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Bivo drug has the main ingredient is Bromhexine, which acts on the respiratory tract, used in cases of difficult expectoration, inflammation, and increased phlegm. The drug is prepared in the form of tablets, the content in each tablet is 8 mg. The following article will help you better understand the uses and indications of this drug.
1. What is Bivo?
Bivo medicine is made in the form of Bromhexin hydrochloride, which is a regulator and expectorant of the respiratory tract. The drug helps to activate the synthesis of sialomucin and break down the mucopolysaccharid acid fibers, so the drug has a thin sputum effect.
The main active ingredient Bromhexin in Bivo is well absorbed through the digestive system, food does not reduce the effect of the drug but also increases the bioavailability of the drug.
Bivo is metabolized mainly by the liver, the component Bromhexin is excreted by the kidneys in the form of metabolites.
2. Indications of the drug Bivo
Bivo medicine is used in the following cases:
Cases of respiratory diseases that cause increased sputum production, or difficulty in expectoration: Acute bronchitis, chronic bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). ...
3. Dosage and how to use Bivo
Dosage:
Adults and children over 12 years old: Take 1 tablet x 3 times/day. Drink after eating. Children from 6 to 12 years old: Take 1⁄2 tablets/time x 03 times/day. Drink after eating. Children from 2 to 6 years old: Take 1⁄2 tablets/time x 02 times/day. Drink after eating. How to use: The drug is taken orally, best taken after eating.
4. Contraindications to the drug Bivo
Do not use the drug for patients with hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients in the drug.
For pregnant women and lactating women should weigh the benefits and possible risks.
5. Bivo drug interactions
When using a combination of drugs with Bivo, it is necessary to inform the doctor about the medical history, allergy history, drug history including prescription and non-prescription to avoid possible drug interactions.
With antibiotics: when used together with Bivo will increase the concentration of antibiotics in lung and bronchial tissues, so it is used in combination with antibiotics in the treatment of respiratory infections. With cough suppressant, bronchial secretion reduction should be avoided in combination because it reduces the effect of the drug.
6. Bivo drug side effects
During the use of Bivo medicine, you may experience side effects: abdominal pain, gastritis, vomiting, nausea, dry mouth. Immediately report any unwanted effects to your doctor or go to the nearest medical facility for advice and timely treatment.
7. Notes when using Bivo
When using Bivo, it is necessary to avoid combining with cough medicine, because there is a risk of sputum stagnation in the respiratory tract.
Be careful with people with bronchial asthma, because the Bromhexin component in Bivo medicine can cause bronchospasm in some people who are easily irritated.
For patients with liver failure, severe renal failure should consider when using Bivo.
For patients with debilitated body or weak body who are unable to expectorate sputum, caution should be exercised.
Above is useful information to help you better understand Bivo medicine, if you have any questions, please contact your doctor/pharmacist immediately for advice and answers.
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