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Brohex, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Cough.
The optimal dosage of Brohex is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Brohex also has some side effects, the most common being Skin Rash, Headache, Dizziness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Brohex as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Brohex are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Brohex is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Brohex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Brohex have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Brohex with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Brohex, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Brohex is used to treat the following -
Main 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Brohex safe for pregnant women?
Brohex shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Brohex safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Brohex. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Brohex on the Kidneys?
Brohex may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Brohex on the Liver?
Brohex is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Brohex on the Heart?
Brohex is rarely harmful for the heart.
Brohex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Brohex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Brohex habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Brohex.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Brohex you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Brohex should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Brohex for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Brohex
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Brohex, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Brohex
Information about the interaction of Brohex and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Brohex may cause stomach pain. If you experience severe stomach pain after taking this drug then discuss it with your doctor immediately.
Yes, you can take Brohex with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Brohex along with phenylephrine if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking these two drugs together then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Brohex does not contain paracetamol. It contains bromhexine which is a mucolytic agent that softens the thick mucus and promote its expulsion.
Brohex 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, Brohex provides relief to the patient from an excessive wet cough.
Usually, it is given for short-term treatment up to 14 days. You are advised to take it as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 219