Broncho Tussin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup, Tablet. The alternative uses of Broncho Tussin have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Broncho Tussin. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Broncho Tussin include Constipation, Heartburn, Nausea or vomiting. While these are the most often observed Broncho Tussin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Broncho Tussin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Broncho Tussin has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Broncho Tussin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Broncho Tussin related warnings section.
Broncho Tussin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Asthma, Smoking Addiction as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Broncho Tussin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Broncho Tussin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Broncho Tussin is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Broncho Tussin is used to treat the following -
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
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Is the use of Broncho Tussin safe for pregnant women?
Broncho Tussin can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Broncho Tussin right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Broncho Tussin safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Broncho Tussin. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Broncho Tussin on the Kidneys?
Broncho Tussin may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Broncho Tussin on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Broncho Tussin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Broncho Tussin on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Broncho Tussin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Broncho Tussin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Broncho Tussin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Broncho Tussin habit forming or addictive?
Broncho Tussin does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Broncho Tussin
There is no information on the effects of taking Broncho Tussin with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Broncho Tussin
Taking Broncho Tussin with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 219
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Guaifenesin
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 629-631
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 223
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1182-1183