Bambuterol
Generic medicine reference
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 hemorrhoids.
Indications
Bambuterol is primarily indicated in conditions like Persistent Asthma, Bronchitis, Emphysema, Obstructive airway disease.
Contraindications
Bambuterol is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity, Liver dysfunction, Pregnancy.
Side Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Bambuterol, which give rise to further complications include Tonic muscle cramps. The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Bambuterol are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Headache, Palpitation, Tremor, Dizziness, Fatigue.
Warnings
Bambuterol is not recommended in patients with severe impaired liver function. It should be used with caution in patients with thyrotoxicosis and in patients with severe cardiovascular disorders. It is not suitable for the relief of acute bronchospasm or in patients with unstable respiratory disease.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers, and patients suffering from Liver Malfunction. If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
10 to 20 mg (15 (15)) 24 hourly PO — Gradually Increased
Child Dosage
0.5 to 1 mg/kg (0.75 (0.75)) 24 hourly Oral — -
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
Bambuterol is known to interact with other drugs, the details of drug interactions is as follows:DrugDetailsSeverityOnsetManagementDigoxinIncreased automaticity.Monitor ECG for arrhythmias.IndacaterolConcomitant use with other inhaled, long acting beta2-adrenergic drugs may result in an overdosenot recommendedMivacurium (Cl)Pancuronium (Br)SalmeterolSuxamethonium (Cl)Bambuterol enhances effects of Suxamethonium.TheophyllineIncreased risk of hyporkalemia when high doses of Bambuterol given with Theophylline.Vecuronium (Br) These interactions are sometimes beneficial and sometimes may pose threats to life. Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.
Storage
Tab Store in a well closed container, at room temperature, Below 30°C.
Available Brands in Pakistan
9 active brands listed alphabetically.
BAMBEC
ActiveBARRETT HODGSON PAKISTAN (PVT) LTD.
DML: BAMBEC
Tabs
BAMBUSCOT
ActiveSCOTMANN PHARMACEUTICALS
DML: BAMBUSCOT
Tabs
BAMBUZAF
ActiveZAFA PHARMACEUTICAL LABORATORIES (PVT) LTD.
DML: BAMBUZAF
TabsSyrup
BAMTEL
ActiveSCHAZOO ZAKA
DML: BAMTEL
Tabs
BASTHMA
ActiveKINSA PHARMACEUTICALS
DML: BASTHMA
Tabs
BTNO
ActiveGENIX PHARMA (PVT) LTD
DML: BTNO
SyrupTabs
BUTRAL
ActiveSHAHEEN PHARMACEUTICALS
DML: BUTRAL
SyrupTabs
PULMITAC
ActivePLATINUM PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT.) LTD.
DML: PULMITAC
Tabs
PULMITEROL
ActiveKAIZEN PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD.
DML: PULMITEROL
TabsSoln
For educational purposes only. Check current guidelines and consult a qualified healthcare professional before making clinical decisions.