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Bixovom 8 is a group of drugs indicated for the treatment of respiratory diseases with increased phlegm secretion and difficulty in expectorating sputum such as bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases, chronic respiratory diseases, pneumoconiosis and bronchiectasis. . So what is Bixovom 8 drug?
1. What are the uses of Bixovom 8?
1.1. What is Bixovom 8? Bixovom 8 is a drug that acts on the respiratory tract. Bixovom 8 contains bromhexin HCl 8mg and is made in the form of tablets, packed in boxes, each box has 3 blisters, each blister has 10 tablets and a box of 1 bottle has 100 tablets.
Bromhexin hydrochloride is a kind of regulator, mucolytic in the respiratory tract. Because it activates the synthesis of sialomucin and it breaks down the acid mucopolysaccharid fibers, the drug will make the sputum more fluid and less dense. The medicine will make it easier to loosen the phlegm.
Bixovom 8 has the main ingredient bromhexin which is very well absorbed through the digestive system. Food may increase the bioavailability of the drug. Bixovom 8 is highly bound to plasma proteins (about 95-99%). Bromhexine is metabolised mainly by the liver and the majority of bromhexine is excreted by the kidneys as metabolites.
Decreased clearance of bromhexine may be encountered in cases of liver failure, renal failure.
1.2. What is Bixovom 8 used for? Bixovom 8 has the main ingredient bromhexin, which is used to treat respiratory diseases with increased sputum secretion and difficulty in expectoration such as acute and chronic bronchitis, forms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, chronic respiratory inflammation, pneumonitis, bronchiectasis.
Patients need to adhere to taking the drug according to the indications or instructions on the use and function for each object as stated on the Bixovom 8 instruction sheet or the doctor's prescription.
2. Usage of Bixovom 8
2.1. How to use Bixovom 8 Patients should carefully read the instructions on how to use Bixovom 8 that have been recorded on the instruction sheet. Bixovom 8 is a tablet drug that should be taken orally and taken immediately after eating.
2.2. Dosage of the drug Bixovom 8 Adults and children over 12 years old: 8mg x 3 times a day. Children from 6 to 12 years old: 4mg x 3 times a day. Children from 2 years old to 6 years old: 4mg x 2 times a day.
3. Management of missed dose and overdose Bixovom 8
Handling missed dose: Usually, all drugs can be taken within 1 to 2 hours compared to what is stated in the prescription. Unless the drug has a strict time limit, the patient can take it as soon as a few hours after forgetting. However, if the time is too far from the time when it is necessary to drink, the patient should not make up for it, because it can be dangerous to the body. Patients need to follow or consult a doctor or pharmacist before making a decision. Overdose treatment: Prescription drugs require a prescription from a doctor or pharmacist. Over-the-counter medications require a package insert from the manufacturer. Patients should carefully read and follow the exact dose indicated on the prescription or drug leaflet. When a patient overdoses on Bixovom 8 drug, it is necessary to stop taking the drug and immediately notify the doctor, pharmacist if there are abnormal symptoms. Notes to handle in case of overdose Unusual symptoms of overdose should be reported to a doctor or medical person in charge. In case of an overdose of Bixovom 8 with abnormal symptoms, the patient should call for an emergency: Patients should immediately call 911 for guidance and help. Family members should bring medical records, all prescriptions/potions of medicines the patient has been taking so that doctors can quickly diagnose and treat.
4. Contraindications of Bixovom 8
Contraindications of Bixovom 8 in the following cases:
Patients with hypersensitivity to the components of the drug. Relative contraindications for pregnant women
5. Drug interactions
What drugs can interact with Bixovom 8? It is important to remember that drug interactions with other drugs are often quite complicated due to the influence of many ingredients in the drug. Studies or recommendations usually only state common interactions with use. Therefore, patients do not arbitrarily apply information about Bixovom 8 drug interactions if you are not a researcher, doctor or medical person.
Drug interactions Bixovom 8 with food and drink Consider using the drug together with alcohol, tobacco, alcoholic beverages or fermentation. Factors that can change the composition of the drug. See details in the leaflet or consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
6. Notes when using Bixovom 8
Note when using Bixovom 8 as follows:
Be careful when taking Bixovom 8 with bromhexin to avoid combining with cough medicines, because it has a risk of stagnation of phlegm in the respiratory tract. Caution should be exercised in people with asthma, as Bromhexine may cause bronchospasm in some susceptible patients. Be careful with patients with liver failure, severe kidney disease. When used for patients who are debilitated, whose body is weak and are not able to cough up sputum, need to be more cautious. The patient has a history of peptic ulcer disease. Be careful with people who are driving or operating machinery. Caution during pregnancy : Consider and consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine. Drugs that have gone through the testing process still have risks when used. Note the breastfeeding period: Mothers need to carefully weigh the benefits and risks for mother and baby. You should not arbitrarily use the drug without carefully reading the instructions for use and instructions of the doctor to protect the mother and baby.
5. Side effects of the drug Bixovom 8
Possible side effects of Bixovom 8 are:
Stomach pain Nausea, vomiting Digestive disorders, dry mouth. Inform your doctor about any unwanted effects you may experience while using the drug. Usually, side effects or undesirable effects (ADRs) are unwanted effects that go away when the drug is stopped. If there are rare side effects that are not mentioned in the leaflet, the patient should immediately inform the doctor or medical person if there is any doubt about the side effects of Bixovom 8
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6. How to store Bixovom 8
Carefully read the instructions for storing the medicine on the package and the instruction sheet for Bixovom 8. Patients should check the expiry date of the medicine. When not using or expired medicine, it should be collected and disposed of according to the instructions of the manufacturer or the person in charge of medicine.
Conventional drugs are stored at room temperature, the temperature should not exceed 30°C, avoid direct sunlight or high temperature will be able to metabolize the ingredients in the drug.
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