Bromhexine+dextromethorphan+phenylephrine+menthol
About Bromhexine+dextromethorphan+phenylephrine+menthol
Bromhexine+dextromethorphan+phenylephrine+menthol belongs to a class of respiratory medications called 'expectorant' primarily used to treat cough. Coughing (dry or productive) is the body's way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus or smoke) from the airways. There are two types of coughs, namely: Dry cough and chesty cough. A dry cough is tickly and doesn't produce thick mucus, while a chesty cough (wet cough) produces mucous or sputum that helps clear the airways.
Bromhexine+dextromethorphan+phenylephrine+menthol consists of four medicines, namely: Bromhexine (mucolytic), Dextromethorphan (cough suppressant), Phenylephrine (decongestant), and Menthol (Coolant). Bromhexine makes sputum less viscous and makes it easier to cough out. Dextromethorphan relieves cough by reducing cough receptor activity, thereby affecting signals in the brain that trigger the cough reflex. Phenylephrine helps shrink the blood vessels in the nostrils and the passage and reduces stuffy noses. Menthol produces a cooling sensation and relieves throat irritation.
Bromhexine+dextromethorphan+phenylephrine+menthol should be taken as prescribed by the doctor. Some people may experience nausea, diarrhoea, bloating, indigestion, vomiting, stomach upset, sweating, dizziness, headache, and skin rash. Most of these side effects of Bromhexine+dextromethorphan+phenylephrine+menthol do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Do not use Bromhexine+dextromethorphan+phenylephrine+menthol if you are allergic to any components present in it. Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any heart, liver, kidney, lung diseases, depression and Parkinson's disease before taking Bromhexine+dextromethorphan+phenylephrine+menthol. Bromhexine+dextromethorphan+phenylephrine+menthol can cause sleepiness; hence avoid taking alcohol while using Bromhexine+dextromethorphan+phenylephrine+menthol. Bromhexine+dextromethorphan+phenylephrine+menthol may affect your ability to drive. It is advised not to drive whilst taking this medicine. Check with your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking other prescribed or non-prescribed drugs.
Uses of Bromhexine+dextromethorphan+phenylephrine+menthol
Medicinal Benefits
Bromhexine+dextromethorphan+phenylephrine+menthol belongs to a class of medication called 'expectorants,' containing four medicines, namely: Bromhexine (mucolytic), Dextromethorphan (cough suppressant), Phenylephrine (decongestant), Menthol (Coolant). Bromhexine makes sputum less viscous and makes it easier to cough out. Dextromethorphan relieves cough by reducing cough receptor activity, thereby affecting signals in the brain that trigger the cough reflex. Phenylephrine helps shrink the blood vessels in the nostrils and the passage and reduces stuffy nose. Menthol produces a cooling sensation and relieves throat irritation.
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Side Effects of Bromhexine+dextromethorphan+phenylephrine+menthol
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Bloating
- Indigestion
- Vomiting
- Stomach upset
- Sweating
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Skin rash
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Coughing: Coughing occurs as a reflex action in the throat when there is mucus or other foreign irritant. Cough can be dry or productive. A productive cough (wet cough) develops sputum (phlegm or mucus) from the lungs. Cough is commonly caused as a response to allergy or viral infection but coughing up mucus is possibly an indication of infection in the respiratory tract. If you are coughing out thick, solid white mucus, it indicates that you may have a bacterial infection in the airways. Clear or light-coloured mucus indicates allergies or minor infections in the respiratory tract, and yellow or green mucus indicates a respiratory infection.
FAQs
Bromhexine+dextromethorphan+phenylephrine+menthol consists of four medicines, namely: Bromhexine (mucolytic), Dextromethorphan (cough suppressant), Phenylephrine (decongestant), Menthol (Coolant). Bromhexine makes sputum less viscous and makes it easier to cough out. Dextromethorphan relieves cough by reducing cough receptor activity, thereby affecting signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex. Phenylephrine helps in shrinking the blood vessels in the nostrils and the passage and reducing stuffy nose. Menthol produces a cooling sensation and relieves throat irritation.
Bromhexine+dextromethorphan+phenylephrine+menthol should preferably be used after taking your meal to decrease the occurrence of side effects. Please follow your doctor's advice on how you should use this medicine.
Inform your doctor before taking Bromhexine+dextromethorphan+phenylephrine+menthol, if you have any heart, liver, kidney diseases, depression and Parkinson's disease.
Yes, you may experience headaches and shakiness after using Bromhexine+dextromethorphan+phenylephrine+menthol. Drink plenty of water and take a rest to manage your headache. Shakiness goes away gradually. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist longer.
Bromhexine+dextromethorphan+phenylephrine+menthol is not recommended for use if you have a stomach ulcer since mucolytics like Bromohexine may disrupt the gastric mucosal barrier, therefore cautiously administered in patients with a stomach ulcer.