Uses of Novahexin 5 ml

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1. What is Novahexin?

Bromhexin hydrochloride component of Novahexin 5 ml is known to be a regulator and mucolytic agent in the respiratory tract. To get this effect, the drug works by the mechanism of sialomucin synthesis and breaks down the mucopolysaccharide acid fibers, so the drug makes the sputum looser and less viscous. As a result, Novahexin helps to loosen phlegm more effectively.
This ingredient is rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and the first organ of metabolism is in the liver. Bromhexine hydrochloride may be affected by food. After taking the drug from 30 minutes to 1 hour, the drug will reach peak plasma concentrations.
Bromhexine hydrochloride is distributed in body tissues and is metabolised in the liver. This component is mainly eliminated in the urine.

2. What are the effects of Novahexin?

Novahexin 4mg/5ml is indicated for prescription in the following cases:
bronchial secretion disorders, especially in acute bronchitis, acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis. When used in combination with antibiotics such as Amoxicillin, Doxycycline, Cefuroxim, Erythromycin..., Novahexin 4mg/5ml as an adjuvant for severe respiratory infections. On the other hand, the drug is not allowed to be prescribed in the following cases to ensure the safety of the patient's health:
The patient is allergic to any ingredient of the drug. The patient has a stomach ulcer. The patient is being treated with an MAOI antidepressant.

3. Dosage and how to use Novahexin

Novahexin is taken orally. You can drink it directly without dilution.
Patients need to follow the doctor's prescription or refer to the recommended dosage from the manufacturer. Specifically:
Adults and children over 10 years old: 2 ampoules/time x 3 times/day. Dosage for children 5 - 10 years old: 1 ampoule/time x 3 times/day. Dosage for children under 5 years old 1 ampoule/time x 2 times/day. Long-term use of the drug is not only ineffective, but on the contrary can cause some side effects. Therefore, the duration of drug treatment lasts up to 10 days.
In case of missed dose, take the dose as soon as you remember. Usually drugs that can be taken 1-2 hours after the daily dose do not affect the treatment. The patient should not take the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose of the day prescribed by the doctor. Absolutely avoid making up for a double dose when you forget to take the medicine.
If you accidentally take an overdose of the drug as directed by the treating doctor, the patient should stop taking the drug immediately, monitor the changes in the body if you experience any symptoms that are suspected to be related to the overdose. medicine. Immediately notify your doctor or pharmacist for advice on appropriate management. When the symptoms become more severe, the patient should be taken to the hospital immediately for timely treatment to avoid serious complications. Patients should also remember to bring used medicines with them so that the doctor can understand the information and handle it quickly and promptly.

4. Novahexin side effects

During the treatment of the disease, Novahexin may cause some adverse reactions. In which, less common side effects were recorded such as: stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, sweating... The rarer side effects such as dry mouth, increase transaminase enzymes AST, ALT...

5. Novahexin drug interactions

There have been reports of drug interactions between Novahexin and some drugs such as:
The combination of atropine (or anticholinergic) and bromhexin components is not recommended because it may reduce the effect of Novahexin. Do not use antitussive drugs with Novahexin at the same time because of the increased risk of sputum stagnation in the respiratory tract. The above are not all drugs that may interact with Novahexin. Therefore, in order to ensure safety when taking medication, the patient needs to provide a list of all the medications they are taking (including prescription, nonprescription, herbal and dietary supplements) and to the doctor or pharmacist. see and advise.

6. Be careful when taking Novahexin

Pregnant and lactating women only use the drug when prescribed by a doctor. The drug does not affect the patient's ability to drive and use machines. Patients with peptic ulcer disease should use caution when taking the drug because of the increased risk of damage to the gastric mucosal barrier. Patients who are elderly or debilitated should strictly follow the doctor's instructions on dosage to avoid side effects because these are subjects with weakened immune systems. In short, Novahexin 5 ml is a prescription drug, so patients need to comply with the drug instructions from the doctor. If you experience any unusual symptoms, you should notify your doctor.

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