Butabrom Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Butabrom Tablet Information

Butabrom Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bronchitis. Other than this, Butabrom Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Butabrom Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Butabrom Tablet include Drowsiness, Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting. Such side effects of Butabrom Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Butabrom Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Butabrom Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Butabrom Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Butabrom Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Butabrom Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Butabrom Benefits & Uses
Butabrom Dosage & How to Take
Butabrom Side Effects
Butabrom Related Warnings
Butabrom Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Butabrom
Butabrom Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Butabrom Tablet Benefits & Uses

Butabrom Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bronchitis

Other Benefits

Butabrom Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Salbutamol (2 mg) Etofylline (200 mg) Bromhexine (8 mg)/Tablet
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Salbutamol (2 mg) Etofylline (200 mg) Bromhexine (8 mg)/Tablet, dose for 6 years and older children
Adult	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Salbutamol (2 mg) Etofylline (200 mg) Bromhexine (8 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Salbutamol (2 mg) Etofylline (200 mg) Bromhexine (8 mg)/Tablet

Butabrom Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Butabrom Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Butabrom may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Butabrom again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Butabrom Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Butabrom. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Butabrom Tablet on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Butabrom on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Butabrom Tablet on the Liver?

Butabrom is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Butabrom Tablet on the Heart?

Using Butabrom does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Butabrom Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Butabrom Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Butabrom Tablet

Is this Butabrom Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Butabrom Tablet has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Butabrom Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Butabrom Tablet can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Butabrom Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Butabrom Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Butabrom Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Butabrom Tablet

Taking Butabrom Tablet with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Butabrom Tablet

Consumption of alcohol and Butabrom Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Butabrom Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Butabrom help with cough?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Butabrom help in providing relief from cough, chest tightness and wheezing in asthma and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) which is caused by narrowing of the airways.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Butabrom affect blood pressure?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Butabrom affects the blood pressure and can cause low blood pressure (hypotension) but this occurs only in a few cases who are taking more than recommended doses.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Butabrom work?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Butabrom is a bronchodilator which causes widening of bronchial smooth muscles present in lungs which get tightened causing a constriction. Due to the constriction, the air cannot pass in and out of your lungs, and the relaxation of these bronchial muscles results in dilation of airways. This drug helps the patients breathe more easily which provides relief to the patient from the symptoms such as a cough, wheezing, and chest tightness.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Butabrom?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Butabrom is a brand name of salbutamol. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called selective beta-2-adrenoreceptor agonists (bronchodilators). It is available in forms of tablets, suspensions, and inhalers. It is mainly used to provide relief from bronchospasm in asthma and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). Patients with long-term respiratory infections are also prescribed Butabrom to get instant relief from breathing difficulties.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Butabrom cause drowsiness?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Butabrom causes drowsiness or dizziness but it occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug. Do not take up activities such as driving while taking this drug.