Brohex Syrup
About Brohex Syrup
This syrup is used to support the body's mechanisms for clearing mucus from the respiratory tract. It treats chest congestion. They belong to a group of medications called mucolytics. Thus, this syrup is added to cough syrups to treat cough.
Possible side effects of this syrup may include nausea, diarrhea, angioedema, pruritus, urticaria. Apart from this, sweating, dizziness, vomiting, and pain in the upper part of the abdomen. Patients with a history of peptic ulceration, asthma, and severe hepatic or renal impairment should take extra precautions during their treatment with this medication.
This syrup can be given 2 to 4 times per day. The dosage is adapted to the need of the patients and it varies with the age and weight. Brohex syrup is well established and tolerated in the body.
What are the uses of Brohex Syrup
Breathing Difficulty
What are the contraindications of Brohex Syrup ?
Hypersensitivity
What are the side effects of Brohex Syrup ?
Severe Diarrhea
Headache
Key highlights of Brohex Syrup
Is It safe with alcohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Breastfeeding women should not use this medication. Please consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect kidney function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect liver function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. it is recommended to skip your missed dose if it is the time for your next schedule dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Consult your doctor in case of overdose.
How does this medication work?
This syrup is a synthetic secretolytic agent which help the natural mechanisms to clear respiratory tract mucus. It increases serious mucus production in the respiratory tract and reduces phlegm viscosity, which helps the cilia to clear mucus from the respiratory tract.
What are the interactions of Brohex Syrup ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Alcohol
Alcohol
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.Interaction with Medicine
Medicine
This medication interacts with Antibiotics.
FAQs about Brohex Syrup
Ques : What is Bromhexine?
Ans : This syrup performs its action by thinning and loosening mucus (phlegm) in the nose, windpipe, and lungs making it easier to cough out.
Ques : What are the uses of Bromhexine?
Ans : This syrup is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as bronchitis and breathing problems. Apart from these, it can also be used to treat a condition like sinusitis.
Ques : What are the Side Effects of Bromhexine?
Ans : This syrup has some commonly reported side effects such as dizziness, gastrointestinal disturbances, skin rash, itching, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, and nocturnal enuresis.
Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal bromhexine?
Ans : This syrup should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.
Ques : How long do I need to use Brohex Syrup before I see improvement of my conditions?
Ans : This syrup takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions. It would be ideal if you note, it doesn't mean you will begin to notice such health improvement in a similar period as different patients.
Ques : What are the contraindications to Brohex Syrup?
Ans : Contraindication to this syrup. In addition, this medication should not be used if you have the following conditions such as hypersensitivity.
Ques : Is Brohex Syrup safe to use when pregnant?
Ans : This syrup is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Ques : Will Brohex Syrup be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?
Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of this syrup can lead to increased chances of side effects such as skin rash, itching, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, nocturnal enuresis, etc.
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