Stoptussin Fito-Teva (extracts of thyme, plantain) syrup 100 ml. vial

Description

Stoptussin Fito-Teva (extracts of thyme, plantain) syrup 100 ml. vial

Composition

active substances: liquid thyme extract (Thymi herba extractum fluidum ethanolum), creeping thyme extract liquid alcohol (Serpylli herba extractum fluidum ethanolum), plantain extract liquid alcohol (Plantaginis folium extractum fluidum ethanolum);

100 ml of syrup contain: thyme extract of liquid alcohol (Thymi herba extractum fluidum ethanolum) (1: 1.11 extractant – ethanol 25% (m / m)) 4.1624 g; extract of thyme creeping liquid alcohol (Serpylli herba extractum fluidum ethanolum) (1: 1.2 extractant – ethanol 25% (m / m)) 4.1630 g; plantain extract of liquid alcohol (Plantaginis folium extractum fluidum ethanolum) (1: 1.1 extractant – ethanol 34% (m / m)) 4.1666 g;

Excipients: honey (purified), sodium benzoate (E 211), sucrose, glycerin (85%), purified water.

Dosage form

Syrup.

Main physical and chemical properties: brown syrup with the smell of thyme. Over time, a small precipitate may form that does not affect the effectiveness of the drug.

Pharmacotherapeutic group

Combined preparations containing expectorants.
ATX code R05C A10.

Pharmacological properties

The syrup contains extracts of thyme and plantain, which provide mucolytic, antitussive, expectorant, secretomotor and anti-inflammatory effects. The drug acts on the surface of the mucous membranes, especially the respiratory tract, reducing the viscosity of sputum, thereby separating it from the walls of the mucous membrane and modulating cough. Stoptussin Fito-Teva syrup also has antiseptic and disinfectant action (mainly due to thyme). The drug also showed antibacterial and antifungal activity in in vitro testing on gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, fungi and yeast, mainly due to thymol and carvacrol contained in the essential oil. The effect of the drug is confirmed by pharmacological data, comparative and observational clinical studies.

Indications

Stoptussin Fito-Teva syrup is used to improve sputum discharge in case of dry, unproductive cough that occurs in acute and chronic inflammatory and infectious diseases of the respiratory tract.

Contraindications

Stoptussin Fito-Teva syrup is not prescribed for hypersensitivity to the components of the drug and beekeeping products.
In addition, the drug is not prescribed for patients who suffer from gastroesophageal reflux disease, reflux esophagitis, gastritis with high acidity, as well as ulcerative lesions of the stomach and duodenum.
The use of Stopussin Fito with antitussive drugs is not recommended, since suppression of the cough reflex can cause excessive accumulation of sputum and blockage of the airways.
When appointing Stoptussin Fito, athletes need to remember that due to the presence of ethanol in its composition, its intake can give a positive result during a doping test.

Application during pregnancy and lactation

Stoptussin Fito-Teva syrup in the treatment of lactating and pregnant women is used only in extreme cases and by the decision of a doctor, since its safety for this category of patients has not been confirmed by appropriate clinical studies.

Method of administration and dosage

Before using the drug Stoptussin Fito-Teva syrup, children over 4 years of age should consult a doctor.

Children aged 4 to 12 years: 5-10 ml 3 times daily after meals (to avoid loss of appetite).

Children over 12 years of age, adults and elderly patients: no more than 15 ml 4 times a day.

To take the drug, use a measuring cap that is included in the package.

The duration of treatment is determined by the doctor individually.

If symptoms persist for more than 1 week, shortness of breath, fever, purulent or bloody sputum appear, seek medical advice.

Children

The drug should be used in children over 4 years of age according to the indications.

Overdose

Cases of an overdose with Stopussin Fito have not been registered, however, with prolonged use of syrup in high doses, nausea and vomiting may develop. To stabilize the patient’s condition, the stomach is washed and activated carbon is prescribed.

Side effects

When Stoptussin Fito is taken with increased sensitivity to the components of the drug, patients develop shortness of breath, skin rashes, urticaria, facial edema, edema of the mucous membrane of the mouth and throat and anaphylactic shock. Also, some patients may experience such gastrointestinal disorders as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, intestinal colic.