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Bromhexine (Bromhexine) 8 mg
$25.00 – $45.00
Price/Pill: $0.50
Generic Name: Bromhexine
Manufacturer: Ipca
Bromhexine, Bromhexine Uses
Bromhexine 8 mg Tablet is a mucolytic agent which reduces the thickness of sputum. It is used to treat conditions with abnormal mucus secretion such as a common cold, infections of the respiratory tract, influenza, etc. to allow the patient to breathe freely and deeply. It should be used with caution in patients with a known history of gastric ulcers due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Bromhexine 8 mg Tablet
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty in breathing
- Rash
Uses of Bromhexine 8 mg Tablet
What is Bromhexine prescribed for?
- Mucolytic
This medicine is used to relieve chest congestion caused by thick and sticky mucus in the airways. This may be associated with lung diseases such as asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, etc.
When not to use?
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to bromhexine or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
Warnings
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Gastric ulceration
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of gastric ulceration or any other gastrointestinal disorders due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Use in pediatrics
The tablet form of this medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 6 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Duration of usage
This medicine is not recommended for prolonged use. If symptoms do not improve within 14 days, consult your doctor before continuing therapy with this medicine.
Liver impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of liver diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Close monitoring of liver function tests, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Renal impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of renal diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Driving or Operating machinery
This medicine may rarely cause dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience dizziness during treatment with this medicine.
Dosage
Missed Dose
The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Antibiotics
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
General Instructions
Take this medicine with or without food. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Your dose is likely to change over time based on the therapeutic response and tolerance. Consult your doctor for reassessment if the symptoms do not improve within 14 days.
Additional information
| Weight | 1 kg |
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| Dimensions | 1 cm |
