Bromhexine Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Bromhexine, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Bromhexine brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Bromhexine

Therapeutic Classification : Mucolytic Agents

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Overview of Bromhexine

Bromhexine is a mucolytic and mucokinetic agent used to break down the thick mucus in the respiratory tract thereby facilitating their expectoration.

Why is Bromhexine Prescribed? (Indications)

Bromhexine is prescribed to loosen or thin down the mucus secretions that can plug the airways. The medication promotes the expulsion of the bronchial secretions by making it easier to clear the phlegm from the respiratory tract.
It is recommended only for patients with a productive cough.
Bromhexine is generally used in conjunction with the antibiotic therapy for treating cough associated with bronchitis, COPD or cystic fibrosis.

When should Bromhexine not be taken? (Contraindications)

Bromhexine should not be taken in the following conditions :
• Peptic ulcer
• Severe hepatic impairment
• Severe renal impairment

What is the dosage of Bromhexine?

• The recommended dose range of Bromhexine for adults is 8mg to be taken three times daily.
• The maximum adult dose is 16mg three times daily.
• Children from 2 years to 10 years of age should take 4mg thrice a day.

How should Bromhexine be taken?

• Bromhexine comes in the form of tablet or syrup and is to be taken orally with food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Bromhexine?

• In case of overdose contact your physician immediately.

• Not recommended for children below two years of age.

What are the side effects of Bromhexine?

Nose - Rhinorrhea
Eyes – Lacrimation
GI Tract - Gastric irritation
Allergies - Hypersensitivity, skin rashes
Others - Headache, dizziness and sweating

What are the other precautions for Bromhexine?

• Not to be used in dry coughs.
• Avoid excess dosage.

What are the Drug Interactions of Bromhexine?

Not known.

What are the storage conditions for Bromhexine?

• Store the medicine in a tightly closed container at room temperature.
• Keep out of reach of children. Protect from excess heat, light and moisture.