Caramiphen Edisylate
Caramiphen Edisylate is an anticholinergic and antispasmodic medication used primarily to help control excessive coughing and reduce respiratory secretions in conditions such as bronchitis, emphysema, and other chronic respiratory disorders. It works by blocking acetylcholine receptors in the smooth muscle of the respiratory tract, which helps relax bronchial muscles and decrease mucus production. This medication has been available in various formulations including tablets and extended-release preparations.
An anticholinergic antispasmodic used to suppress coughing and reduce respiratory secretions in chronic lung conditions.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 133053
- Generic
- Caramiphen Edisylate
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treatment of respiratory conditions associated with excessive coughing and mucus production, including chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and other obstructive airway diseases. Also historically used in formulation with other agents for cough suppression.
Functions as a muscarinic receptor antagonist (anticholinergic) that blocks acetylcholine from binding to receptors in bronchial smooth muscle, resulting in bronchodilation, reduced airway secretions, and decreased cough reflex.
May cause typical anticholinergic side effects including dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation, urinary retention, and tachycardia. Use with caution in patients with glaucoma, benign prostatic hyperplasia, or cardiac conditions. Drug interactions may occur with other anticholinergic medications. This medication has had limited availability in some markets.
Official drug label
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