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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:37 PM IST
Brcof-LS Syrup is a combination medicine which belongs to the class of expectorants. It is used in the treatment of wet/productive cough. This medicine works by increasing the volume of fluid in the airways, reducing the stickiness of mucus, and removing it from the airways. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, skin rash, tremor, stomach upset, and diarrhoea.
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Manufacturer/Marketer

Brzee Medscience

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-26

for this medicine

About Brcof-LS Syrup

Brcof-LS Syrup belongs to the class of medicines called 'expectorants' primarily used to treat cough associated with mucus. Coughing (dry or productive) is the body's way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. There are two types of coughs, namely: dry cough and chesty cough. A dry cough is tickly and doesn't produce any vicious or thick mucus, while a chesty cough (wet cough) means mucous or sputum is produced to help clear the airways. 

Brcof-LS Syrup is a combination of three drugs, namely Levosalbutamol (bronchodilator), Ambroxol hydrochloride (mucolytic agent), and Guaiphenesin (expectorant). Levosalbutamol works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Ambroxol hydrochloride works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Thereby helps to cough out phlegm easily. Guaiphenesin increases the volume of fluid in the airways, reduces the stickiness of mucus, and helps to remove it from the airways. Together, Brcof-LS Syrup helps provide relief from cough.

Take Brcof-LS Syrup as prescribed. Your doctor will recommend how often you need to take Brcof-LS Syrup based on your medical condition. Some people may experience common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, skin rash, tremor, stomach upset, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Brcof-LS Syrup do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Brcof-LS Syrup . If you are suffering from fits or have a history of fits, please inform your doctor before taking Brcof-LS Syrup as it may increase the risk of recurrent fits. If you have diabetes, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Brcof-LS Syrup . Drink plenty of fluids while taking Brcof-LS Syrup to loosen mucus. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions/side effects.

Uses of Brcof-LS Syrup

Treatment of Cough with mucus

Medicinal Benefits

Brcof-LS Syrup contains Levosalbutamol, Ambroxol hydrochloride, and Guaiphenesin, used to treat cough associated with mucus. Levosalbutamol belongs to the class of bronchodilators that works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Ambroxol hydrochloride belongs to the class of mucolytic agents (cough/sputum thinner) that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Thereby helps to cough out easily. Guaiphenesin belongs to the class of expectorants that works by increasing the volume of fluid in the airways, reduces the stickiness of mucus, and helps to remove it from the airways. Together, Brcof-LS Syrup helps provide relief from cough.

Directions for Use

Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions before using it. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dropper provided by the pack.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Brcof-LS Syrup

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Drowsiness
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Skin rash
  • Tremor
  • Stomach upset
  • Diarrhoea

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Brcof-LS Syrup or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Brcof-LS Syrup . If you are suffering from fits or have a history of fits, please inform your doctor before taking Brcof-LS Syrup as it may increase the risk of recurrent fits. If you have diabetes, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Brcof-LS Syrup . If you have diabetes, fits, high blood pressure, overactive thyroid, stomach ulcers, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), kidney, liver or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Brcof-LS Syrup .

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Brcof-LS Syrup may have interaction with antibiotics (erythromycin, doxycycline, cefuroxime, amoxicillin), water pills (furosemide), bronchodilators (albuterol, formoterol, vilanterol), anti-sickness drug (ondansetron), steroids (prednisone, budesonide).

Drug-Food Interaction: Brcof-LS Syrup may interact with caffeine. Therefore, avoid or limit the intake of caffeinated beverages or foods with Brcof-LS Syrup as it may increase the risk of adverse effects.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have diabetes, fits, high blood pressure, overactive thyroid, stomach ulcers, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), kidney, liver, or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Brcof-LS Syrup .

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • DOXYCYCLINE
  • CEFUROXIME
  • AMOXICILLIN
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • ALBUTEROL
  • FORMOTEROL
  • VILANTEROL
  • ONDANSETRON
  • PREDNISONE
  • BUDESONIDE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid dairy products such as milk as it may increase mucus production. Also, avoid processed or refined foods.
  • Replace baked foods, fried foods, white bread, white pasta, french fries, sugary desserts and chips with green leafy vegetables.
  • Drink plenty of fluids to avoid a dry throat. It also helps loosen mucus.
  • Avoid citrus fruits as they may worsen the cough.
  • Eat fruits rich in water content, such as pears, watermelon, peaches and pineapples.

Special Advise

Regularly monitor blood sugar levels while taking Brcof-LS Syrup if you have diabetes as it may increase blood sugar levels.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Cough: Coughing is a body's way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. Coughs may be dry or productive. A productive cough (wet cough) brings up sputum (phlegm, mucus and other matter) from the lungs. Dry cough does not produce sputum. 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 thick, solid white mucus, it indicates a bacterial infection in the airways. If the mucus is clear or light-coloured, it indicates allergies or a minor infection in the respiratory tract, and yellow or green mucus indicates a respiratory infection.

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Alcohol

Caution

Interaction of alcohol with Brcof-LS Syrup is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Brcof-LS Syrup .

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Pregnancy

Caution

The safety of Brcof-LS Syrup in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Brcof-LS Syrup is excreted in human milk. Brcof-LS Syrup is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks the benefits are greater than the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Brcof-LS Syrup may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Brcof-LS Syrup .

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Liver

Caution

Take Brcof-LS Syrup with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Brcof-LS Syrup with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Brcof-LS Syrup should be used with caution in children if prescribed by a doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

3-4-471/1, Lingampally, Barkatpura, Opposite Reddy Womens College, Hyderabad-500027, Telangana, India
Other Info - BRC0004

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FAQs

Brcof-LS Syrup belongs to the class of medicines called expectorants primarily used to treat cough associated with mucus.
Brcof-LS Syrup contains Levosalbutamol, Ambroxol hydrochloride, and Guaiphenesin. Levosalbutamol relaxes muscles and widens the airways of the lungs. Ambroxol hydrochloride works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Thereby, helps to cough out easily. Guaiphenesin increases the volume of fluid in the airways, reduces the stickiness of mucus, and helps to remove it from the airways.
Brcof-LS Syrup should be used with caution in hyperthyroid (overactive thyroid) patients as it may worsen the condition. Inform your doctor if you have hyperthyroidism before taking Brcof-LS Syrup so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately. However, regular monitoring of thyroid hormone levels is recommended while taking Brcof-LS Syrup .
Brcof-LS Syrup may cause drowsiness or dizziness. It is not necessary for everyone taking Brcof-LS Syrup to experience this side effect. However, avoid driving if you feel drowsy or dizzy after taking Brcof-LS Syrup .
Brcof-LS Syrup should be used with caution in diabetic patients if prescribed by a doctor. However, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Brcof-LS Syrup as it may increase blood sugar levels.
You are recommended to take Brcof-LS Syrup for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the symptoms persist or worsen with rash, fever or persistent headache even after one week of using Brcof-LS Syrup , please consult your doctor.
You are not recommended to stop taking Brcof-LS Syrup without consulting your doctor as it may worsen cough or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Brcof-LS Syrup for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Brcof-LS Syrup , please consult your doctor.

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