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Breath is a prescription medicine. Cough are some of its major therapeutic uses. Breath also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Breath. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Breath are Headache, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful), Unsteadiness. Such side effects of Breath normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Breath's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, Breath's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Breath related warnings section.
The section on Breath contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Breath have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Breath is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Breath is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Is the use of Breath safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Breath in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Breath safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Breath for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Breath on the Kidneys?
Breath is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Breath on the Liver?
Breath is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Breath on the Heart?
Breath has very mild side effects on the heart.
Breath should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Breath unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Breath habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Breath is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Breath you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Breath only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Breath in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Breath
It is safe to take Breath with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Breath
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Breath as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, you can take Breath with paracetamol (acetaminophen). No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with paracetamol then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Breath contains bromhexine which is a mucolytic agent/expectorant. It works by softening the mucus (phlegm), reducing its thickness and promoting its expulsion which helps in clearing the air passage. In this way, Breath provides relief to the patient from an excessive wet cough.
No, Breath is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to use this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Breath may cause diarrhoea in a few cases only. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of diarrhoea is unknown. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug then discuss it with your doctor immediately without any further delay.
No, Breath should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well. You are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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