Introduction
Brofex is an antitussive medicine. It is used for the treatment of dry cough. Brofex can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time t... View More
Uses of Brofex
Side effects of Brofex
How to use Brofex
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and ta... View More
How Brofex works
Brofex is an antitussive (cough suppressants). It suppresses cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain.
What if you forget to take Brofex?
If you miss a dose of Brofex, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your re... View More
Indication
Cough suppression, Flu, Common cold
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Adult Dose
Oral Cough suppressant Adults (>12 years of age): 10-20 mg (1-2 teaspoonful) every 4 hours, or 30 mg (3 teaspoonful) every 6-8 hours. Do not exceed ... View More
Child Dose
Oral Cough suppressant Children 6 to 12 years of age: 5-10 mg (1/2-1 teaspoonful) every 4 hours, or 15 mg (11/2 teaspoonful) every 6-8 hours. Do not ... View More
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity to Dextromethorphan or any other component.
Mode of Action
Dextromethorphan is a centrally acting cough suppressant which acts on the cough centre in the medulla.
Precaution
Do not use Dextromethorphan to control a cough that is associated with smoking, asthma, or emphysema, or a cough that is productive (produces sputum or ... View More
Side Effect
Common Nausea,Vomiting,Constipation,Drowsiness,Dizziness,Sedation,Confusion,Nervousness
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy category: C Lactation: Not known if excreted in breast milk; use caution
Interaction
Dextromethorphan: Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), antipsychotics, anxiolytics and hypnotics, cimetidine, ciprofloxacin, domperidone, metoclopramide, m... View More
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