Bromed 4mg Syrup


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Seagull Laboratories (I) Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient Bromhexine (4mg/5ml)
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical ClassPhenylmethylamine Derivative
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassRESPIRATORY
Action ClassMucolytics
User Rating4.7
User Reviews653

FAQ

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Is Bromed 4mg good for dry cough?
No. Bromed 4mg is more effective in the treatment of productive cough associated with thickened mucus. Consult your doctor to prescribe you the right medication for dry cough.
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How will I know if Bromed 4mg is working?
When you take this medicine, you may notice an increase in thin watery mucus from your air passages. This is an indication that it is working as it is helping to remove mucus by making it easier to cough up.
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What should I inform my doctor before taking Bromed 4mg?
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have a persistent or chronic cough such as coughs due to smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema (a form of lung disease), or stomach ulcers.
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Is bromhexine good for Covid?
Studies have shown that the early administration of oral bromhexine is associated with a reduced rate of symptomatic COVID-19, reduces the ICU transfer, and the mortality rate in patients with COVID-19.
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Can I take other cough syrups while taking Bromed 4mg?
No, you should not start taking any other cough syrups without consulting your doctor. The cough syrups which suppress the cough should be avoided with this medication as it would interfere with the action of the medicine.
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Does Bromed 4mg make you drowsy?
This medicine may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. If you have any of these symptoms, do not drive, operate machinery or do anything else that could be dangerous.
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Along with taking Bromed 4mg, what other tips should I follow to get relief from congestion?
Along with taking Bromed 4mg, drink plenty of warm fluids (soup, water, herbal tea), gargle with saline water, avoid smoking, alcohol, caffeine, oily food, and take a healthy diet.
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Should we drink water after taking Bromed 4mg?
To reduce your risk of experiencing irritation of the esophagus, it's important to take this medicine with plenty of water and to avoid lying down for at least half an hour after taking them. The amount of water needed can also depend on the dosage form.
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What is Bromed 4mg used for?
Bromed 4mg is a mucolytic that thins and loosens mucus to help clear chest congestion. This relieves chesty coughs and breathing difficulties due to excess mucus in cold, flu, and respiratory tract infections.
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Can I take Bromed 4mg with Paracetamol?
Although no interactions were found between Bromed 4mg and Paracetamol, it is always advisable to consult your doctor before taking any medicines along with Bromed 4mg. Never self medicate as it can be risky.
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Bromed 4mg Syrup Reviews

Bromed 4mg is mucolytic medication. It is used in the treatment of various respiratory tract disorders associated with excessive mucus. It thins and loosens the mucus in the airway and makes it easier to cough out.

Bromed 4mg should be taken with food. For better results, it is suggested to take it at the same time every day. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms.  It is advised not to use it for more than 14 days without doctor's consultation.

The most common side effects of this medicine include irritation of the ear, allergic skin rash, dizziness, and headache. Talk to your doctor if you're worried about side effects or they do not go away. Generally, it is advised not to take alcohol while on treatment.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease or if you have stomach problems. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. You must take the doctor's advice before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

How Bromed 4mg Syrup Works

Bromed 4mg is a mucolytic medication. It thins and loosens mucus (phlegm) in the nose, windpipe and lungs making it easier to cough out.

How to Use Bromed 4mg Syrup

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Bromed 4mg is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Bromed 4mg Syrup

  • In Treatment of Respiratory tract disorders associated with viscid mucus: Bromed 4mg helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for air to move in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours.Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.

Uses of Bromed 4mg Syrup

  • Treatment of Respiratory tract disorders associated with viscid mucus

Bromed 4mg Syrup Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Bromed 4mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Bromed 4mg. Please consult your doctor.
Liver  CAUTION
Bromed 4mg should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bromed 4mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Limited information is available on the use of Bromed 4mg in patients with liver disease.
Kidney  CAUTION
Bromed 4mg should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bromed 4mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Limited information is available on the use of Bromed 4mg in patients with kidney disease.
Driving  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Bromed 4mg alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Pregnancy  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Bromed 4mg is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.

Quick Tips

  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
  • Bromed 4mg helps in thinning and removal of the mucus (slimy and sticky substance) from the airways, thereby treats various respiratory conditions.
  • Inform your doctor if you have suffered or are currently suffering from any stomach, liver or kidney problem.
  • Do not use Bromed 4mg for more than 14 days, without your doctor’s advice.

References

  1. Ambroxol. 2001.
  2. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).
  3. ScienceDirect. Bromhexine.

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