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Bromhexine mainly used to help relieve breathing problems caused due to inflammation of air passages (bronchitis) or inflammation of sinuses (sinusitis)
Mechanism of Action
Bromhexine is capable of reducing the thickness of thick gel-like slippery substance (mucus) from the respiratory tract (mucolytic agent). It facilitates easy removal (by coughing out) of mucus from the respiratory tract by making it thin and less sticky
Dosage
Adults -8 to 16 milligrams thrice a day for one week.This should be taken with food as it might irritate the stomach Children -2 to 6 years old : may be given 2 to 4 milligrams twice a day 7 to 12 years old may take 4 to 8 milligramsthrice daily for a week
Side Effects
Rhinorrhoea lacrimation gastric irritation hypersensitivity
Warnings/Precautions
Itshould not be used for more than 5 days, unless recommended by doctor Consult your doctor if you are suffering from lung infection (pneumonia) or other lung infections with symptoms such as breathing difficulty while resting, blood in the mucus, fever and chest pain Consult your doctor if you are suffering from serious lung disorder in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked (Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease [COPD]) or severe uncontrolled asthma or difficulty in breathing Consult your doctor if you are suffering from stomach ulcers, liver or kidney problems Stop taking bromhexine and consult your doctor immediately if you develop serious allergic reactions that may cause swelling of face or throat, wheezing or sudden difficulty in breathing Stop taking bromhexine and consult your doctor immediately If you develop skin lesions such as severe blistering or peeling of your skin, mouth, eyes and genital
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Mentholcream is used for relieving minor pain caused by conditions such as arthritis, bursitis, tendonitis, muscle strains or sprains, backache, bruising, and cramping It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor Mentholcream is a topical analgesic
Mechanism of Action
Menthol primarily activates the cold-sensitive TRPM8 receptors in the skin. Menthol, after topical application, causes a feeling of coolness due to stimulation of 'cold' receptors by inhibiting Ca++ currents of neuronal membranes. It may also yield analgesic properties via kappa-opioid receptor agonism
Dosage
Topical Muscular aches and pains As an oint/cream (usually w/ camphor, clove oil or methyl salicylate): Apply 2-3 times/day Nasal congestion; Throat irritation As loz (usually w/ eucalyptus oil or cetylpyridinium Cl): 1 loz 3 hourly
Side Effects
Nausea and vomiting Ataxia Abdominal pain Drowsiness Contact dermatitis
Warnings/Precautions
Avoid excess doses Avoid direct instillation of menthol-containing preparations into the nostrils of infants and young children
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Wheezing shortness of breath coughing chest tightness caused by asthma chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD premature labor
Mechanism of Action
Terbutaline belongs to a class of medications called beta agonists. It works by relaxing and opening the airways, making it easier to breathe
Dosage
SC- The usual dose is 0.25 mg injected into the lateral deltoid area. The total dose within 4 hours should not exceed 0.5 mg
Side Effects
Difficulty in falling asleep &drowsiness Headache Dry mouth Weakness nausea Uncontrollable shaking of a body part sweating dizziness Nervousness
Warnings/Precautions
This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires alertness until you are sure you can perform such activities safely Limit alcoholic beverages Avoid smoking and smoke prone places Do not use terbutaline if you are allergic to terbutaline or to other drugs such as epinephrine, albuterol Consult your doctor before taking terbutaline if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding