BROXINE TAB

Overview

BROXINE TAB is a Schedule H drug.

BROXINE TAB is composed of: PARACETAMOL (450.0 MG), PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE (25.0 MG), BROMHEXINE (8.0 MG), CHLORPHENIRAMINE (2.0 MG)

Paracetamol is a pain reliever and a fever reducer. The exact mechanism of action of is not known. Paracetamol is used to treat many conditions such as a headache, muscle aches, arthritis, backache, toothaches, colds, and fevers. It relieves pain in mild arthritis but has no effect on the underlying inflammation and swelling of the joint.




Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose Chlorpheniramine is used to treat runny nose, sneezing, itching, and watery eyes caused by allergies, thecommon cold, or the flu..

Usage

PARACETAMOL is generally used to treat: Arthritis
PARACETAMOL can address symptoms like: Head Headache, Back Pain, Cold, Fever

PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE is generally used to treat: Allergy
PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE can address symptoms like: Nasal Congestion


CHLORPHENIRAMINE is generally used to treat: Common Cold
CHLORPHENIRAMINE can address symptoms like: Sneezing, Body Itching, Eyes Watery Eyes, Runny Nose

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 1month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

BROXINE TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for BROXINE TAB and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, bleeding problems, growths in the nose, heart, kidney or liver disease, liver inflammation, high blood pressure, chickenpox, anxiety, trouble in sleeping, ulcers, stomach problems, stroke, Kawasaki syndrome, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption. It should not be used in children with infections such as flu, chickenpox or viral infections. Avoid large amount of caffeinated beverages while taking this medication. It may reduce platelet counts; avoid injury or bruising.
It may cause drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate dangerous machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. Caution should be exercised in patients with history of sugar, increased eye pressure, thyroid disease, prostate enlargement, difficulty in urination, heart, liver or kidney disease, during pregnancy and breast feeding.

• Avoid excess dosage.
• Avoid long-term use of this medication.
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, lung disease, heart problems, high blood pressure, sugar, blood vessel problems, stroke, increased eye pressure, intestinal blockage, ulcer, urinary obstruction, enlarged prostate, seizures, overactive thyroid, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breast feeding.

Symptoms of Overdosage

PARACETAMOL over-dosage can result in: Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Weakness (generalized), Upper Abdomen Pain, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Eyes Yellow Eyes

Common Side-Effects

PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE : Anxiety, Dizziness, Nervousness, Drowsiness, Eyes Blurred Vision, Difficulty Urinating, Nausea, Vomit
CHLORPHENIRAMINE : Fever, Wheezing, Tightness, Difficulty Breathing, Hoarse Voice, Face Swelling, Drowsiness, Fatigue (tiredness), Nervousness, Frequent Urination, Arms Joint Pain, Eyes Double Vision (with One Eye Covered)

Rare Side-Effects

PARACETAMOL : Skin Rash, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body Itching

Disease Interactions

CHLORPHENIRAMINE can interfere with: Urinary Retention, Glaucoma, Asthma, COPD, Hypotension, Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

PARACETAMOL is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANALGESICS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE is categorized as: DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
CHLORPHENIRAMINE is categorized as: NASAL ANTIHISTAMINES AND DECONGESTANTS / NASAL PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTS

Available Alternatives for BROXINE TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

BROXINE TAB

INR 25 for 10 TABLETS

PARACETAMOL 450.0 MG, PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE 25.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 8.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

TUSSNIL TAB

INR 38 for 10 TABLETS

PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE 25.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 8.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG