Table of contents:
- Functions & Usage
- What is Vectrine used for?
- How do you use Vectrine?
- How do I store Vectrine?
- Dose
- What is the dose of Vectrine for adults?
- What is the dose of Vectrine for children?
- In what dosages and preparations is Vctrine available?
- Side effects
- What are the possible side effects of Vectrine?
- Precautions & Warnings
- What should be known before using Vectrine?
- Is Vectrine safe for pregnant and breastfeeding women?
- Drug Interactions
- What medicines should not be taken with Vectrine?
- What foods and drinks should not be consumed while using Vectrine?
- Are there any health conditions you should avoid Vectrine with?
- Overdose
- What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
- What should I do if I forget to take medicine or forget to take medicine?
Functions & Usage
What is Vectrine used for?
Vectrine is a phlegm thinner (mucolytic) containing erdosteine, which helps to thin mucus (phlegm) in the respiratory tract so that it is easier to pass.
Vectrine is usually given to relieve symptoms of bronchitis, both acute bronchitis and chronic bronchitis.
How do you use Vectrine?
Take Vectrine according to the information on the instruction paper, or as directed by your doctor.
Swallow the capsule completely with a glass of water. You can take this drug either before or after food.
If you miss a dose, take your Vectrine again immediately. However, make sure you don't double your doses, or take Vectrine too close to each other between doses.
How do I store Vectrine?
Vectrine is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it.
Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed.
Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.
Dose
What is the dose of Vectrine for adults?
Capsules: take whole capsules 2-3 times a day. For a maximum period of 10 days of use, the capsules should be swallowed whole with adequate water.
What is the dose of Vectrine for children?
Vectrine is also available in syrup form to make it easier for children to digest. The following is the dosage of Vectrine for children:
- Children weighing 15 to 19 kg: 5 ml of Vectrine syrup (or 1 tablespoon) 2 times a day.
- Children weighing 20 to 30 kg: 5 ml Vectrine syrup (or 1 tablespoon) 3 times a day.
- Children weighing more than 30 kg: 10 ml Vectrine syrup (or 2 tablespoons) 2 times a day.
In what dosages and preparations is Vctrine available?
Vectrine is available in the following dosages and forms:
- Capsules: contains 300mg erdostein / capsule
- Syrup: contains 175mg / 5ml erdostein syrup
Side effects
What are the possible side effects of Vectrine?
Just like other medicines in general, Vectrine is also a drug that has the potential to cause side effects, although they are rare.
Some of the common side effects after taking Vectrine are:
- hot sensation in the chest or stomach
- changes in taste in the mouth
- flu symptoms and headaches
- abdominal pain or pain
- nausea
- diarrhea
Not everyone experiences side effects when using this drug. There may also be some side effects not mentioned above.
To deal with the side effects of Vectrine, you can avoid foods that are too spicy or spicy.
Drink enough water every day. If there are side effects that are bothersome enough, you can ask your doctor to prescribe pain medication.
If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions & Warnings
What should be known before using Vectrine?
Before taking Vectrine, you should tell your doctor if you have:
- Allergy to Vectrine, or to doses containing erdosteine. This information is detailed in the brochure.
- Drug, food, dye, preservative, or animal allergies.
- Children: medicines containing erdosteine should not be taken by children under 6 years without a doctor's prescription.
- Elderly.
- Other health conditions or surgery, such as liver disease, stomach pain.
- Other drugs consumed.
- Gastric ulcer.
- Problems with how your kidneys work, or with how your liver works.
- Are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Are taking other medicines, including any medicines you are taking that are available or purchased without a doctor's prescription, as well as herbal and complementary medicines.
Before taking Vectrine, you should always put the risks above the benefits first. Some medicines are not suitable for people with some conditions and sometimes medications can only be taken if additional treatment is given. However, you should tell your doctor this information before taking vectrine.
Is Vectrine safe for pregnant and breastfeeding women?
There are no adequate studies regarding the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication. This medicine falls into the category C pregnancy risk according to US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
The following references the pregnancy risk categories according to the FDA:
- A = Not at risk
- B = No risk in several studies
- C = Maybe risky
- D = There is positive evidence of risk
- X = Contraindicated
- N = Unknown
Always consult your doctor or midwife before using any medicine, if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning a pregnancy.
Drug Interactions
What medicines should not be taken with Vectrine?
Drug interactions can change the performance of your medications or increase the risk of serious side effects. Not all possible drug interactions are listed in this document.
Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription / non-prescription drugs and herbal products) and consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medication without your doctor's approval.
What foods and drinks should not be consumed while using Vectrine?
Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur.
Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur.
Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your doctor.
Are there any health conditions you should avoid Vectrine with?
Vectrine can interact with a number of health conditions such as liver disease.
If you have a history of liver dysfunction including cirrhosis and enzyme deficiency cystathionine synthetase, this can lead to interactions with Vectrine and affect how the drug works.
It is very important to tell your doctor and pharmacist about any health conditions you are experiencing.
Overdose
What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
Make sure you do not take more Vectrine than the dose your doctor prescribes, or is listed on the package.
If you or someone else starts to show signs of an overdose, immediately rush to the nearest hospital.
What should I do if I forget to take medicine or forget to take medicine?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if you just remember when it's time for the next dose, just ignore the missed dose, and continue taking it as scheduled. Do not double the dose of this drug.
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