Bronkotab EX Tablet
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Introduction of Bronkotab EX Tablet
Bronkotab EX Tablet is used in the treatment of cough with mucus. It thins mucus in the nose, windpipe and lungs, making it easier to cough out.
Bronkotab EX Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Bronkotab EX Tablet1, Bronkotab EX Tablet2, and Bronkotab EX Tablet3.
Bronkotab EX Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Bronkotab EX Tablet1, Bronkotab EX Tablet2, and Bronkotab EX Tablet3.
Uses of Bronkotab EX Tablet
Benefits of Bronkotab EX Tablet
In Cough with mucus
Bronkotab EX Tablet gives relief from cough with mucus. It helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes breathing easy and reduces the frequency of coughing. Along with medications, drink enough luke warm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms. Also, steam inhalation with few drops of eucalyptus oil can loosen mucus and reduce congestion and coughing.
Side effects of Bronkotab EX Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Bronkotab EX
- Nausea
- Indigestion
- Stomach pain
- Bloating
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Sweating
- Skin rash
- Hives
- Tremors
- Palpitations
- Muscle cramp
- Increased heart rate
How to use Bronkotab EX Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Bronkotab EX Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Bronkotab EX Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Bronkotab EX Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Bronkotab EX Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Bronkotab EX Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Bronkotab EX Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, increased or uneven heart rate, muscle cramps or muscle pain. This may affect your ability to drive.
Bronkotab EX Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, increased or uneven heart rate, muscle cramps or muscle pain. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Bronkotab EX Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bronkotab EX Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Bronkotab EX Tablet in these patients.
Limited information is available on the use of Bronkotab EX Tablet in these patients.
Liver
CAUTION
Bronkotab EX Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bronkotab EX Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Bronkotab EX Tablet in these patients.
Limited information is available on the use of Bronkotab EX Tablet in these patients.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Bronkotab EX Tablet
- Bronkotab EX Tablet relieves cough accompanied with mucus that is associated with broncho-pulmonary disorders such as bronchitis, bronchial asthma and emphysema.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- If you are diabetic, monitor your blood glucose regularly while taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of thyroid or heart disease.
- Stop taking Bronkotab EX Tablet and inform your doctor if your cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Patient concerns
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Bronkotab EX Tablet for?
Chronic obstr*
100%
*Chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD)
FAQs
Bronkotab EX Tablet
Can I stop taking Bronkotab EX Tablet on my own if my cough reduces?
Do not stop taking Bronkotab EX Tablet on your own as it may worsen cough or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Bronkotab EX Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.
Does Bronkotab EX Tablet cause diarrhea?
Diarrhea could be a side-effect of Bronkotab EX Tablet. Stick to simple meals, avoid rich or spicy food, and drink plenty of water while taking Bronkotab EX Tablet. Consult your doctor if you have severe diarrhea.
Does Bronkotab EX Tablet cause irregular heartbeat?
Bronkotab EX Tablet may cause palpitations or increased heartbeat. A minor fluctuation in the heart rate should not be a worry. You can monitor your heart rate regularly while taking Bronkotab EX Tablet and consult your doctor if you notice any major changes in heart rate.
How will I know if Bronkotab EX Tablet is working?
When you take this medicine, you may notice an increase in thin watery mucus from your air passages. This is an indication that it is working as it is helping to remove mucus by making it easier to cough up.
Is Bronkotab EX Tablet good for dry cough?
No. Bronkotab EX Tablet is more effective in the treatment of productive cough associated with thickened mucus. Consult your doctor to prescribe you the right medication for dry cough.
Does Bronkotab EX Tablet make you drowsy?
This medicine may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. If you have any of these symptoms, do not drive, operate machinery or do anything else that could be dangerous.
Can I take other cough syrups while taking Bronkotab EX Tablet?
No, you should not start taking any other cough syrups without consulting your doctor. The cough syrups which suppress the cough should be avoided with this medication as it would interfere with the action of the medicine.
Along with taking Bronkotab EX Tablet, what other tips should I follow to get relief from congestion?
Along with taking Bronkotab EX Tablet, drink plenty of warm fluids (soup, water, herbal tea), gargle with saline water, avoid smoking, alcohol, caffeine, oily food, and take a healthy diet.
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Address: Dr. Annie Besant Road, Mumbai - 400 030
Country of origin: India
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