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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Nov 30, 2024 | 3:17 PM IST

Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg is used to treat cough associated with mucus. It contains bromhexine, which works by loosening/thinning phlegm and making it easier to cough out. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, stomach upset, and diarrhoea. Before taking this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Synonym

BROMHEXINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Composition

BROMHEXINE-8MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Ipca Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

for this medicine

About Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg

Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg is 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: 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 your airways. 

The Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg contains bromhexine. It enhances mucus transport by reducing mucus viscosity and activating the ciliated epithelium (mucociliary clearance). This secretolytic and secretomotor effect in the bronchial tract area relieves cough and facilitates expectoration.

Your doctor will recommend how often you take Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, skin rash, stomach upset, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg or any other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg . Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg should be used with caution in children below six years. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg to loosen mucus. If you have stomach ulcers, asthma, phenylketonuria (a congenital disability that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), or kidney or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg .

Uses of Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg

Treatment of Cough

Medicinal Benefits

Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg contains Bromhexine. Bromhexine is used when thick mucus is present in the airways. It enhances mucus transport by reducing mucus viscosity and activating the ciliated epithelium (mucociliary clearance). This pectolytic and secretomotor effect in the bronchial tract area relieves cough and facilitates expectoration.

Directions for Use

Swallow the tablet as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Upper abdominal pain
  • Sweating
  • Angioedema
  • Urticaria
  • Bronchospasm
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Rash
  • Pruritus

Drug Warnings

Do not take Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg if you are allergic to any components present in Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg . If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using the Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg . Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg should be used with caution in children below six years. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg to loosen mucus. If you have stomach ulcers, asthma, phenylketonuria (a congenital disability that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), or kidney or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking the Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg .

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg may interact with antibiotics (e.g., erythromycin, cefalexine, ampicillin, amoxicillin, oxytetracycline), non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines (e.g., phenylbutazone and oxyphenbutazone).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid dairy products such as milk, which may increase mucus production. Also, avoid processed or refined foods to relieve cough.

Drug-Disease Interactions: If you have stomach ulcers, asthma, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes the accumulation of the amino acid phenylalanine in the body), or kidney or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg .

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • CEFALEXIN
  • OXYPHENBUTAZONE
  • PHENYLBUTAZONE
  • AMPICILLIN
  • AMOXICILLIN
  • OXYTETRACYCLINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid dairy products such as milk, as they may increase mucus production. Also, avoid processed or refined foods to relieve cough. Instead, 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 dry throat while you have a cough and loosen mucus.
  • Avoid citrus fruits as they may worsen the cough.
  • Eat fruits rich in water content, such as pears, watermelon, peaches, and pineapples.
  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system.
  • Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.
  • Quit smoking and avoid passive smoking. Smoking also reduces the effectiveness of the medicine.

Special Advise

  • You are recommended to inform your doctor that you are taking Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg before undergoing any medical tests or surgery.
  • If your cough persists for more than one week, stop using Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg and consult your doctor.
  • Do not take Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg if you have taken an MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) in the past 14 days, and it may cause serious drug interaction.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Cough: Coughing is the 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. 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 you may have a bacterial infection in the airways. If the mucus is clear or light-coloured, it indicates you may have allergies or a minor infection in the respiratory tract, and yellow or green mucus indicates a respiratory infection.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg as it may increase drowsiness. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg .

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

The safety of Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg 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

Consult your doctor

It is unknown whether Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg is excreted in human milk. Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alerted after taking the Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg .

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Liver

Caution

Take Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases or conditions. Your doctor may adjust the dose as needed.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases or conditions. Your doctor may adjust the dose as needed.

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Children

Caution

Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg should be used with caution in children if prescribed by a doctor. Your doctor may adjust the dose as required.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

142 AB, Kandivli Industrial Estate, Kandivli (West), Mumbai - 400 067, Maharashtra
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FAQs

Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg is used to treat cough associated with mucus.
Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg contains Bromhexine, a mucolytic medication that thins and loosens mucus (phlegm) in the nose, windpipe, and lungs, making coughing easier.
It is not recommended to stop taking Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg without consulting your doctor, as it may worsen your cough or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking it, please consult your doctor.
There is a sugar-free syrup available for diabetes patients. It is always better to consult a doctor before using Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg if you have diabetes.
No, Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg is not recommended for patients suffering from stomach ulcers, which may worsen the condition. However, please consult a doctor before taking Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg .
Before taking Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg , inform the doctor if you have a chronic cough, stomach ulcers or cough due to asthma, smoking, emphysema or chronic bronchitis.
Thinning of mucus is an indication that Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg is working. It helps thin the mucus and facilitates its removal from the airways.
Bromhexine may be effective in preventing symptomatic COVID. However, please consult the doctor if you have COVID or any concerns regarding this.
Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg may not be suitable for dry cough as it is indicated in the treatment of cough associated with mucus. Consult the doctor if you have dry cough; the doctor will prescribe appropriate medicine based on your condition.
Yes, Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg may cause drowsiness or dizziness in some cases. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.
Other cough syrups may interfere with the working of Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg . Therefore, avoid using other cough syrups while taking Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg unless advised by the doctor.
Though no interactions have been found between Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg and paracetamol, both medicines should be taken together only if advised by the doctor. However, consult the doctor if you have any concerns.
Drinking enough fluids helps loosen mucus. Hence, you can drink water after taking Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg .
Drinking enough fluids, using a humidifier, avoiding alcohol & caffeine, using a warm compress, and gargling with salt water can help provide relief from congestion.
Yes, a prescription is required to purchase Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg . The doctor will prescribe Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg after evaluating your condition.
Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg should be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding only if advised by the doctor. Please consult the doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or breastfeeding.
Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, skin rash, stomach upset, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg should be used with caution in children and only if prescribed by the doctor. Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg in children.
Store Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablet 8 mg at room temperature, in a dry place. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.

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