Dextromethorphan + Ammonium chloride + Bromhexine Pharmacology

Dextromethorphan + Ammonium chloride + Bromhexine

About Dextromethorphan + Ammonium chloride + Bromhexine

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Mechanism of Action of Dextromethorphan + Ammonium chloride + Bromhexine

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Pharmacokinets of Dextromethorphan + Ammonium chloride + Bromhexine

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Onset of Action for Dextromethorphan + Ammonium chloride + Bromhexine

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Duration of Action for Dextromethorphan + Ammonium chloride + Bromhexine

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Half Life of Dextromethorphan + Ammonium chloride + Bromhexine

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Side Effects of Dextromethorphan + Ammonium chloride + Bromhexine

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Contra-indications of Dextromethorphan + Ammonium chloride + Bromhexine

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Special Precautions while taking Dextromethorphan + Ammonium chloride + Bromhexine

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Pregnancy Related Information

Contraindicated; since Dextromethorphan and Bromhexine are contraindicated in pregnancy, the combination generic cannot be used in pregnancy.

Old Age Related Information

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Breast Feeding Related Information

Contraindicated; since Dextromethorphan and Bromhexine are contraindicated in lactation, the combination generic cannot be used in breast feeding mother.

Children Related Information

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Indications for Dextromethorphan + Ammonium chloride + Bromhexine

1.Cough
2.Bronchitis
3.Pulmonary congestion
4.Condition where retention of sputum is a problem

Interactions for Dextromethorphan + Ammonium chloride + Bromhexine

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Typical Dosage for Dextromethorphan + Ammonium chloride + Bromhexine

Adult: 2 teaspoonful to be taken 3 - 4 times daily
Children:1/ 2 - 1 teaspoonful to be taken 3 - 4 times daily

Schedule of Dextromethorphan + Ammonium chloride + Bromhexine

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Storage Requirements for Dextromethorphan + Ammonium chloride + Bromhexine

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Effects of Missed Dosage of Dextromethorphan + Ammonium chloride + Bromhexine

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Effects of Overdose of Dextromethorphan + Ammonium chloride + Bromhexine

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Dextromethorphan

About Dextromethorphan

A synthetic morphine (((dextrorotatory methyl ether of Levorphanol))) derivative,A synthetic narcotic antitussive.

Mechanism of Action of Dextromethorphan

Dextromethorphan hydrobromide is a selective antitussive which raises threshold of cough centre and suppresses the cough reflex by direct action on the cough centre in the medulla. It does not depress mucociliary function of the airway mucosa and is also devoid of constipating and addicting actions. (((Its antitussive action is not exerted through opioid receptors)))

Pharmacokinets of Dextromethorphan

Absorption: Well absorbed orally, Metabolism: Extensively metabolized by liver, Excretion: Excreted primarily through urine as metabolites; about 7 to 10% is excreted through faeces.

Onset of Action for Dextromethorphan

Below ? an hour

Duration of Action for Dextromethorphan

3 to 6 hours

Half Life of Dextromethorphan

11 hours

Side Effects of Dextromethorphan

1. Dizziness
2. Nausea
3. Vomiting
4. Stomach pain
5. Drowsiness
6. Ataxia.

Contra-indications of Dextromethorphan

Patients currently taking MAO inhibitors or within two weeks of discontinuing MAO inhibitors.

Special Precautions while taking Dextromethorphan

1. Atopic children
2. Sedated or deliberate patients
3. Those patients confined to the supine position
4. Patients sensitive to aspirin

Pregnancy Related Information

Contraindicated

Old Age Related Information

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Breast Feeding Related Information

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Children Related Information

May be used
Children below 2 years: Syrup, tablets, or lozenges are contraindicated

Indications for Dextromethorphan

Chronic nonproductive cough.

Interactions for Dextromethorphan

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Typical Dosage for Dextromethorphan

Oral:
Chronic nonproductive cough:
Adults and children above 12 years: 10 to 20mg every 4 hours; or 30mg three to four times daily.
Maximum dose: 120mg daily.
Children (((age 6 to 12))): 5 to 10mg every four hours
Maximum dose: 60mg daily
Children (((age 2 to 6))): 2.5 to 5mg every four hours.
Maximum dose: 30mg daily.

Schedule of Dextromethorphan

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Storage Requirements for Dextromethorphan

Store at room temperature in a well closed light resistant container. Protect from excess heat and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Effects of Missed Dosage of Dextromethorphan

Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Effects of Overdose of Dextromethorphan

Remove drug from the body by administration of activated charcoal and provide symptomatic treatment and supportive measures.

Ammonium chloride

About Ammonium chloride

Ammonium compound, Acidifier,Expectorant.

Mechanism of Action of Ammonium chloride

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Pharmacokinets of Ammonium chloride

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Onset of Action for Ammonium chloride

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Duration of Action for Ammonium chloride

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Half Life of Ammonium chloride

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Side Effects of Ammonium chloride

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Contra-indications of Ammonium chloride

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Special Precautions while taking Ammonium chloride

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Pregnancy Related Information

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Old Age Related Information

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Breast Feeding Related Information

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Children Related Information

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Indications for Ammonium chloride

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Interactions for Ammonium chloride

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Typical Dosage for Ammonium chloride

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Schedule of Ammonium chloride

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Storage Requirements for Ammonium chloride

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Effects of Missed Dosage of Ammonium chloride

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Effects of Overdose of Ammonium chloride

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Bromhexine

About Bromhexine

Mucolytic (secretolytic)

Mechanism of Action of Bromhexine

Bromhexine hydrochloride acts as a mucokinetic and mucolytic agent. It decreases mucus viscosity by altering its structure. It depolymerises mucopolysaccharides directly as well as by liberating lysosomal enzymes and network of fibres in tenacious sputum is broken. It induces thin copious bronchial secretion.

Pharmacokinets of Bromhexine

Absorption: Bromhexine hydrochloride is rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and bioavailability is about 20%. Distribution: It is widely distributed to body tissues in a highly protein bound form; Bromhexine crosses the blood brain barrier and small amounts cross the placenta, Metabolism: It undergoes extensive first-pass metabolism in the liver. Excretion: It is excreted primarily in the urine mainly as metabolites.

Onset of Action for Bromhexine

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Duration of Action for Bromhexine

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Half Life of Bromhexine

12hours.

Side Effects of Bromhexine

1 Rhinorrhoea
2 Lacrimations
3.Allergic reactions
4.Gastric irritation.

Contra-indications of Bromhexine

Hypersensitivity to the drug.

Special Precautions while taking Bromhexine

1. Hepatic impairment
2. Renal impairment
3. Gastric and duodenal ulcer
4. Convulsive disorders

Pregnancy Related Information

Contraindicated

Old Age Related Information

Use with caution

Breast Feeding Related Information

Contraindicated

Children Related Information

Use with caution

Indications for Bromhexine

1. As Expectorant and mucolytic
2. Conditions associated with production of viscid mucous
3. Bronchitis
4. Pharyngitis
5. Laryngitis
6. Rhinitis
7. Sinusitis
8. Asthmatic bronchitis
9. Mucous bronchiectasis
10.Chronic Pneumonia.

Interactions for Bromhexine

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Typical Dosage for Bromhexine

Oral: 8mg thrice daily.
Children (5 to 10 years): 4mg thrice daily
Children (1 to 5 years): 4mg twice daily.

Schedule of Bromhexine

Storage Requirements for Bromhexine

Store in a cool dry place and protect from light. Keep out of reach of children.

Effects of Missed Dosage of Bromhexine

Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Effects of Overdose of Bromhexine

Provide symptomatic treatment and supportive measures.

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