Dextromethorphan + Terpin hydrate Pharmacology

Dextromethorphan + Terpin hydrate

About Dextromethorphan + Terpin hydrate
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Mechanism of Action of Dextromethorphan + Terpin hydrate
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Pharmacokinets of Dextromethorphan + Terpin hydrate
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Onset of Action for Dextromethorphan + Terpin hydrate
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Duration of Action for Dextromethorphan + Terpin hydrate
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Half Life of Dextromethorphan + Terpin hydrate
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Side Effects of Dextromethorphan + Terpin hydrate
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Contra-indications of Dextromethorphan + Terpin hydrate
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Special Precautions while taking Dextromethorphan + Terpin hydrate
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Pregnancy Related Information
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Old Age Related Information
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Breast Feeding Related Information
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Children Related Information
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Indications for Dextromethorphan + Terpin hydrate
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Interactions for Dextromethorphan + Terpin hydrate
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Typical Dosage for Dextromethorphan + Terpin hydrate
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Schedule of Dextromethorphan + Terpin hydrate
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Storage Requirements for Dextromethorphan + Terpin hydrate
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Effects of Missed Dosage of Dextromethorphan + Terpin hydrate
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Effects of Overdose of Dextromethorphan + Terpin hydrate
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Dextromethorphan

About Dextromethorphan
A synthetic morphine (((dextrorotatory methyl ether of Levorphanol))) derivative,A synthetic narcotic antitussive.
Mechanism of Action of Dextromethorphan
Dextromethorphan hydrobromide is a selective antitussive which raises threshold of cough centre and suppresses the cough reflex by direct action on the cough centre in the medulla. It does not depress mucociliary function of the airway mucosa and is also devoid of constipating and addicting actions. (((Its antitussive action is not exerted through opioid receptors)))
Pharmacokinets of Dextromethorphan
Absorption: Well absorbed orally, Metabolism: Extensively metabolized by liver, Excretion: Excreted primarily through urine as metabolites; about 7 to 10% is excreted through faeces.
Onset of Action for Dextromethorphan
Below ? an hour
Duration of Action for Dextromethorphan
3 to 6 hours
Half Life of Dextromethorphan
11 hours
Side Effects of Dextromethorphan
1. Dizziness
2. Nausea
3. Vomiting
4. Stomach pain
5. Drowsiness
6. Ataxia.
Contra-indications of Dextromethorphan
Patients currently taking MAO inhibitors or within two weeks of discontinuing MAO inhibitors.
Special Precautions while taking Dextromethorphan
1. Atopic children
2. Sedated or deliberate patients
3. Those patients confined to the supine position
4. Patients sensitive to aspirin
Pregnancy Related Information
Contraindicated
Old Age Related Information
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Breast Feeding Related Information
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Children Related Information
May be used
Children below 2 years: Syrup, tablets, or lozenges are contraindicated
Indications for Dextromethorphan
Chronic nonproductive cough.
Interactions for Dextromethorphan
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Typical Dosage for Dextromethorphan
Oral:
Chronic nonproductive cough:
Adults and children above 12 years: 10 to 20mg every 4 hours; or 30mg three to four times daily.
Maximum dose: 120mg daily.
Children (((age 6 to 12))): 5 to 10mg every four hours
Maximum dose: 60mg daily
Children (((age 2 to 6))): 2.5 to 5mg every four hours.
Maximum dose: 30mg daily.
Schedule of Dextromethorphan
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Storage Requirements for Dextromethorphan
Store at room temperature in a well closed light resistant container. Protect from excess heat and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Dextromethorphan
Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Effects of Overdose of Dextromethorphan
Remove drug from the body by administration of activated charcoal and provide symptomatic treatment and supportive measures.

Terpin Hydrate

About Terpin Hydrate
Hydrate of the diatomic alcohol terpin, An expectorant.
Mechanism of Action of Terpin Hydrate
Terpene hydrate directly stimulates the tubuloacinar glands in the respiratory system and increases respiratory tract fluid secretion.
Pharmacokinets of Terpin Hydrate
Pharmaco Kinetic
It is absorbed orally or as inhalation
Onset of Action for Terpin Hydrate
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Duration of Action for Terpin Hydrate
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Half Life of Terpin Hydrate
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Side Effects of Terpin Hydrate
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Contra-indications of Terpin Hydrate
Productive cough
Special Precautions while taking Terpin Hydrate
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Pregnancy Related Information
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Old Age Related Information
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Breast Feeding Related Information
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Children Related Information
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Indications for Terpin Hydrate
1.Control of non- productive cough
2.Mechanical irritation of the bronchi
3.Infectious diseases
4.Limit the exhaustion and fatigue associated with coughing at night
5.Structural defects (e.g., collapsing trachea)
Interactions for Terpin Hydrate
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Typical Dosage for Terpin Hydrate
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Schedule of Terpin Hydrate
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Storage Requirements for Terpin Hydrate
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Effects of Missed Dosage of Terpin Hydrate
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Effects of Overdose of Terpin Hydrate
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