Medicine Overview
Adult Dose
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Age: Adult |
Dose: by mouth – 10-20 mg Frequency: once daily Note: at bedtime |
Child Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
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Age: Children 2-5 years |
Dose: Syrup – 10 mg (10 ml) Note: Recommended normal dose |
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Age: Children 6-12 years |
Dose: Syrup – 10 mg (10 ml) Note: Recommended normal dose |
Renal Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
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Condition: Renal impairment: Creatinine Clearance (ml/min) less than 50 |
Dose: Initial dose – halved Note: Renal impairment: Creatinine Clearance (ml/min) less than 50 Initial dose should be halved. |
Administration
- Take as directed
- Take at same time
Side Effect
- Fine tremor of skeletal muscle (eg hands)
- palpitations and muscle cramps
- tachycardia
- tenseness and peripheral vasodilation
Drug Interaction
Drug Interaction
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Corticosteroids (Prednisone, Prednisolone, Methylprednisolone, Dexamethasone, Hydrocortisone), Diuretics (Chlorothiazide, Chlorthalidone, Hydrochlorothiazide, Indapamide, Metolazone, Bumetanide, Ethacrynic acid, Furosemide, Torsemide, Amiloride, Eplerenone, Spironolactone, Triamterene), Xanthines
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Increased risk of hypokalaemia
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Suxamethonium
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Prolong the action
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Disease Interaction
Disease Interaction
| Disease Name | Risk Factors |
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Severe Hepatic Impairment
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Risk of drug toxicity
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Cirrhosis
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Can worsen liver condition
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Keep away from light, store in a cool and dry place. Keep out of reach of children.
Data Sources
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