Brostin 4 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 40.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Bromhexine hydrochloride |
| Company | Rephco pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of respiratory tract disorders
- Productive cough
- Tracheobronchitis
- Bronchitis with Emphysema
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchitis with Bronchospasm
- Chronic inflammatory pulmonary conditions
- Pneumoconiosis
Pharmacology
- Oral mucolytic agent
- Disrupts acid mucopolysaccharide fibres
- Produces less viscous mucus
- Easier expectoration
- Rapid & complete absorption from gastrointestinal tract
- Widely distributed into body tissues
Dosage & Administration
- Recommended doses for adults and children
- Adult & Children over 12 years: 10 ml (2 teaspoons) 3 times daily
- Children 6-12 years: 5 ml (1 teaspoon) 3 times daily
- Children 2-6 years: 2.5 ml (1/2 teaspoon) 3 times daily
- Bromhexine Hydrochloride not recommended for children under 2 years of age without advice
Interaction
- No known significant interactions with other drugs
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to Bromhexine Hydrochloride or any ingredients
Side Effects
- Occasional gastrointestinal side effects
- Transient rise in serum aminotransferase values
- Headache
- Vertigo (dizziness)
- Allergic reactions
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Special care recommended during pregnancy
- Assessment of benefits vs. effects on children
- Not recommended for lactating mothers
Precautions & Warnings
- Care in patients with history of peptic ulcer disease
- Care advisable in asthmatic patients
- Use with care in patients with severe hepatic or renal impairment
Therapeutic Class
- Cough expectorants & mucolytics
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of reach of children