What is bromhexine and what is it for?

What is bromhexine?

Bromhexine is a drug with mucolytic properties which reduces viscosity, thus facilitating the elimination of phlegm from the body. Bromhexine hydrochloride is the active substance of this drug, acting on the symptoms of respiratory discomfort.

It should be noted that bromhexine is a medication of oral administration, so it has presentations in tablets and solution, where the recommended dose is 2.5 ml every 8 hours in children and 10 ml in adults.

Note: Due to the nature and mechanism of action, it is a drug that does not require a prescription for its acquisition.

What is bromhexine for?

Bromhexine due to its qualities for its active ingredient, is a drug indicated mainly forrespiratory diseases. We mention below its uses:

1. Bronchitis and tracheobronchitis

Bronchitisand tracheobronchitis are diseases thatinflame the linings of the bronchiand produce a thick mucosa, making it more difficult to breathe.

To highlight: The use of bromhexine as a treatment allows the dilution of mucus and therefore its expulsion more easily, thus reducing its symptoms and discomfort. (1) 

2. Pneumonia

Pneumonia is a disease of an infectious nature, which produces inflammation of the air sacs in one or both lungs, which causes symptoms such as cough with phlegm, fever and difficulty breathing.

You should know: The use of bromhexine as a treatment supplement will reduce symptoms and allow effective recovery in patients . (two)

3. Bronchial asthma

Bronchial asthma is an inflammation in the airways, which causes difficulty breathing. The use of bromhexine as a treatment reduces inflammation and allows a reduction in risks and possible complications, thanks to its efficacy and expectorant effect. (3)

4. Colds and flu

Flus are viral infections that affect the throat, nose and lungs, producing congestion, muscle aches and runny nose as the main symptoms.

Bromhexine Side Effects

All medications have stipulated possible side effects, which may appearduring medical treatment. We mention below those of bromhexine for your contemplation:

• Vomiting , nausea, and diarrhea .
• Pain in the abdomen.
• Bronchospasm (narrowing of the bronchi).
• Urticaria (skin rash).

Important: If you have side effects and the symptoms do not disappear after stopping treatment, you should see a medical professional for information.

Contraindications of bromhexine

Contraindications are factors that we must take into account to reduce the risk of adverse effectsduring medical treatments. We mention below those of bromhexine:

• Do not indicate if the patient has an allergy or hypersensitivity to any of the drug’s components.
• Do not indicate if pregnancy is suspected or if you are breastfeeding.
• Do not indicate if the patient has renal failure or severe liver failure.

You should know: It is important to mention the medical history, so that the indication of the treatment is adequate and pertinent.

Key Conclusions

• Bromhexine is a mucolytic and expectorant drug, which reduces the viscosity of secretions and therefore increases the volume expelled.
• It is a product that has a line of oral administration in tablets and solutions.
• The formulation and composition of bromhexine, has bromhexine hydrochloride as an active ingredient.
• Bromhexine is a medicine that is supplemented with antibiotics, in lung diseases and other respiratory diseases of an infectious nature.