Broscaphene Benefits & Uses

Broscaphene is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Broscaphene Dosage & How to Take

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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 1.25 mg Terbutaline, 4 mg bromhexine and 50 mg guaifenesin in 5 ml
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 1.25 mg Terbutaline, 4 mg bromhexine and 50 mg guaifenesin in 5 ml, below 6 years old can take 2.5 ml
Adult	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 1.25 mg Terbutaline, 4 mg bromhexine and 50 mg guaifenesin in 5 ml
Geriatric	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 1.25 mg Terbutaline, 4 mg bromhexine and 50 mg guaifenesin in 5 ml

Broscaphene Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Broscaphene is used -

Moderate

Angina Pectoris
Arrhythimia
Tachycardia

Mild

Cough
Respiratory tract infection
Throat Irritation
Nervousness
Tremor
Headache
Insomnia

Common

Skin Rash
Epigastric Pain
Bronchospasm
Stomach Upset

Broscaphene Related Warnings

Is the use of Broscaphene safe for pregnant women?

Broscaphene can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Broscaphene safe during breastfeeding?

Broscaphene should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Broscaphene on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Broscaphene. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Broscaphene on the Liver?

Broscaphene has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Broscaphene on the Heart?

Broscaphene has very mild side effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Broscaphene with Other Drugs

Broscaphene should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Ephedrine

Dobutamine

Epinephrine

Selegiline

Moderate

Rasagiline

Propranolol

Atenolol

Caffeine

Broscaphene Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Broscaphene unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Asthma
Smoking Addiction
High Blood Pressure
Hyperthyroidism
Diabetes
Glaucoma
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Broscaphene

Is this Broscaphene habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Broscaphene is addictive.

Broscaphene Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Broscaphene

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Broscaphene together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Broscaphene

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Broscaphene with alcohol will be.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

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

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 219

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