Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 Precautions for GRILINCTUS- BM SYR and its Constituents
- 5 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 6 Common Side-Effects
- 7 Technical Classification
- 8 Prescription Statistics
- 8.1 How Frequently is it taken?
- 8.2 What was the Dosage Advised?
- 8.3 Directions with respect to food?
- 8.4 How long was it prescribed?
- 8.5 What is the break-up across patient age-group?
- 8.6 What is the gender-breakup across patients?
- 8.7 What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
- 8.8 Most common Medicines advised along-side?
- 8.9 Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?
- 9 Available Alternatives for GRILINCTUS- BM SYR
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Overview
GRILINCTUS- BM SYR is a Schedule H drug.GRILINCTUS- BM SYR is composed of: TERBUTALINE (2.5 MG), BROMHEXINE HYDROCHLORIDE (1.6 MG/ML)
Terbutaline is a prescription medication used to prevent and treat wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness caused by asthma, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema. Terbutaline belongs to a group of drugs called beta agonists. These work to relax and open the airways, making it easier to breathe.
Usage
TERBUTALINE is generally used to treat: Asthma, Bronchitis, Chronic, EmphysemaTERBUTALINE can address symptoms like: Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Chest Discomfort
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12yrs
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
Precautions for GRILINCTUS- BM SYR and its Constituents
- Before taking terbutaline, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it or to similar bronchodilators (e.g., albuterol, metaproterenol, salmeterol); or to sympathomimetic drugs (e.g., epinephrine, pseudoephedrine) or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems.
- Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of heart disease (e.g., abnormal heartbeat, ischemic heart disease, high blood pressure), seizures, overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), diabetes, low blood potassium level (hypokalemia).
- This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy. Alcohol or marijuana can make you more dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages.
- Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).
- This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. See Warning Section.
- Terbutaline passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Symptoms of Overdosage
TERBUTALINE over-dosage can result in: Head Headache, Dry Mouth, Palpitations (fluttering In Chest), Nausea, Dizziness, Fatigue (tiredness)Common Side-Effects
TERBUTALINE : Legs Shaking, Hands Shaking, Irregular Heartbeat, Fainting, Dizziness, Lightheadedness, Head Headache, Body Excessive SweatingTechnical Classification
TERBUTALINE is categorized as:- ADRENERGIC BRONCHODILATORS / BRONCHODILATORS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
- TOCOLYTIC AGENTS / GENITOURINARY TRACT AGENTS
Prescription Statistics
Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.How Frequently is it taken?
| 3 Times Daily | 81% |
| 2 Times Daily | 14% |
What was the Dosage Advised?
| 2tsf | 57% |
| 5ml | 15% |
| 7.5ml | 8% |
| 10ml | 5% |
| 3.5ml | 4% |
| 4ml | 2% |
Directions with respect to food?
| After Food | 100% |
How long was it prescribed?
| 5 Days | 61% |
| 7 Days | 20% |
| 3 Days | 8% |
| 10 Days | 4% |
What is the break-up across patient age-group?
| Below 5yrs | 10% |
| 5 to 12yrs | 19% |
| 12 to 18yrs | 6% |
| 18 to 35yrs | 12% |
| 35 to 50yrs | 12% |
| 50 to 60yrs | 10% |
| 60 to 70yrs | 15% |
| 70yrs and above | 17% |
What is the gender-breakup across patients?
| Females | 40% |
What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
| Pediatrician | 38% |
| Pulmonologist | 33% |
| Cardiologist | 10% |
| Oncologist | 5% |
| Hematologist | 4% |
| Physician | 3% |
| Cardio Thoracic Surgeon | 2% |
| Neurologist | 2% |
| ENT | 1% |
| Gynaecologist | 1% |
| Nephrologist | 1% |
| Surgeon | 1% |
| Urologist | 1% |
Most common Medicines advised along-side?
| DUOLIN NEB | 14% |
| MONTAIR FX TAB | 11% |
| MUCINAC 600MG TAB | 10% |
Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?
| CBC (HEMATOLOGY) | 25% |
| XRAY CHEST PA (RADIOLOGY) | 12% |
| SPUTUM FOR AFB (MICROBIOLOGY) | 10% |
| TOTAL IGE (MICROBIOLOGY) | 10% |
Available Alternatives for GRILINCTUS- BM SYR
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
| GRILINCTUS- BM SYR | INR 42 for 100 ML SYP | TERBUTALINE 2.5 MG, BROMHEXINE HYDROCHLORIDE 1.6 MG/ML |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
| ASTHAKIND SYR | INR 19.95 for 100ML SYRUP | GUAIFENESIN 50 MG, BROMHEXINE HYDROCHLORIDE 2 MG, TERBUTALINE 1.25 MG, MENTHOL 0.5 MG/ML |
| GRILINCTUS- BM TAB | INR 7.17 for 10 TABLETS | BROMHEXINE HYDROCHLORIDE 8 MG, TERBUTALINE 2.5 MG |