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Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet is mucolytic medication. It is used in the treatment of various respiratory tract disorders associated with excessive mucus. It thins and loosens the mucus in the airway and makes it easier to cough out.
Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet are used for the treatment of breathing diseases such as asthma.
Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet are used for the treatment of breathing diseases such as asthma.
Uses of Bromhexine Tablet
Benefits of Bromhexine Tablet
In Treatment of Respiratory tract disorders associated with viscid mucus
Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for air to move in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours.
Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.
Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.
Side effects of Bromhexine Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Bromhexine
- Irritation of ear
- Allergic skin rash
- Dizziness
- Headache
How to use Bromhexine Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease.
Limited information is available on the use of Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet in patients with liver disease.
Limited information is available on the use of Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet in patients with liver disease.
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Quick tips
- Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet helps in thinning and removal of the mucus (slimy and sticky substance) from the airways, thereby treats various respiratory conditions.
- Inform your doctor if you have suffered or are currently suffering from any stomach, liver or kidney problem.
- Do not use Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet for more than 14 days, without your doctor’s advice.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Phenylmethylamine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Mucolytics
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet
Thrice A Day
61%
Twice A Day
27%
Once A Day
12%
What are you using Bromhexine Tablet for?
Cough
86%
Others
14%
How much was the improvement?
Average
42%
Excellent
33%
Poor
25%
What were the side-effects while using Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet?
Dizziness
50%
No Side Effec*
25%
Irritation of*
25%
*No Side Effect, Irritation of ear
How do you take Bromhexine Tablet?
With food
100%
Please rate Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet on price
Average
56%
Not Expensive
22%
Expensive
22%
FAQs
What is Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet used for?
Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet is a mucolytic that thins and loosens mucus to help clear chest congestion. This relieves chesty coughs and breathing difficulties due to excess mucus in cold, flu, and respiratory tract infections.
What should I inform my doctor before taking Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet?
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have a persistent or chronic cough such as coughs due to smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema (a form of lung disease), or stomach ulcers.
How will I know if Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet is working?
When you take this medicine, you may notice an increase in thin watery mucus from your air passages. This is an indication that it is working as it is helping to remove mucus by making it easier to cough up.
Is bromhexine good for Covid?
Studies have shown that the early administration of oral bromhexine is associated with a reduced rate of symptomatic COVID-19, reduces the ICU transfer, and the mortality rate in patients with COVID-19.
Is Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet good for dry cough?
No. Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet is more effective in the treatment of productive cough associated with thickened mucus. Consult your doctor to prescribe you the right medication for dry cough.
Does Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet make you drowsy?
This medicine may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. If you have any of these symptoms, do not drive, operate machinery or do anything else that could be dangerous.
Can I take other cough syrups while taking Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet?
No, you should not start taking any other cough syrups without consulting your doctor. The cough syrups which suppress the cough should be avoided with this medication as it would interfere with the action of the medicine.
Can I take Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet with Paracetamol?
Although no interactions were found between Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet and Paracetamol, it is always advisable to consult your doctor before taking any medicines along with Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet. Never self medicate as it can be risky.
Should we drink water after taking Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet?
To reduce your risk of experiencing irritation of the esophagus, it's important to take this medicine with plenty of water and to avoid lying down for at least half an hour after taking them. The amount of water needed can also depend on the dosage form.
Along with taking Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet, what other tips should I follow to get relief from congestion?
Along with taking Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet, drink plenty of warm fluids (soup, water, herbal tea), gargle with saline water, avoid smoking, alcohol, caffeine, oily food, and take a healthy diet.
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Address: 142 AB, Kandivli Industrial Estate, Kandivli (West), Mumbai - 400 067, Maharashtra
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Bromhexine Hydrochloride 8mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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