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Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Jan 1, 2025 | 9:31 AM IST

Broxtid Syrup is a cough syrup. It is used to treat cough associated with mucus and chest congestion caused by the common cold and flu in children. It contains Ambroxol and Terbutaline. Ambroxol works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose, whereas terbutaline relaxes muscles and widens the airways. This medicine may sometimes cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, headache, diarrhoea, tremors, and stomach upset.

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Not Returnable

About Broxtid Syrup

Broxtid Syrup is a cough syrup. It helps relieve cough associated with mucus and chest congestion caused by the common cold and flu in children. Coughing can be defined as the body's way of clearing irritants like allergens, mucus or smoke from the airways.

Broxtid Syrup is a combination medicine of Ambroxol and Terbutaline. Ambroxol works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose, whereas terbutaline relaxes muscles and widens the airways.

Broxtid Syrup may cause certain side effects such as nausea, vomiting, headache, diarrhoea, tremors, and stomach upset. If these side effects worsen, please consult your child's doctor. Broxtid Syrup should be given as advised by the doctor.

Broxtid Syrup is intended for paediatric use only. Avoid giving Broxtid Syrup to your child if he/she is allergic to any of the components present in the formulation. Keep the doctor informed about your child’s condition, including the medications and medical history, to rule out any side effects/interactions. Before administration, inform the doctor if your child has any liver or kidney disease.

Uses of Broxtid Syrup

Treatment of Cough

Medicinal Benefits

Broxtid Syrup is a combination medicine containing Ambroxol (mucolytic agent) and Terbutaline (bronchodilators). Ambroxol works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose and thus helps to cough out phlegm easily. Terbutaline relaxes muscles and widens the airways. Thereby, it makes breathing easier.

Side Effects of Broxtid Syrup

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache
  • Tremors
  • Indigestion

Directions for Use

Shake the container well before each use. Measure the required amount of Broxtid Syrup your paediatrician prescribes and administer it to your child. It is advised to measure the quantity accurately with the help of a dropper or measuring cup provided with the pack.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Therapeutic Class

EXPECTORANT AND COUGH PRODUCTS

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TerbutalineAmisulpride
Severe
TerbutalineLinezolid
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try to give food containing green leafy vegetables.
  • Make your child drink plenty of fluids to avoid a dry throat. It also helps loosen mucus.
  • Avoid giving citrus fruits like oranges to your child as they may worsen the cough.
  • Give your child fruits rich in water content, such as pears, watermelon, peaches and pineapples.

Habit Forming

No

How Broxtid Syrup Works

Broxtid Syrup is a combination medicine of Ambroxol and Terbutaline. Ambroxol works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose, whereas terbutaline relaxes muscles and widens the airways.

What if I have taken an overdose of Broxtid Syrup

Do not take more than prescribed dose. Symptoms of an overdose include extensions of the common undesirable effects (e.g., diarrhea, dyspepsia, pyrosis, nausea, vomiting, and skin rashes. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience these or think you have taken too much.
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Alcohol

Not applicable

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Pregnancy

Not applicable

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Breast Feeding

Not applicable

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Driving

Not applicable

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Liver

Consult your doctor

If your child has a liver impairment, inform the doctor before using Broxtid Syrup.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If your child has a kidney impairment, inform the doctor before using Broxtid Syrup.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Broxtid Syrup is safe for use in children if prescribed by the doctor. Your paediatrician will decide the dose of the medicine. Do not give more than the recommended dose to your child.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - BR92139

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Broxtid Syrup Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
  • Ambrohist-S Syrup 100 ml

    by AYUR

    1.17per tablet
  • Esiresp GT Syrup

    0.76per tablet

FAQs

Broxtid Syrup is used to treat Cough.
Broxtid Syrup works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose and thus helps to cough out phlegm easily.
If your child feels better, please consult your paediatrician before you stop giving Broxtid Syrup to your child.
It is advised not to miss any dose of Broxtid Syrup. However, if you forget to give the dose to your child, give it as soon as you remember unless it is time for the next dose. Do not double the dose.

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