Onimex Expectorant

Onimex Expectorant belongs to the class of medicines called ‘expectorants’ primarily used to treat cough associated with mucus. Coughing (dry or productive) is a 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 your airways.

Onimex Expectorant is a combination of two drugs: Ambroxol (mucolytic agent) and Guaifenesin (expectorant). Ambroxol belongs to the class of mucolytic agents (cough/sputum thinner) that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Guaifenesin belongs to the class of expectorants that increase the volume of fluid in the airways, reduce mucus stickiness, and remove it from airways.

Take Onimex Expectorant with or without food as advised by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Onimex Expectorant based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, skin rash, and nervousness. Most of these side effects of Onimex Expectorant 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 allergic to Onimex Expectorant or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Onimex Expectorant. Use Onimex Expectorant with caution in children if prescribed by a doctor. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Onimex Expectorant to loosen mucus. It is mandatory to inform your doctor if you have heart, liver, kidney diseases, stomach ulcers, thyroid disorders, diabetes, inflammation of air passages, lung disorders, and difficulty breathing before taking Onimex Expectorant. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side-effects.

Onimex Expectorant is a combination of two drugs, namely: Ambroxol and Guaifenesin. Ambroxol belongs to the class of mucolytic agents (cough/sputum thinner) that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose for coughing out easily. Being an expectorant, Guaifenesin reduces the thickness or viscosity of bronchial secretions (phlegm) and increases mucus flow making it easier to cough. 

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach upset
• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Skin rash
• Nervousness

If you are allergic to Onimex Expectorant or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Onimex Expectorant.If you have diabetes, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Onimex Expectorant. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Onimex Expectorant to loosen mucus and lubricate your throat. If you cough for a long time, asthma, or suffer from serious asthma attacks, liver or kidney problems, or peptic or duodenal ulcers, inform your doctor before taking Onimex Expectorant. Ambroxol in Onimex Expectorant can cause hypokalemia (low potassium levels in the blood). Therefore it should be used with caution in patients with bronchospasm (narrowed airways or bronchi with mucus). Avoid consuming alcohol with Onimex Expectorant as it could lead to increased drowsiness or dizziness. Drive only if you are alert after taking Onimex Expectorant as it may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people.

• Take the medication as directed by the doctor and at regular intervals. Do not use other over-the-counter medications, herbal or vitamin supplements without informing your pharmacist or doctor when you take Onimex Expectorant.
• Know your triggers like allergens, such as pollen, dust, and food items that make your asthma and other respiratory diseases severe.
• Quit smoking and avoid passive smoking. Smoking also reduces the effectiveness of the medicine.
• Drink warm fluids while you take Onimex Expectorant to help loosen congestion and lubricate the throat.
• Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system.
• Avoid dairy products such as milk as they may increase mucus production. Also, avoid processed or refined foods to have relief from cough. Instead, replace baked foods, fried foods, white bread, white pasta, French fries, sugary desserts, and chips with green leafy vegetables.
• Avoid citrus fruits as they may worsen the cough. Eat fruits rich in water content such as pears, watermelon, peaches, and pineapples.
• Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.