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Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml

Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml

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Composition

BROMHEXINE-4MG

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml

Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml belongs to the class of medicines called 'expectorants' primarily used to treat cough associated with mucus. Coughing (dry or productive) is the body's way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus, or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. There are two types of coughs, namely: Dry cough and chesty cough. A dry cough is tickly and doesn't produce any vicious or thick mucus, while a chesty cough (wet cough) means mucous or sputum is produced to help clear your airways. 

The Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml contains bromhexine. It enhances mucus transport by reducing mucus viscosity and activating the ciliated epithelium (mucociliary clearance). This secretolytic and secretomotor effect in the bronchial tract area relieves cough and facilitates expectoration.

Your doctor will recommend how often you take Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, skin rash, stomach upset, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml or any other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml. Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml should be used with caution in children below six years. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml to loosen mucus. If you have stomach ulcers, asthma, phenylketonuria (a congenital disability that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), or kidney or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml.

Uses of Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml

Cough

Medicinal Benefits

Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml contains Bromhexine. Bromhexine is used in a condition where there is a lot of thick mucus in the airways. It enhances mucus transport by reducing mucus viscosity and by activating the ciliated epithelium (mucociliary clearance). This secretolytic and secretomotor effect in the bronchial tract area relieves cough and facilitates expectoration.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Oral Suspension/syrup: Shake the bottle well before each use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Upper abdominal pain
  • Sweating
  • Angioedema
  • Urticaria
  • Bronchospasm
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Rash
  • Pruritus

Drug Warnings

Do not take Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml if you are allergic to any components present in Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using the Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml. Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml should be used with caution in children below six years. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml to loosen mucus. If you have stomach ulcers, asthma, phenylketonuria (a congenital disability that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), or kidney or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking the Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml may interact with antibiotics (e.g., erythromycin, cefalexine, ampicillin, amoxicillin, oxytetracycline), non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines (e.g., phenylbutazone and oxyphenbutazone).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid dairy products such as milk, which may increase mucus production. Also, avoid processed or refined foods to have relief from cough.

Drug-Disease Interactions: If you have stomach ulcers, asthma, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), or kidney or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • CEFALEXIN
  • OXYPHENBUTAZONE
  • PHENYLBUTAZONE
  • AMPICILLIN
  • AMOXICILLIN
  • OXYTETRACYCLINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid dairy products such as milk as they may increase mucus production. Also, avoid processed or refined foods to have relief from cough. Instead, replace baked foods, fried foods, white bread, white pasta, French fries, sugary desserts, and chips with green leafy vegetables.
  • Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dry throat while you have a cough and loosen mucus.
  • Avoid citrus fruits as they may worsen the cough.
  • Eat fruits rich in water content such as pears, watermelon, peaches, and pineapples.
  • 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.
  • Quit smoking and avoid passive smoking. Smoking also reduces the effectiveness of the medicine.

Special Advise

  • You are recommended to inform your doctor that you are taking Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml before undergoing any medical tests or surgery.
  • It is advised to stop using Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml if your cough persists for more than one week and consult your doctor.
  • Do not take Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml if you have taken an MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) in the past 14 days, it may cause serious drug interaction.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Cough: Coughing is the body’s way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus, or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. Coughs may be dry or productive. A productive cough (wet cough) brings up sputum (phlegm, mucus, and other matter) from the lungs. Cough is commonly caused as a response to allergy or viral infection but coughing up mucus is possibly an indication of infection in the respiratory tract. If you are coughing thick, solid white mucus, it indicates you may have a bacterial infection in the airways. If the mucus is clear or light-coloured, it indicates you may have allergies or a minor infection in the respiratory tract, and yellow or green mucus indicates a respiratory infection.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - BRO0204

FAQs

Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml contains 'Bromhexine', which is a mucolytic medication. It thins and loosens mucus (phlegm) in the nose, windpipe, and lungs, making coughing easier.
Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml should be used with caution in children below six years of age. However, please consult a doctor before giving Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml to children.
You are recommended to take Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the symptoms persist or worsen with rash, fever, or persistent headache after one week of using Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml, please consult your doctor.
You are not recommended to stop taking Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml without consulting your doctor as it may worsen cough or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml, please consult your doctor.
There is a sugar-free syrup available for diabetes patients. It is always better to consult a doctor before using Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml if you have diabetes.
No, Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml is not recommended for patients suffering from stomach ulcers, which may worsen the condition. However, please consult a doctor before taking Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml as it may increase drowsiness. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml.

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Pregnancy

Caution

The safety of Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml is excreted in human milk. Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are more significant than risks.

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Driving

Caution

Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml.

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Liver

Caution

Take Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Bromohexine Elixir 100 ml should be used with caution in children if prescribed by a doctor. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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