Carbetapentane

Drug #1887

Carbetapentane has an atropine-like action that depresses the cough reflex by selective central nervous system depression. Carbetapentane is frequently combined with one or more antihistaminic drugs such as pyrilamine. Such combination, in the form of their tannate salts is frequently administered orally for the symptomatic relief of coryza associated with the common cold, sinusitis, allergic rhinitis, unproductive cough and upper respiratory tract conditions

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Primary Characteristics

It is of Synthetic origin.

Molecular Weight: 525.59 · Non-proprietary name: Carbetapentane.

Pharmacokinetics

Absorption: Carbetapentane has an oral bioavailability is 60.5% (±11.5%).

Elimination: plasma half-life is 2.3 hrs.

Indications

Carbetapentane is primarily indicated in conditions like Allergy, Cough suppressant, Hay fever, Nasal congestion.

Carbetapentane is also indicated for secondary conditions like Sinusitis.

Contraindications

Carbetapentane is contraindicated in conditions like Hypertension, Coronary artery disease, Hypersensitivity to the drug.

Dosage

None recorded.

Drug Interactions

None recorded.

Side Effects

Carbetapentane in overdosage may give rise to further complications which include Hallucinations , Fever , Anxiety , Dizziness , Chills , Irregular heart beat.

Carbetapentane is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Dry mucous membrane (perticularly dry mouth, throat, and nose), Insomnia, Paradoxical excitement, Restlessness, Skin rash, Stomach upset.

Warnings / Precautions

Tell your doctor if you have: kidney disease, heart disease, lung disease (e.g., asthma, emphysema), high blood pressure, glaucoma, prostate trouble,glaucoma, prostate trouble,an overactive thyroid, myasthenia gravis, depression, diabetes, parkinsonism, allergies (especially drug allergies). This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. The risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor. Since small amounts of this medication are found in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Available Brands

None recorded.

Storage Conditions

Carbetapentane should be stored Tabs.

Drug Classification

1.3 — Anti-allergics (Antihistamines) and drugs used in anaphylaxis