Bisolvon Dry/Bisolvon Dry Junior
Generic Name: Dextromethorphan hydrobromide
Product Name: Bisolvon Dry/Bisolvon Dry Junior
Indication
Used for symptom relief in non-productive cough
Not to be used in asthma, COPD or respiratory failure
Action
Acts by suppressing the cough center in the brain
Dose advice
Adult:
â?¢ 15-30mg 3-4 times daily
Child:
2-5 years: 3mg, 3-4 times daily
>5 years: 7.5-15mg, 3-4 times daily
Not to be used in children < 2years
Pregnancy:
â?¢ Safe to use. ADEC category A
Lactation:
â?¢ No data available but should be safe to use
Schedule
S2
Common side effects
Drowsiness
Constipation
Nausea
Vomiting
Drug Interactions:
Alcohol- increased drowsiness; avoid combined use
CNS depressants- increased respiratory depression; avoid concurrent use
MAOIs- May cause serotonin syndrome; avoid concomitant use
Uncommon side effects
Respiratory depression (rare)
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For further information talk to your doctor.
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