Venterol10mg
Type:Tablet
Generic Name:Bambuterol Hydrochloride
Manufacturer:The Ibn Sina Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.
Price:৳1.50
Indication
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), Asthma.
Adult Dose
Adult: PO 10-20 mg/day at bedtime. Hepatic impairment: Severe: Not recommended.
Renal Dose
Renal impairment: CrCl (ml/min) <50 Initial dose should be halved.
Contraindication
Severe hepatic impairment; cirrhosis.
Mode of Action
Bambuterol HCl is a prodrug of terbutaline. It relaxes bronchial smooth muscle by selectively acting on ?2-receptors.
Precaution
DM, hyperthyroidism, myocardial insufficiency, arrhythmias, susceptibility to QT-interval prolongation. Pregnancy.
Side Effect
Fine tremor of skeletal muscle (e.g. hands), palpitations and muscle cramps; tachycardia, tenseness and peripheral vasodilation.
Interaction
Risk of hypokalaemia increased by co-admin of corticosteroids, diuretics or xanthines. Prolong the action of drugs e.g. suxamethonium.
