Bromhexine+Phenylephrine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine+Guaiphenesin / Guaifenesin+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen

Uses	Common cold, wet cough, fever, body aches
Therapy	Cough Cold Preparation
Side Effects	Headache, dizziness, dehydration, nausea, dry mouth, palpitations

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Molecule Description

Bromhexine+Phenylephrine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine+Guaiphenesin / Guaifenesin+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen is a combination medicine that is used for the treatment and management of respiratory tract infection associated with symptoms like wet cough, fever, headache, sneezing and a runny nose, etc. It contains paracetamol, chlorpheniramine, phenylephrine, bromhexine, guaifenesin as its active ingredients. This medicine should not be used for children under 12 years of age, pregnant and lactating women without consulting a doctor. This medicine should be used under medical supervision and in the correct doses and for the exact duration as prescribed. Before using this medicine, inform the doctor about your detailed medical history.

Uses

Bromhexine+Phenylephrine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine+Guaiphenesin / Guaifenesin+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen is used for the treatment of respiratory tract infection associated with symptoms wet/productive cough, body aches, fever, cold, etc.

Contraindications

When should one not use Bromhexine+Phenylephrine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine+Guaiphenesin / Guaifenesin+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen

As it is a combination of different components, any condition which is contraindicated with any of these when taken alone should be considered contraindicated for this combination.
If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of Bromhexine+Phenylephrine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine+Guaiphenesin / Guaifenesin+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen.
If you have severe or uncontrolled high blood pressure.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Headache
Dizziness
Dehydration
Nausea
Dry mouth
Palpitations

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Bromhexine+Phenylephrine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine+Guaiphenesin / Guaifenesin+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen is not recommended to be used during pregnancy due to limited information available on its safety. Take this medicine only if it is considered to be clearly essential.

Breast Feeding

Bromhexine+Phenylephrine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine+Guaiphenesin / Guaifenesin+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen should be taken while breastfeeding only under the doctor's recommendation. Refrain from self-medication.

Driving

Bromhexine+Phenylephrine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine+Guaiphenesin / Guaifenesin+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen may cause drowsiness or make you feel dizzy. It is not recommended to drive or operate complex machines immediately after taking this medicine.

Alcohol

You should avoid consuming alcohol while on treatment with this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You are taking any other medicine that contains similar active ingredients.
You have any pre-existing medical conditions such as liver/kidney related disease, heart problem, thyroid, hypertension, fits, etc.
You are using any psychiatric medicines or medicines for brain disorders, as they may cause sleepiness.
You are suffering from an eye condition of increased pressure inside your eyes called closed-angle glaucoma.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Paracetamol belongs to the class of medicines called analgesics and antipyretics. Paracetamol works by inhibiting the release of certain chemicals responsible for pain and increased body temperature in the body.
Chlorpheniramine maleate belongs to the class of medicines called antihistamines. It controls the symptoms of allergy or cold-like itchiness, runny nose, sneezing by blocking the release of certain chemicals (histamines) within the body.
Phenylephrine is a vasoconstrictor; it shrinks or constricts the blood vessels in the nasal passage and improves congestion.
Guaifenesin belongs to the class of medicines called expectorants. It works by thinning the phlegm/mucous in the throat. This relieves symptoms of cough.
Bromhexine belongs to the class of medicines called mucolytics. It works by reducing the thickness of mucous and enabling it to be expelled out by cough.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

As Bromhexine+Phenylephrine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine+Guaiphenesin / Guaifenesin+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen contains different components, any interaction seen with them when taken alone may happen with this combination.
Certain medicines can affect the way Bromhexine+Phenylephrine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine+Guaiphenesin / Guaifenesin+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen works if taken at the same time. Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
Especially, if you are taking blood thinners, other painkiller medications, water pills, medicines used to treat high blood pressure, antidiabetics, heart-related medicine, anti-sickness medicines like metoclopramide or domperidone, etc.

Dosage

Overdose

If you think you have taken too much of this medicine and you are experiencing any unusual symptoms, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital. Always carry the package of the medicine along with you for easy assessment of the severity of an overdose.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking any dose of this medicine, take the missed dose as soon as possible. Never take two doses to compensate for the missed dose.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Bromhexine+Phenylephrine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine+Guaiphenesin / Guaifenesin+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen is a combination medicine used for the management of symptoms of cold and cough. Bromhexine+Phenylephrine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine+Guaiphenesin / Guaifenesin+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen contains paracetamol, phenylephrine, chlorpheniramine, bromhexine and guaifenesin as the active ingredients.

Bromhexine+Phenylephrine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine+Guaiphenesin / Guaifenesin+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen is used for the treatment of the symptoms of a common cold like fever, blocked nose, sneezing, etc.

Common cold and flu have similar types of symptoms. Individuals with common cold/flu can experience fever, sneezing, a runny nose, headache, body aches, stuffy nose and sinuses, temporary loss of taste or smell. Usually, these symptoms last for a week or 10 days. The symptoms can be managed with OTC medications and home remedies like a saltwater gargle, ginger tea, etc.

Few of the individuals may experience symptoms like loss of smell along with sneezing, a runny nose, fever and headache. The loss of smell is usually temporary and will recover once the common cold has run its course.

You should take Bromhexine+Phenylephrine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine+Guaiphenesin / Guaifenesin+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen exactly as told by the doctor. It can be taken with or without food. But it is important to take it regularly. Taking the medicine regularly at the right times increases its effectiveness.

Bromhexine+Phenylephrine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine+Guaiphenesin / Guaifenesin+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen consists of a combination of paracetamol, chlorpheniramine, phenylephrine, bromhexine, guaifenesin as its active ingredients.