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Okaril Benefits & Uses

Okaril is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Okaril 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: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Salbutamol (1 mg) Bromohexine (2 mg) Guiaphenesin (50 mg) Menthol (1mg)/ 5ml
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Salbutamol (1 mg) Bromohexine (2 mg) Guiaphenesin (50 mg) Menthol (1mg)/ 5ml, dose for 6- 12 years old children
Adult	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Salbutamol (1 mg) Bromohexine (2 mg) Guiaphenesin (50 mg) Menthol (1mg)/ 5ml
Geriatric	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Salbutamol (1 mg) Bromohexine (2 mg) Guiaphenesin (50 mg) Menthol (1mg)/ 5ml

Okaril Related Warnings

Is the use of Okaril safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Okaril. If you are pregnant, do not take Okaril without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Okaril safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Okaril. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Okaril on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Okaril on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Okaril on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Okaril. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Okaril only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Okaril on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Okaril. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Severe Interaction of Okaril with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Mild

Okaril Contraindications

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

Allergy
Asthma
Smoking Addiction
Dermatitis
Depression
Epilepsy
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Diabetes
Potassium Deficiency
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Asthma

Frequently asked Questions about Okaril

Is this Okaril habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Okaril.

Okaril Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Okaril

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Okaril

Question about 5 years ago

Is Okaril safe to use?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Okaril is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach (abdominal pain), nausea, and vomiting. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Okaril cause stomach (abdominal) pain?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Okaril may cause stomach pain. If you experience severe stomach pain after taking this drug then discuss it with your doctor immediately.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Okaril with paracetamol?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Okaril 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Okaril?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Okaril 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. Okaril 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).