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 Riaxine Syrup

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

Undesirable Side Effects Of Riaxine Syrup

• 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 Riaxine Syrup

• 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 Riaxine Syrup

• 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.