Brethine
Brethine is a beta-adrenergic receptor agonist that acts as a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the smooth muscles of the bronchial airways to improve airflow and make breathing easier.
Dosage by Body Weight
For adults and adolescents over 15 years, the typical oral dose is 2.5 mg to 5 mg taken three times daily. For adolescents 12 to 15 years, the typical dose is 2.5 mg taken three times daily. Use in children under 12 years should be strictly determined and supervised by a physician.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy in infants under this weight have not been established.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 0.25 mg to 0.35 mg
- Frequency
- Three times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Based on a calculated pediatric guideline of 0.05 mg/kg/dose. Strict clinical supervision required.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 0.4 mg to 0.5 mg
- Frequency
- Three times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Monitor closely for potential side effects such as rapid heart rate or tremors.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 0.55 mg to 0.75 mg
- Frequency
- Three times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Use of liquid/syrup formulations is preferred for accurate dosing in this range.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 0.8 mg to 1.0 mg
- Frequency
- Three times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Do not exceed the recommended total daily limit advised by the pediatrician.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | Use only if prescribed | Safety and efficacy in infants under this weight have not been established. |
| 5-7 kg | 0.25 mg to 0.35 mg | Three times daily | Based on a calculated pediatric guideline of 0.05 mg/kg/dose. Strict clinical supervision required. |
| 8-10 kg | 0.4 mg to 0.5 mg | Three times daily | Monitor closely for potential side effects such as rapid heart rate or tremors. |
| 11-15 kg | 0.55 mg to 0.75 mg | Three times daily | Use of liquid/syrup formulations is preferred for accurate dosing in this range. |
| 16-20 kg | 0.8 mg to 1.0 mg | Three times daily | Do not exceed the recommended total daily limit advised by the pediatrician. |
Formulation
Purpose
Used to treat and prevent bronchospasm in patients with asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and other reversible obstructive airway diseases.
Generic Name
Terbutaline sulfateScheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.