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Brodil D is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Cough. The alternative uses of Brodil D have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Brodil D. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Brodil D can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Brodil D are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Brodil D has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Brodil D has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Brodil D related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Brodil D contraindications section.
Additionally, Brodil D may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Brodil D is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Brodil D is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Brodil D is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Brodil D safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Brodil D. If you are pregnant, do not take Brodil D without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Brodil D safe during breastfeeding?
Brodil D may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Brodil D on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Brodil D. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Brodil D on the Liver?
Brodil D may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Brodil D on the Heart?
Brodil D is rarely harmful for the heart.
Brodil D should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Brodil D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Brodil D habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Brodil D. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Brodil D can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Brodil D only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Brodil D is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Brodil D
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Brodil D, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Brodil D
Consumption of alcohol and Brodil D together may have severe effects on your health.
No, Brodil D is not safe for infants as the safety and efficacy are yet to be established in infants and young children. It can be, however, given to children above 4 years of age but one should give Brodil D to children only after consulting a doctor. In addition, if you are giving more than two products to a child then make sure that none of the ingredients is present in both because then it may lead to an overdose.
Brodil D is related to codeine and is a non-opioid derivative of morphine. From gastrointestinal tract it passes into the bloodstream, crosses the blood-brain barrier and suppresses the cough center, bringing relief to the patient.
Yes, Brodil D may cause drowsiness as it is one of the side-effects. It is, therefore, recommended that one doesn't operate machinery or drive under the influence of the drug.
Yes, Brodil D may cause diarrhea during the withdrawal phase (when one stops using it after a long-term use). If you develop diarrhea while taking Brodil D, Drink plenty of fluids and avoid spicy food. If you are experiencing excessive diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
No, Brodil D is not suitable for a patient with asthma. Brodil D is suitable for treating cough originating from cold and flu. It is not suitable for treating cough due to smoking or asthma. Asthma is generally treated with two type of medication which are long-term control and quick-relief medicine. For long-term control, medicine helps reduce airway inflammation and prevent asthma symptoms where quick-relief medicine helps sudden relief from asthmatic symptoms.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 422-423
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 220
