Detailing Script - Acute Therapy PDF

Detailing Script- Acute Therapy Cough is one of the commonest symptoms of respiratory tract infections and is a frequent problem observed in general practice. A wide range of diseases may present with cough and definitive treatment depends on identifying the cause and diagnosis. Symptomatic relief...

Detailing Script- Acute Therapy Cough is one of the commonest symptoms of respiratory tract infections and is a frequent problem observed in general practice. A wide range of diseases may present with cough and definitive treatment depends on identifying the cause and diagnosis. Symptomatic relief must be considered when the cough interferes with the patient's daily activities. This is effectively treated in case of dry cough with antitussive preparations. These are available as combinations of codeine or dextromethorphan with antihistamines, decongestants and demulcent. Expectorants are used for effective symptomatic relief from productive cough. First generation antihistamines like Chlorpheniramine Maleate and centrally acting opioid derivatives like codeine are often used alone or in combination in the management of non-specific cough. In productive Cough associated with bronchitis, bronchial Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease recommend Aqualin for a proven relief from cough. Aqualin contains- Bromohexine 2 mg, Guaifenesin 50 mg, Terbutaline 1.25mg, and Menthol 0.5 mg per 5ml. Aqualin is recommended to the patient with productive cough and symptoms like- Heaviness in the chest due to congestion Moderate to severe breathlessness Thick purulent mucus and Difficulty in expectoration Guaifenesin in Aqualin improve mucociliary movement. Unique proportion of Terbutaline and Bromohexine in Aqualin ensure proper symptomatic relief associated with productive cough due to bronchoconstriction and thick mucus. Aqualin is available in two different flavor- mixed fruit flavor and raspberry flavor for better patient compliance. Unique color coded measuring cup in Aqualin ensures accurate dosing to patients. Aqualin expectorant is available in 100 and 200 ml pack. Aqualin is also available as Aqualin SF for your diabetic and calorie conscious patients. Aqualin SF is sugar free formulation available with sucralose as sweetener that is safe for your diabetic patients.