Bromhexine Tablets
Bromhexine tablets for a productive cough. It thins mucus in the airways so it is easier to bring up when coughing.
- Category
- Respiratory Health
- Active ingredient
- Bromhexine
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 8mg
The exact manufacturer offered is confirmed by the fulfilment partner before supply.
Prescription and consultation requirements for Bromhexine Tablets vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Bromhexine Tablets details
- Condition
- Productive Cough
- Alternative names
- bisolvon
- Therapeutic class
- Mucolytic
- Pharmacological class
- Secretolytic Agent
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to bromhexine; peptic ulcer disease
- Minor side effects
- nausea; indigestion; vomiting
- Moderate side effects
- mild diarrhoea; headache; rash
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacy medicine (P), available from a pharmacist without a prescription
- Onset Time
- 4–5 days
- Duration
- 6–8 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Antibiotics (Amoxicillin)
- Age restrictions
- Approved for adults and children over six years.
Serious side effects
severe bronchospasm, requires immediate medical attention; anaphylactic shock, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Bromhexine tablets for a productive cough. It thins mucus in the airways so it is easier to bring up when coughing.
Mechanism of action
Reduces mucus viscosity by disrupting mucopolysaccharide fibres, making bronchial secretions thinner and easier to cough up.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Suitability during pregnancy depends on the specific medicine and individual circumstances. Confirm with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
What you will receive
Bromhexine Tablets is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredient, Bromhexine, rather than under a brand.
- The fulfilment partner confirms the offered manufacturer and product before supply.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form and pack shown at checkout before confirming an order.