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Bromhexine-is a mucolytic agent used in the treatment of respiratory disorders

Bromhexine is a mucolytic agent used in the treatment of respiratory disorders associated with viscid or excessive mucus. In addition, bromhexine has antioxidant properties. More

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Description

Bromhexine is a mucolytic agent used in the treatment of respiratory disorders associated with viscid or excessive mucus. In addition, bromhexine has antioxidant properties.

Generic Name

Bromhexine-is a mucolytic agent used in the treatment of respiratory disorders

Chemical names

Bromhexine; Bromhexinum; Bromhexina; Bromexine

Brand names

Actidex, Adcold-BR, Adcold-SBG, Aeromox, Agikuff, Albutamol, Alernyl-B, Alerpect, Alpha-Zedex, Alrex-B, Ambitus, Amexine, Anacuf, Ascodryl, Ascoril+, Asi-Ril, Asmatide-BR, Asma-Zed, Asmotone Plus, Asthakind, Ast Ex, Asthos

IUPAC name

2,4-dibromo-6-{[cyclohexyl(methyl)amino]methyl}aniline

Pharmacokinetics

Actions

Dosage/Dosage form

Therapeutic uses

Used to treat respiratory disorders

Adverse effects/Side effects

Sweating, headache, dizziness, skin rashes.

Interaction

Contraindications

Bromhexine is contraindicated for use in patients with known hypersensitivity or idiosyncratic reaction to bromhexine hydrochloride.

Storage

Information

Molecular weight

376.13

Molecular formula

C14H20Br2N2

CAS number

3572-43-8

Precautions

Severe hepatic or renal impairment, history of peptic ulceration and in asthma patients.