Transpulmin is a remedy that is available in suppository and syrup for adults and children, indicated for cough with phlegm, and in balm, which is indicated to treat nasal congestion and cough.
All pharmaceutical forms of Transpulmin are available in pharmacies for a price of about 16 to 22 reais.
What is it for
Transpulmin balm is an ointment intended for temporary relief of nasal congestion and cough, associated with flu and cold
Suppository and syrup, on the other hand, have an expectorant and mucolytic action, and are therefore intended for the symptomatic treatment of productive cough in colds and flu.
How to use
The dosage of Transpulmin depends on the dosage form:
1. Syrup
The recommended dose of Adult Syrup, for people over 12 is 15 mL, every 4 hours. For children aged 6 to 12 years, the recommended dose is 7.5 mL, every 4 hours, and for children aged 2 to 6 years, the recommended dose is 5 mL, every 4 hours. The maximum recommended daily dose for those over 12 years old is 2400 mg / day, for children aged 6 to 12 years is 1200 mg / day and for children aged 2 to 6 years is 600 mg / day.
The recommended dose of Children's Syrup for children 6 to 12 years old is 15 mL, every 4 hours and for children aged 2 to 6 years, the recommended dose is 7.5 mL, every 4 hours. The maximum recommended daily dose for children aged 6 to 12 years is 1200 mg / day and for children aged 2 to 6 years is 600 mg / day.
2. Balm
The balm should be applied, about 4 cm, on the chest and the back, rubbing it then and should be repeated 3 to 4 times a day or according to the doctor's guidance. The 4 applications per day should not be exceeded and the balm must not be applied directly to the nostrils or the face.
3. Suppository
Before using the suppository, place the pack in the refrigerator for about 5 minutes. Then, the suppository should be introduced rectally. The recommended dose is 1 to 2 suppositories per day. The maximum dose is 2 suppositories per day and should not be exceeded.
Who should not use
Transpulmin should not be used by people who are hypersensitive to any of the components in the formula and children under 2 years of age. In addition, it can only be used by pregnant women if recommended by the doctor. See recipes for homemade syrups to treat coughs.
In the case of syrup, which has guaifenesin in its composition, it should not be used by people with porphyria. In addition, it should be used with caution by diabetics, because it contains sugar in its composition.
The suppository should not be used in people with hypersensitivity to any of the components of the formula, people with gastrointestinal and bile duct inflammations and gallbladder stones and in people with liver disease.
If after 7 days of treatment, the cough still persists or is accompanied by fever, rashes, continuous headache or sore throat, you should go to the doctor.
Possible side effects
Generally, syrup is well tolerated, however, although it is rare, side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, urinary tract stones, skin rashes, hives, headache, drowsiness and dizziness can occur.
The balm can cause burning at the application site due to skin irritation, itching, rash, swelling or skin irritation.
As for suppositories, although rare, diarrhea, vomiting, intestinal discomfort and drowsiness may occur.
