Sinekod - instructions for use, analogs, reviews and release forms (pills or tablets 20 mg, drops, syrup) of a medicinal preparation for cough treatment in adults, children and during pregnancy. Composition
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Sinekod - antitussive drug of central action, does not apply to opium alkaloids either chemically or pharmacologically. Suppresses cough, having direct influence on the cough center. Has bronchodilator effect. Helps to facilitate breathing, improving the indices of spirometry and oxygenation of the blood.
Pharmacokinetics
After ingestion, the sinecode is quickly and completely absorbed. Metabolites are excreted mainly in the urine, and metabolites with acid reaction are largely associated with glucuronic acid.
Composition
Butamirate citrate + auxiliary substances.
Indications
- symptomatic treatment of dry cough of different etiology: in whooping cough, suppression of cough in the pre- and postoperative period, during surgical interventions, bronchoscopy.
Forms of release
Dragee 20 mg (sometimes mistakenly called pills).
Drops for ingestion for children 5 mg / ml.
Syrup.
Instructions for use and dosage
Drops for ingestion and syrup should be taken before meals. For children under the age of 3 years, use the drug in the form of drops for oral administration. Before using the drug in children under 2 years old, consult a doctor.
Drops for ingestion for children are prescribed:
Children from 2 months to 1 year - 10 drops 4 times a day;
Children from 1 year to 3 years - 15 drops 4 times a day;
Children 3 years and older - 25 drops 4 times a day.
The syrup is prescribed:
Children from 3 to 6 years - 5 ml 3 times a day;
Children from 6 to 12 years - 10 ml 3 times a day;
Children 12 years and older - 15 ml 3 times a day;
Adults - 15 ml 4 times a day.
When taking the drug in the form of a syrup should use a measuring cap (attached). The measuring cap should be washed and dried after each use.
If the cough persists for more than 7 days, you should consult a doctor.
Side effect
- dizziness;
- drowsiness;
- nausea;
- diarrhea;
- exanthema;
- allergic reactions.
Contraindications
- children age up to 2 months. (for drops);
- children under 3 years (for syrup);
- pregnancy;
- lactation period;
- hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.
Application in pregnancy and lactation
There were no controlled clinical studies in pregnant women. In this regard, Sinecode should not be used in the first trimester of pregnancy. In 2 and 3 trimesters, the use of Sinecode is possible given the benefits to the mother and the potential risk to the fetus.
Given the lack of data on the isolation of butamirate (active ingredient in the Sinekod preparation) with breast milk, administration of the drug during lactation is not recommended.
In animal studies, there were no undesirable effects on the fetus.
special instructions
Due to the fact that Sinecode suppresses the cough effect, simultaneous use of expectorants should be avoided in order to avoid congestion of the sputum in the respiratory tract with the risk of developing bronchospasm and respiratory tract infection.
As sweetening additives, drops for ingestion and syrup contain sorbitol and saccharin, so the drug can be prescribed to patients with diabetes mellitus.
Impact on the ability to drive vehicles and manage mechanisms
Sinecode can cause drowsiness, so caution should be exercised when driving vehicles and performing work that requires attention (for example, when working with mechanisms) after taking the drug.
Drug Interactions
The drug interaction of butamirate is not described.
Analogues of the drug Sinekod
Structural analogs for the active substance:
- Butamirate citrate;
- Omnitus;
- Panathus;
- Panathus Forte.
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