Dilanyl Syrup 100 ml

Description

Dilanyl Syrup contains a medicine called terbutaline sulfate. This belongs to a group of medicines called beta-agonists. These work by relaxing certain muscles. For example, they open up the airways in the lungs. Dilanyl Syrup is used for the regular treatment of breathing disorders such as asthma. It helps to relieve tightening of the chest and difficulty breathing (bronchospasm). Dilanyl should not be used alone for the regular treatment of asthma or other breathing conditions. If you are using Dilanyl every day then your doctor should have also prescribed you another type of medication such as an “inhaled corticosteroid”, which helps reduce the swelling and inflammation in your lungs. How to use For asthma and respiratory disorders The recommended starting dose for adults and the elderly is two teaspoons (5 ml) three times daily. Your doctor may increase the dose if necessary to three teaspoons (5 ml) three times daily. The dose for children depends on the child's weight. The doctor calculates the correct dose, which is usually 0.25 ml per kg of body weight three times daily. For example, if the child weighs 20 kg, the dose is 5 ml three times daily. Warnings and precautions Do not take this medicine if: You are allergic to terbutaline sulfate or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).   Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if: You are pregnant and having problems getting pregnant. You have diabetes, in which case you may need to have additional blood sugar tests when you start taking Dilanil syrup. You have a history of heart disease, heart rhythm disturbances or angina. You have hyperthyroidism. If you are not sure if any of the above apply to you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Dilanil Syrup. Side Effects Important side effects to look for Allergic reactions, including facial swelling, rash, breathing problems, low blood pressure (feeling faint) and fatigue. It is not known exactly how often this happens. If this happens to you, stop taking Dilanil syrup and see your doctor immediately. Sudden wheezing after taking a dose of Dilanil syrup. It is not known exactly how often this happens. If this happens to you, stop taking Dilanil syrup and use the inhaler immediately. See your doctor as soon as possible, as you may need to change your treatment. Storage Information Keep this medicine out of the reach and sight of children. Store below 30°C, away from light. Use within three months of opening the package. Do not take this medicine after the expiry date which is printed on the carton and label. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. Drug Interactions You should tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines. This includes medicines you buy without a prescription and herbal medicines. Dilanil syrup can affect the way some medicines work and some medicines can have an effect on Dilanil syrup in particular, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any of the following medicines: Steroid medications (such as prednisolone) Drugs from the xanthine group (such as theophylline or aminophylline) Medicines from the beta-blocker group (such as atenolol or propranolol), including eye drops (such as timolol). Water tablets, also known as diuretics (eg, furosemide). Ingredients Terbutaline sulfate, Sodium benzoate, citric acid monohydrate, disodium edetate, glycerol, sorbitol solution 70%, banana flavour. Specifications Dilanil syrup is a clear, colourless, banana flavoured syrup, available in 100 ml bottles, with a child-safe cap.