Bricarex D : Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Bricarex D Benefits & Uses

Bricarex D is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Cough

Other Benefits

Dry Cough (Read More - Home remedies for dry cough)

Bricarex D Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Cough Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Take till symptom persist
Geriatric	Disease: Cough Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Take till symptom persist
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Cough Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Take till symptom persist
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Cough Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Take till symptom persist

Bricarex D Related Warnings

Is the use of Bricarex D safe for pregnant women?

Bricarex D shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Bricarex D safe during breastfeeding?

Bricarex D may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Bricarex D on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Bricarex D . If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Bricarex D on the Liver?

Bricarex D may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Bricarex D on the Heart?

Side effects of Bricarex D rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Bricarex D with Other Drugs

Bricarex D should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Bricarex D Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bricarex D unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Parkinson's Disease
Asthma
Heart Disease
Kidney Cancer
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Bricarex D

Is this Bricarex D habit forming or addictive?

You may get addicted to Bricarex D . Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Bricarex D can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Bricarex D only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Bricarex D in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Bricarex D Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Bricarex D

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Bricarex D together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Bricarex D

Taking Bricarex D with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Bricarex D

Question over 5 years ago

Does Bricarex D cause drowsiness?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Bricarex D may cause drowsiness as it is one of the side-effects. It is, therefore, recommended that one doesn't operate machinery or drive under the influence of the drug.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Bricarex D for dry cough?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Bricarex D for a dry cough. It is a cough suppressant that acts on the cough center in the brain to suppress a dry cough. Bricarex D is used for a short-term to prevent coughing associated with cold, flu, and inhaled irritant.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Bricarex D ?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

Bricarex D is available in the form of tablet, syrup, and lozenge. The tablet should be swallowed with water, the syrup should be taken with a measuring spoon or a container and lozenge should be allowed to melt inside the mouth. Bricarex D is taken every 4 to 12 hours as per the requirement. It is important to read the label carefully and follow the instructions completely. If you are giving Bricarex D to a child then make sure it is not given to a child younger than 4 years old. Also, make sure that you are using a brand that is exclusively for children. Be very careful while administering more than one type of drug to the child because if there is a common ingredient in more than one drug then it could lead to overdose. It is suitable to take Bricarex D under the guidance of a doctor or a pharmacist. It is also important to talk to your doctor if the symptoms do not improve in 7 days.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Bricarex D safe for infants?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

No, Bricarex D is not safe for infants as the safety and efficacy are yet to be established in infants and young children. It can be, however, given to children above 4 years of age but one should give Bricarex D to children only after consulting a doctor. In addition, if you are giving more than two products to a child then make sure that none of the ingredients is present in both because then it may lead to an overdose.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Bricarex D be given to a patient with asthma?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

No, Bricarex D is not suitable for a patient with asthma. Bricarex D is suitable for treating cough originating from cold and flu. It is not suitable for treating cough due to smoking or asthma. Asthma is generally treated with two type of medication which are long-term control and quick-relief medicine. For long-term control, medicine helps reduce airway inflammation and prevent asthma symptoms where quick-relief medicine helps sudden relief from asthmatic symptoms.