Ezolvin 8 Mg, Relieves Cough - 20 Tablets

Product Name

• Ezolvin 8 Mg, Relieves Cough, For Respiratory Disorder - 20 Tablets

Scientific Name

• Bromhexine 8 Mg Tablets

Category Of Ezolvin 8 Mg Tablets

• Cough Drugs

Mechanism Of Action Of Bromhexine

• Bromhexine is a mucolytic drug used to decrease the viscosity of mucus in the airway, enhancing mucus clearance.
• Bromhexine acts on the mucus at the formative stages in the glands, within the mucus-secreting cells. Bromhexine disrupts the structure of acid mucopolysaccharide fibers in mucoid sputum and produces a less viscous mucus, which is easier to expectorate.

Therapeutic Indications Of Ezolvin 8 Mg Tablets

• Treatment of bronchopulmonary diseases or conditions associated with abnormal mucous secretion and clearance.

Method Of Administration Of Ezolvin 8 Mg Tablets

• Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.
• Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
• The average doses:

1. Children 5 years to 10 years old: half tablet 3 times per day.
2. Children above 10 years old and adults: 1 tablet 3 times per day.

• Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
• If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
• Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Undesirable Side Effects Of Ezolvin 8 Mg Tablets

• Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:

1. Cardiovascular: Facial edema
2. Gastrointestinal: Dysphagia, gastrointestinal distress
3. Hepatic: Increased serum transaminases
4. Hypersensitivity: Anaphylaxis, angioedema
5. <1%, post-marketing, and/or case reports: Abdominal pain, diaphoresis, diarrhea, dizziness, dyspnea, headache, hypersensitivity reaction, nausea, skin rash, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, urticaria, vomiting

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Ezolvin 8 Mg Tablets

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
• Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding

Non-Pharmacological Treatments & Advice To Reduce Cough Severity

• Stay hydrated: Drink lots of water to thin mucus.
• Inhale steam: Take a hot shower, or boil water and pour it into a bowl, face the bowl (stay at least 1 foot away), place a towel over the back of your head to form a tent, and inhale.
• Use a humidifier, for example, Vicks Air Humidifier, to loosen mucus
• Have a little honey before bed. Studies show that sweet stuff can help ease a cough. Don’t give honey to children under 12 months. Manuka Honey is a powerful weapon in fighting coughs and sore throats
• Avoid inhaled irritants such as dust, perfumes, or pollutants. Wear face mask to reduce the exposure to the allergen
• Sometimes smoke irritates your airways and causes inflammation that turns into bronchitis. Stopping smoking will help you to get rid of your cough.
• Lozenges like Strepsils soothes an irritated throat

Warnings & Special Precautions while Taking Ezolvin 8 Mg Tablets

• Before you use this medicine talk to your doctor or pharmacist:

1. If you suffer from bronchial asthma
2. If you have or have had a peptic ulcer
3. If you suffer from Hepatic disease
4. If you suffer from Hepatic disease
5. If you suffer from Renal impairment
6. If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine.

• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements.

Storage Conditions Of Ezolvin 8 Mg Tablets

• Store below 25°c
• Don’t refrigerate
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

For More Information About Bromhexine

• Ask your physician or pharmacist
• Visit SFDA website
• Visit Drugs.com at Information About Bromhexine
• Visit DrugBank at Information About Bromhexine