Bromed 4mg Syrup
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Introduction To Bromed 4mg Syrup
Bromed 4mg Syrup 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 Syrup 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.
Uses of Bromed 4mg Syrup
- Treatment of Respiratory tract disorders associated with viscid mucus
Benefits of Bromed 4mg Syrup
Treatment of Respiratory tract disorders associated with viscid mucus
Bromed 4mg Syrup 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.
Side effects of Bromed 4mg Syrup
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Boom
- Irritation of ear
- Allergic skin rash
- Dizziness
- Headache
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 Syrup is to be taken with food.
How Bromed 4mg Syrup works
Bromed 4mg Syrup is a mucolytic medication. It thins and loosens mucus (phlegm) in the nose, windpipe and lungs making it easier to cough out.
Quick tips
- Bromed 4mg Syrup 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 Syrup for more than 14 days, without your doctor’s advice.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Safety Advice
PregnancySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Can I take Bromed 4mg Syrup if I’m pregnant?
Bromed 4mg Syrup is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
BreastfeedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Bromed 4mg Syrup if I’m breastfeeding?
Information regarding the use of Bromed 4mg Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Is drinking alcohol while taking Bromed 4mg Syrup safe?
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Bromed 4mg Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I drive after taking Bromed 4mg Syrup?
It is not known whether Bromed 4mg Syrup alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
KidneyCAUTION
Can I take Bromed 4mg Syrup if I have/had kidney diseases?
Bromed 4mg Syrup should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bromed 4mg Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Limited information is available on the use of Bromed 4mg Syrup in patients with kidney disease.
LiverCAUTION
Can I take Bromed 4mg Syrup if I have/had liver diseases?
Bromed 4mg Syrup should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bromed 4mg Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Limited information is available on the use of Bromed 4mg Syrup in patients with liver disease.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is Bromed 4mg Syrup used for?
Bromed 4mg Syrup 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.
Q. What should I inform my doctor before taking Bromed 4mg Syrup?
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.
Q. How will I know if Bromed 4mg Syrup 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.
Q. 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.
Q. Is Bromed 4mg Syrup good for dry cough?
No. Bromed 4mg Syrup 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.
Q. Does Bromed 4mg Syrup 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.
Q. Can I take other cough syrups while taking Bromed 4mg Syrup?
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.
Q. Can I take Bromed 4mg Syrup with Paracetamol?
Although no interactions were found between Bromed 4mg Syrup and Paracetamol, it is always advisable to consult your doctor before taking any medicines along with Bromed 4mg Syrup. Never self medicate as it can be risky.
Q. Should we drink water after taking Bromed 4mg Syrup?
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.
Q. Along with taking Bromed 4mg Syrup, what other tips should I follow to get relief from congestion?
Along with taking Bromed 4mg Syrup, drink plenty of warm fluids (soup, water, herbal tea), gargle with saline water, avoid smoking, alcohol, caffeine, oily food, and take a healthy diet.
References
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Written By:
Dr Advikka Ridhy
MBBS
RMO, Aster MIMS
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