Terbutaline Sulphate, Bromhexine Hydrochloride, Guaiphenesin and Menthol Syrup

Terbutaline Sulphate, Bromhexine Hydrochloride, Guaiphenesin and Menthol Syrup come with the branding ”TURCSTA” and are used to cure coughs in patients with vicious and excessive mucus in case of asthma and COPD. Coughing is a natural defence mechanism of the respiratory system that occurs when all kinds of foreign particles or pathogens penetrate the respiratory tract. There are two types of coughs, namely: Dry cough and chesty cough. A dry cough is tickly and does not bring up vicious or thick mucus, a chest cough is a wet cough in which mucous or sputum is produced.

Terbutaline Sulphate, Bromhexine Hydrochloride, Guaiphenesin and Menthol Syrup comprises Guaifenesin, Bromhexine hydrochloride, Terbutaline sulphate and Menthol. Guaifenesin, a cough medicine, affects the volume of the airways’ fluid production, thereby decreasing the viscosity of the normal thick mucous. Bromhexine hydrochloride is an expectorant that helps to make the phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, the windpipe and the nose, become less sticky and easier to cough up. Terbutaline sulphate reduces the muscle tone and expands the airways thereby easing breathing. Menthol gives an effect of coolness and relieves slight throat irritation from cough deposition.

Medical Benefits

• Guaifenesin is an expectorant that falls in the category of drugs whose main function is to thicken the mucus and the volume of fluids in the respiratory tracts, thus enhancing the tube-like passage.
• It’s a mucolytic agent (cough/sputum thinner) that operates in conditions where the bronchial tubes, windpipe and nose are congested by large phlegm, thereby making it easier to cough it out.
• Terbutaline sulphate is in the second group called the beta-adrenergic bronchodilators that is drugs that widen the airways by relaxing muscles in people with breathing problems.
• Menthol is a cooling agent which gives a cooling effect and gives throat irritation relief due to cough deposition.

Directions For Use

• Stir Terbutaline Sulphate, Bromhexine Hydrochloride, Guaiphenesin and Menthol Syrup well before use.
• Follow the prescribed dosage.
• Use a measuring spoon or cup.
• Swallow it whole with or without food depending on the doctor’s advice.
• Make sure to seek the doctor’s advice regarding this product to avoid using it in large volumes.

Storage

• Keep it in a cool and dry place.
• Avoid direct sun and water sources.
• Make sure that the cap is closed well after use.
• Avoid placing it in the bathroom or near heat sources.

Precautions

• It may interact with an anti-hypertensive medicine (Propranolol), hormone (Epinephrine), diuretics (Furosemide), antihistaminic (Promethazine), and an uterine stimulant (Oxytocin).
• It is recommended not to use this medicine with alcohol because it may lead to dizziness.
• Terbutaline Sulphate, Bromhexine Hydrochloride, Guaiphenesin and Menthol Syrup are passed on into the breast milk and have side effects on the baby. Therefore, it’s not suitable for breastfeeding moms.
• It should be taken with a measure of precaution in children that are below the age of two years.
• Do not take foods with a lot of dairy, like milk, as it may lead to the production of more mucus.
• Do not take foods that have been through the process of refining or bleaching.

Side Effects

• Drowsiness
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach upset

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Does it cause drowsiness? 

It may cause drowsiness or dizziness, but not everyone will experience this. Avoid driving if you feel drowsy or dizzy.

Is it safe for diabetic patients?

Use this medicine with caution if prescribed for diabetic patients. Regular blood sugar monitoring is advised, as it may raise blood sugar levels.

Can I take propranolol with it?

Do not take propranolol, as it can reduce both medicines’ effectiveness and may worsen breathing problems. Consult a doctor before combining it with other medications.

Can a hyperthyroid patient take it? 

Use with caution in hyperthyroid patients, as it may worsen the condition. Inform your doctor, and monitor thyroid levels regularly.