Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml belongs to the class of medication called ‘cough and cold preparations’ primarily used to treat symptoms of common cold and allergies. The common cold is a respiratory illness mainly affecting the nasal passage and throat. It is mostly caused by viruses known as ‘rhinoviruses’. The virus enters the body through the nose, mouth or eyes and spreads easily through droplets in the air when the person who is sick sneezes, coughs or talks. Allergy is an immune response produced by the body in response to 'allergens', which releases 'histamines' into the blood. Histamines are the chemicals released into the body due to this immune response and cause a stuffy nose, watery eyes, itching nose/throat etc.

Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml is a combination of four drugs, namely: Ambroxol (mucolytic agent), Chlorpheniramine (anti-allergic), Guaifenesin (expectorant) and Menthol (organic compound). Ambroxol works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe and nasal passage. Chlorpheniramine blocks the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Guaifenesin is an expectorant that works by reducing the stickiness of mucus and helps to remove it from the airways. Menthol is an organic compound that produces a cooling sensation and relieves throat irritation.

Take Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml as prescribed. You are advised to take Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. You may experience certain common side-effects such as nausea, vomiting, headache, stomach upset and dizziness in some cases. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

If you are allergic to Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml. Do not use Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml in breastfeeding mothers without doctor’s advice as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause harm to the baby. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml to loosen mucus and protect yourself from being dehydrated or overheated during exercise and in hot weather as Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml contains chlorpheniramine that decreases sweating and increases the risk of heatstroke.

Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml is a combination of four drugs, namely: Ambroxol (mucolytic agent), Chlorpheniramine (anti-allergic), Guaifenesin (expectorant) and Menthol (organic compound). Ambroxol belongs to the class of mucolytic agents (cough/sputum thinner) that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe and nose for coughing out easily. Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine agent (anti-allergic) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It also provides temporary relief from sneezing, watery and itchy eyes and runny nose caused by hay fever and other upper respiratory allergies. Being an expectorant, Guaifenesin reduces the thickness or viscosity of bronchial secretions (phlegm) and increases mucus flow making it easier to cough. Menthol is an organic compound that produces a cooling sensation and relieves throat irritation. Together Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml relieves common cold and allergic symptoms for easy breathing.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Stomach upset
• Dizziness

If you are allergic to Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml. Do not use Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml in breastfeeding mothers without doctor’s advice as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause harm to the baby. Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. Avoid using Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml if you have taken medicines MAO inhibitors (antidepressant drugs) in the past 14 days. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml to loosen mucus and protect yourself from being dehydrated or overheated during exercise and in hot weather as Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml contains chlorpheniramine that decreases sweating and increases the risk of heatstroke. If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, epilepsy (fits), glaucoma, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), stomach ulcer, chronic bronchitis, asthma, cough caused by smoking, chronic bronchitis or emphysema (shortness of breath), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), blockage in stomach or intestines, phenylketonuria (a congenital disease with excess phenylalanine in the body), enlarged prostate, pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), kidney, liver, heart or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml.  Avoid consuming alcohol along with Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml as it could lead to increased drowsiness or dizziness. Drive only if you are alert since Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml may cause sleepiness/shakiness/increased heart rate in some people.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml may interact with anti-allergic drugs (diphenhydramine, cetirizine), antacid (ranitidine), central nervous system stimulants (methylphenidate), antidepressants (duloxetine, sertraline), antibiotics (amoxicillin, doxycycline, cefuroxime, erythromycin), cough suppressants (dextromethorphan), narcotic analgesics (hydrocodone), antianxiety drug (alprazolam).

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid foods rich in carbohydrates, pectin including jellies, cabbage, brussels sprouts and broccoli as Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml may interact with these foods. Also, avoid intake of Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml with chocolate and caffeine-containing foods such as cocoa beans and tea leaves as they may increase the risk of severity of side effects. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml as it may as it may increase drowsiness, dizziness and difficulty in concentrating.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, fits, glaucoma, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), chronic bronchitis, asthma, cough with mucus, cough caused by smoking, chronic bronchitis or emphysema (a lung condition causing shortness of breath), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), blockage in stomach or intestines, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), enlarged prostate, pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), kidney, liver, heart or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml.

• DIPHENHYDRAMINE
• CETIRIZINE
• RANITIDINE
• METHYLPHENIDATE
• DULOXETINE
• SERTRALINE
• AMOXICILLIN
• DOXYCYCLINE
• CEFUROXIME
• ERYTHROMYCIN
• DEXTROMETHORPHAN
• HYDROCODONE
• ALPRAZOLAM

• Take Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml as directed by the doctor and at regular intervals. Do not use other over-the-counter medications, herbal or vitamin supplements without informing your pharmacist or doctor when you take Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml.
• Know your triggers like allergens, such as pollen, dust and food items that make your asthma and other respiratory diseases severe.
• Quit smoking and avoid passive smoking. Smoking also reduces the effectiveness of the medicine.
• Drink extra fluids while you take Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml to help loosen congestion and lubricate the throat.
• Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system.
• Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.

• You are recommended to inform your doctor that you are taking Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml before undergoing any medical tests or surgery.
• It is advised to stop using Brofentol Plus Expectorant 100 ml if your cough persists for more than one week and consult your doctor.

Common cold: The common cold is an infection caused by the virus, mainly known as ‘rhinoviruses’ affecting the nose and throat (upper respiratory tract). Children younger than 6 years are at the most significant risk of colds, but healthy adults can also be affected to have 2-3 colds annually. In most cases, cold symptoms are recovered within a week or ten days. However, symptoms might last longer in people who smoke or are exposed to allergens like pollutants, dust etc. The symptoms of the common cold include sneezing, sore throat, cough, congestion, mild body pains, low fever, mild headache, feeling unwell, stuffy or runny nose. In some cases, the discharge from the nose may become thicker and yellow or green, which is not an indication of bacterial infection.

Allergies: It occurs when foreign elements known as allergens attacks and invade our body, thereby causing the release of histamines. This chemical messenger 'histamines' causes swelling, inflammation, redness, itchiness, itchy/watery nose and throat, and watery eyes. Allergies generally occur due to chemicals, air pollution, pet danders, dust, pollen hairs, seasonal allergies like hay fever etc.