depending on the weight of the person, the dosage of the drops is different:
- with a weight of up to 7kg- (7 drops) per day 3-4 times;
- with a weight of 7kg to 12kg- (8 drops) per day 3-4 times;
- with a weight of 12 kg to 20 kg (13 drops) per day 3 times;
- with a weight of 20kg to 30kg- (14 drops) per day 3-4 times;
- with a weight of 30 kg to 40 kg (15 drops) per day 3-4 times;
- with a weight of 40 kg to 50 kg (24 drops) per day 3 times;
- with a weight of 50kg to 70kg- (31 drops) per day 3 times;
- with a weight of 70kg- (40 drops) per day 3 times.
Stoptussin drops are applied after a meal. Taking this drug should not have an interval of less than 6-8 hours. Drops should be taken in 100 ml of any liquid (tea, juice, water).
Duration and storage conditions :
Store the drug at a temperature of 10 ° C to 25 ° C in a dry, dark place out of the reach of children. The shelf life of the drug is up to 5 years. After the expiration date - do not take the drug!
Stoptussin (drops), reviews of which are almost always positive, should be taken only after their appointment by a doctor. The opinion of people about this drug can be found on the Internet, as well as learn complete information from pharmacists. Stoptussin for children, the instruction of which is contained in the insert of the drug, has been widely used both in Russia and in other countries. This drug is called Stoptussin-phyto (syrup), it is dispensed in dark glass bottles with a measuring spoon or a measuring cap.