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Suprivent, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Cough. The alternative uses of Suprivent have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Suprivent. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Suprivent also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful), Unsteadiness. Usually, these side effects of Suprivent go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Suprivent's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Suprivent's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Suprivent have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Suprivent may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Suprivent is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Suprivent 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Suprivent is used -
Common
Is the use of Suprivent safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Suprivent for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Suprivent safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Suprivent for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Suprivent on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Suprivent on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Suprivent on the Liver?
Suprivent does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Suprivent on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Suprivent on the heart have been reported.
Suprivent should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Suprivent unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Suprivent habit forming or addictive?
Suprivent is not addictive in nature.
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 Suprivent can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Suprivent is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Suprivent for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Suprivent
Taking Suprivent with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Suprivent
Taking alcohol with Suprivent can be dangerous.
Yes, Suprivent may cause diarrhoea in a few cases only. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of diarrhoea is unknown. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug then discuss it with your doctor immediately without any further delay.
No, Suprivent is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to use this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, you can take Suprivent with paracetamol (acetaminophen). No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with paracetamol then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Suprivent is a brand name of bromhexine and it is available in the form of a tablet and syrup. It is a derivative of vasicine alkaloid and a mucolytic agent. Suprivent is a prescription drug which is used in the treatment of wet cough associated with respiratory diseases and disorders such as bronchial asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema (COPD).
No, Suprivent is not indicated for dry cough. It is only indicated for wet cough associated with respiratory diseases and disorders.
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