Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine
About Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine
Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine belongs to a group of medicines called expectorants and cough products used to provide relief from cough. Coughing (dry or productive) is a body's way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus or smoke) from airways thereby prevents respiratory infection. 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.
Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine is a combination of three drugs, namely: Salbutamol (bronchodilator), Guaifenesin (expectorant) and Bromhexine (mucolytic). Salbutamol relaxes and widens the muscles in the airways. Guaifenesin decreases the stickiness of mucus, thereby facilitating its removal. Bromhexine loosens and thins the mucus, making it easier to cough out phlegm. Together, Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine provides relief from cough.
You are advised to take Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, diarrhoea, and indigestion. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine should be used with caution in children if prescribed by the doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol with Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine as it could lead to increased dizziness. Inform your doctor about your health condition and the medicines you are taking to rule out any side-effects/interactions.
Uses of Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine
Medicinal Benefits
Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine is a combination of three drugs, namely: Salbutamol, Guaifenesin, and Bromhexine. Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine is used to provide relief from cough. Salbutamol is a bronchodilator that relaxes and widens the muscles in the airways. Guaifenesin is an expectorant that decreases the stickiness of mucus, thereby facilitating its removal. Bromhexine is a mucolytic agent which loosens and thins the mucus, making it easier to cough out phlegm. Together, Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine provides relief from cough.
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Side Effects of Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Indigestion
- Dizziness
- Diarrhoea
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Cough: Coughing is the body's way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. 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.
FAQs
Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine contains Salbutamol, Guaifenesin, and Bromhexine. Salbutamol relaxes and widens the muscles in the airways. Guaifenesin decreases the stickiness of mucus, thereby facilitating its removal. Bromhexine loosens and thins the mucus, making it easier to cough out phlegm. Together, Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine provides relief from cough.
Do not stop taking Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine on your own as it may worsen cough or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. If you experience any difficulty while taking Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine, please consult your doctor.
Diarrhoea could be a side-effect of Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine. Drink plenty of fluids and eat non-spicy meals if you experience diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if you have severe diarrhoea.
Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine should not be taken for longer durations unless prescribed by the doctor. If your condition does not improve despite taking Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine for a week, consult your doctor, he/she may prescribe an alternate medicine.
Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine should be used with caution in diabetic patients if prescribed by a doctor. However, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine.
Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine may cause palpitations or increased heartbeat. A minor fluctuation should not be a worry. Regularly monitor heart rate while taking Salbutamol+guaifenesin+bromhexine and consult your doctor if you notice any major changes in heart rate.
