Bromax: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use it

Use

What is the function of Bromax?

Bromax is a drug commonly used to relieve symptoms of allergies, high fever, and the common cold. These symptoms include rash, watery eyes, itchy eyes / nose / throat / skin, cough, runny nose, and sneezing.

How do you use Bromax?

Take the tablets by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor. This medication can be taken with food or milk in case of stomach upset.

Ask your health assistant about how to use this drug.

How to store Bromax?

Bromax is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.

Warning

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What should I pay attention to before using Bromax?

Consult your doctor or pharmacist if:

• You are pregnant or breastfeeding. This is because, when you are expecting or feeding a baby, you should only take drugs recommended by your doctor.
• You are taking other drugs. This includes drugs that can be purchased without a prescription, such as herbs and additional medicines.
• You have an allergy to the active or inactive ingredients of Bromax or other medications.
• You have a disease, disorder, or other medical condition, such as: breathing problems (asthma, emphysema), certain eye problems (glaucoma), heart problems, high blood pressure, liver disease, seizures, stomach problems (ulcers, obstruction), overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), problems urinating (difficulty urinating due to a large prostate, repeated urination).
• You have to drive or operate machinery.

Is Bromax safe for pregnant and lactating women?

There is no adequate research on the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medicine. This drug is included in the risk of pregnancy category C according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

FDA pregnancy risk categories:

• A = Not at risk,
• B = not at risk in several studies,
• C = May be risky,
• D = There is positive evidence of risk,
• X = Contraindicated,
• N = Unknown

The impact on breast milk is unknown; use with care.

Side effects

What are the possible side effects of Bromax?

This list is not a complete list of the side effects that can occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

Bromax can cause side effects such as:

• Drowsiness
• Dry mouth, nose and throat
• Nausea
• Headache
• Pain in the chest

Some of the side effects can be serious. If you experience any of the following symptoms, contact your doctor immediately: vision problems, difficulty urinating.

Drug Interactions

What medicines should not be taken at the same time as Bromax?

Bromax can react with other drugs that you are taking, which can change how your medication works or increase your risk of serious side effects. To avoid any drug reactions, you should keep a list of all the medicines you take (including prescription and non-prescription drugs and herbal products) and tell your doctor and pharmacist. For your safety, do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medication without your doctor's approval.

Drugs that may interact with Bromax:

• Antihistamines applied to the skin (such as diphenhydramine creams, ointments, sprays)
• Antispasmodics (atropine, belladonna alkaloids)
• Aao inhibitors (isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine)
• Medicines for Parkinson's disease (anticholinergics such as benztropine, trihexyphenidyl)
• Scopolamine
• Tricyclic antidepressant (amitriptyline)

Are there foods and drinks that should not be consumed when using Bromax?

Bromax may interact with food or alcohol by changing the way drugs work or increasing the risk of serious side effects. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about food or alcohol that could potentially cause drug interactions.

Dose

The following information cannot be used as a substitute for a doctor's prescription. You MUST consult your doctor or pharmacist before using Bromax.

What is the dosage of Bromax for adults?

Flu symptoms:

• Extended Release: 6 mg to 12 mg Extended Release orally 2 times a day as needed. The duration of the effect varies from patient to patient. Many patients only need it once a day, most nights to avoid drowsiness.
• The maximum meal dose is 24 mg / day.

Allergy:

• Extended Release: 8-12 mg tablet taken every 12 hours or 12-24 mg tablet daily

Urticaria:

• Extended Release: 6 mg to 12 mg Extended Release taken twice daily as needed. The duration of the effect varies from patient to patient. Many patients only need it once a day, most nights to avoid drowsiness.
• Maximum feeding dose is 24 mg / day.

Older people (60 years and over) usually have the opposite reaction. Warning is needed when prescribing this medicine to the elderly.

What is the dosage of Bromax for children?

In what forms is Bromax available?

Bromax is available in the form of Bromax Tablet Extended Release: Brompheniramine Maleate 11mg.

What should I do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (119) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.

It is very important to carry a written list of all the prescription and nonprescription drugs you are taking in an emergency.

What should I do if I forget to take / take medicine?

If you forget a dose of Bromax, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.

Hello Health Group does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.