Bromhexine + Salbutamol
Uses of Bromhexine + Salbutamol
Bromhexine + salbutamol is for chronic bronchiectasis and whooping cough/pertussis.
How Bromhexine + Salbutamol Works
Salbutamol acts by relaxing the muscles and open up aiways. Bromhexine works by reducing the viscosity of the mucus produced.
Side Effects of Bromhexine + Salbutamol
Nausea, Vomiting, Tremors
Warnings
Kidney Use With Care
Bromhexine + Salbutamol should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease as it may cause hypokalaemia. Dose adjustment of Bromhexine + Salbutamol may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol Not Advisable
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Bromhexine + Salbutamol. Taking Bromhexine + Salbutamol with alcohol may worsen the side effects such as headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and palpitations.
Pregnancy Not Safe
Bromhexine + Salbutamol may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown adverse reactions on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable even with the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving Generally Safe
Bromhexine + Salbutamol should not affect alertness or driving ability.
Liver Limited Data
Bromhexine + Salbutamol should be safe to use in patients with liver disease. It is rare for most of the antiasthmatic agents to cause hepatotoxicity. No dose adjustment of Bromhexine + Salbutamol may be needed.
Lactation Limited Data
Bromhexine + Salbutamol is excreted in breast milk but it is not known to show any harmful effect on breastfed babies. However, its usage should be restricted unless the benefits outweigh the risks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Written by Dr Sri Viknarajan, MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)
Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).
