Guaifenesin+bromhexine+phenylephrine
About Guaifenesin+bromhexine+phenylephrine
Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine is a respiratory medication used to treat a cough with mucus, stuffy nose, sinus congestion, and chest congestion caused by the common cold. Coughing occurs as a reflex action in the throat when there is mucus or any other foreign irritant in the throat. The common cold is a respiratory illness that affects the nose and throat, caused by viruses known as rhinoviruses. The virus enters the body through the nose, mouth, or eyes and spreads easily through air droplets when a sick person with the virus sneezes, coughs, or talks.
Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine consists of Guaifenesin (expectorant), Bromhexine (mucolytic agent), and Phenylephrine (decongestant). Guaifenesin is an expectorant that reduces the thickness or viscosity of bronchial secretions (phlegm) and increases mucus flow, making it easier to cough. Bromhexine is a mucolytic agent that causes thinning of the mucus in the airways and makes it easier to cough up. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that works by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels. Thus, Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine helps relieve cough with mucus due to respiratory infections, allergies, common colds, asthma, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) conditions.
Take Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine regularly at a fixed time. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the course based on the severity of your congestion. Like every other medication, Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine also has common side effects like nausea, indigestion, loss of appetite, bloating, diarrhoea, vomiting, stomach pain, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, sweating, skin rash, itching, and insomnia. These side effects, if they occur, typically subside during treatment. However, if the side effects persist, please get in touch with your doctor.
Let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine or any other medications. It is essential to inform your doctor if you have heart, liver or kidney diseases, overactive thyroid, blood circulation problems, high blood pressure, urination problems, stomach ulcer, diabetes, lung disorders, immune system problems (HIV/AIDS), prostate enlargement, glaucoma, and difficulty breathing before taking Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine. Check with your doctor if you plan to conceive, are pregnant, or breastfeeding before using Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine. This medicine may cause sleepiness, so please do not drive or operate machinery until you are mentally alert. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine as it can worsen drowsiness.
Uses of Guaifenesin+bromhexine+phenylephrine
• Treatment of Cough with Mucus: Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine helps loosen and thin mucus in the airways, making it easier to cough up and clear mucus from the lungs and throat.
• Relief of Airway Congestion: Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine reduces nasal and sinus swelling, which helps open up the airways and relieve stuffiness.
• Management of Common Cold Symptoms: Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine helps reduce discomfort from cold symptoms like a runny nose, sneezing, itching, and watery eyes.
Medicinal Benefits
Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine treats cough with mucus, chest congestion and common cold symptoms. It consists of three medicines: Guaifenesin, Bromhexine, and Phenylephrine. Guaifenesin is an expectorant that works by reducing the thickness or viscosity of bronchial secretions (phlegm). It loosens congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through the mouth. Bromhexine is a mucolytic agent that relieves a productive cough. It works by thinning the mucus in the airways, making it easier to cough out. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that works by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels. Thus, Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine helps relieve cough symptoms associated with respiratory infections, asthma, COPD, the common cold, and allergies.
Directions for Use
- Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor. However, if it causes stomach upset, take it with food.
- Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
- Shake the bottle well before each use.
- Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided with the pack.
- Avoid using regular household spoons, as they may not accurately measure the dose.
Storage
Side Effects of Guaifenesin+bromhexine+phenylephrine
- Nausea
- Indigestion
- Loss of appetite
- Bloating
- Diarrhoea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Headache
- Sweating
- Skin rash
- Itching
- Insomnia
Drug Warnings
Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine should be used with caution in patients with heart, liver or kidney diseases, diabetes, overactive thyroid, blood circulation problems, high blood pressure, urination problems, stomach ulcer, lung disorders, immune system problems (HIV/AIDS), prostate enlargement, glaucoma, and difficulty breathing. If you are undergoing chemotherapy, please let your doctor know before starting Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine with proper consultation and caution. Avoid consuming alcohol with Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine as it could lead to increased drowsiness or dizziness. Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine may make you feel sleepy or dizzy, so do not drive or do any physical activity that requires mental alertness.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine may interact with antidepressants (duloxetine), and other respiratory-related drugs (albuterol).
Drug-Food Interactions: Limit alcohol intake since it may worsen the side effects, such as dizziness and drowsiness.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine should be administered with caution in patients with heart, liver or kidney diseases, overactive thyroid, blood circulation problems, high blood pressure, urination problems, stomach ulcer, lung disorders, immune system problems (HIV/AIDS), prostate enlargement, glaucoma, and difficulty breathing.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionAvoid consuming alcohol while using Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine as it could worsen side effects like drowsiness or dizziness.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult your doctor before using Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine, if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.
Breast Feeding
cautionPhenylephrine in Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine may decrease milk production. Please consult your doctor before starting Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
cautionDo not drive or operate machinery if you experience sleepiness, dizziness, and increased/uneven heart rate while using Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine. This may affect your ability to drive. Seek medical attention if the symptoms persist longer.
Liver
cautionBromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver disease.
Kidney
cautionBromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney disease.
Children
safe if prescribedBromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine should be given to children only if the doctor has prescribed it to the child based on his/her weight and age.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- 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 Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine.
- Know your triggers, such as allergens, such as pollen, dust, and food items, that make your respiratory diseases severe.
- Quit smoking and avoid passive smoking. Smoking may also reduce the effectiveness of the medicine.
- Drink warm fluids while you take Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine 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.
- Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.
Special Advise
- Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine may affect blood sugar levels; therefore, it is essential to monitor your blood glucose levels regularly. Inform your diabetologist if you notice frequent or unusual changes in your sugar levels.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Coughing: It occurs as a reflex action in the throat when there is mucus or any other foreign irritant in the throat. It is the body's way of clearing irritants (such as allergens, mucus, or smoke) from the 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 thick mucus, while a chesty cough (wet cough) produces mucus or sputum that helps clear the airways. The common cold is a respiratory illness that affects the nose and throat and is caused by viruses known as 'rhinoviruses'. The virus enters the body through the nose, mouth or eyes and spreads easily through air droplets when a sick person sneezes, coughs or talks.
FAQs
Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine is used to treat a cough with mucus, stuffy nose, sinus congestion, and chest congestion caused by the common cold.
Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine consists of Guaifenesin, Bromhexine, and Phenylephrine. It works by dilating the blood vessels and loosening the congestion in your chest and throat. This helps in easy coughing out of the phlegm in the airways, making an individual breathe easier.
Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine should preferably be used after taking your meal. Taking Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine with food can avoid side effects like stomach upset. Please follow your doctor's advice on how to use this medicine.
Inform your doctor before taking Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine, if you have any have heart, liver or kidney diseases, overactive thyroid, blood circulation problems, high blood pressure, urination problems, stomach ulcer, diabetes, lung disorders, immune system problems (HIV/AIDS), prostate enlargement, glaucoma, and difficulty breathing.
Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine may affect the blood sugar/blood glucose levels. You are advised to regularly monitor your blood glucose levels while taking Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes before starting Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine.
Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine may cause diarrhoea as one of its side effects. Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated and eat non-spicy meals. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive diarrhoea or blood in the stools.
Do not stop taking Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine even if you feel better, as it may worsen your condition. It is recommended to complete the course as prescribed by your doctor to avoid the recurrence of your disease. However, please do not use it for longer than 14 days without consulting a doctor.
Take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose.
Yes, Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine causes sleepiness or drowsiness as a side effect. Therefore, do not drive or operate machinery until you are alert.
Yes, Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine contains guaifenesin, which is an expectorant. Guaifenesin helps to thin the mucus in the airways, making it easier to cough up and clear out of the lungs.
No, Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine does not work for controlling cough due to asthma. For an asthma-related cough, it's essential to consult your doctor for appropriate medications that target asthma specifically.
The potential side effects of Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine are nausea, indigestion, loss of appetite, bloating, diarrhoea, vomiting, stomach pain, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, sweating, skin rash, itching, and insomnia. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Yes, Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine can interact with other medications such as antidepressants like duloxetine and respiratory-related drugs like albuterol. Therefore, it’s always best to inform your doctor about all the medications and supplements you are taking to avoid potential interactions.
If you accidentally take too much Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine, consult your doctor immediately as Bromhexine+guaifenesin+phenylephrine overdose may cause adverse effects.
