Buc Syrup
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Buc Syrup is a prescription medicine used to treat various allergic conditions such as conjunctivitis and urticaria. It is also used for prevention and treatment of nausea or vomiting associated with motion sickness.
Buc Syrup should be taken immediately after food or preferably one hour before you travel. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. In case, you have missed any doses then it is better to take the next dose as soon as you remember it. However, you should never take a double dose.
Sleepiness is the most common side effect of this medicine. Avoid driving or attention-seeking activity. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. In some cases, it may cause dryness of the mouth, so it is advised to drink more water, always carry sugar candy or maintain oral hygiene.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have glaucoma or have any gastro-related issues. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Generally, it is advised to avoid alcohol while on treatment.
Buc Syrup should be taken immediately after food or preferably one hour before you travel. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. In case, you have missed any doses then it is better to take the next dose as soon as you remember it. However, you should never take a double dose.
Sleepiness is the most common side effect of this medicine. Avoid driving or attention-seeking activity. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. In some cases, it may cause dryness of the mouth, so it is advised to drink more water, always carry sugar candy or maintain oral hygiene.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have glaucoma or have any gastro-related issues. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Generally, it is advised to avoid alcohol while on treatment.
Uses of Buc Syrup
Benefits of Buc Syrup
In Treatment of Allergic conditions
Buc Syrup is used to treat many different inflammatory and allergic conditions including conjunctivitis and conditions which affect the skin such as urticaria. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions and prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. It helps relieve symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching, and other allergic-type reactions. If you are not sure why you are being given this medicine, ask your doctor.
This medicine is given orally (by mouth). You should always take it as it has been prescribed for you. Do not stop taking it without your doctor’s advice. This can cause unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Because this medicine weakens your immune system, you should avoid being near people who are ill or have infections.
This medicine is given orally (by mouth). You should always take it as it has been prescribed for you. Do not stop taking it without your doctor’s advice. This can cause unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Because this medicine weakens your immune system, you should avoid being near people who are ill or have infections.
Side effects of Buc Syrup
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Buc
- Sleepiness
How to use Buc Syrup
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Buc Syrup is to be taken with food.
How Buc Syrup works
Buc Syrup is an antihistamine. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine). This helps treat various allergic conditions such as conjunctivitis and urticaria. This also stops the vomiting centre in the brain from receiving nerve messages that would otherwise cause motion sickness (nausea & light-headedness).
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Buc Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Buc Syrup may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Buc Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Buc Syrup may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Buc Syrup in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Buc Syrup in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Buc Syrup?
If you miss a dose of Buc Syrup, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Buc Syrup relieves symptoms of allergic conditions such as rhinitis, conjunctivitis, and urticaria.
- It may also be used for the prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting associated with motion sickness.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Buc Syrup can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Buc Syrup, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
- Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
- Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Buc Syrup, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Piperazine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS
Action Class
First-Generation H1 Antihistamines
Interaction with drugs
Taking Buc with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may increase sleepiness and drowsiness.
Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration or alertness until you know how the medicines affect you.
Concurrent use may increase sleepiness and drowsiness.
Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration or alertness until you know how the medicines affect you.
Concurrent use may increase sleepiness and drowsiness.
Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration or alertness until you know how the medicines affect you.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of low blood pressure, slow breathing, slow pulse, disorientation, dizziness, sleepiness, and/or dilated pupils.
Do not drive or do anything r
Concurrent use may increase sleepiness and drowsiness.
Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration or alertness until you know how the medicines affect you.
Patient concerns
FAQs
Can Buc Syrup be used as an appetite stimulant?
No, the Indian government has banned the use of Buc Syrup as an appetite stimulant [Gazette notification S.O. 6161(E)]. There are no studies available to show its rational use for increasing hunger. Buc Syrup is used for relieving various symptoms of allergy and motion sickness.
Can I feel sleepy after using Buc Syrup?
Yes, Buc Syrup can make you feel sleepy. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities till you know how this medicine affects you.
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Address: B-28, Jai Uttam Apartment, P-13 Sabder Marg C - Scheme, Jaipur, 302 006, India
Country of origin: India
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