Broncholitin

Broncholithin: antitussive and bronchodilator

Broncholithin is a medicine that is used to treat acute and chronic bronchitis, asthmatic conditions and other diseases associated with the respiratory system. It is an antitussive and bronchodilator that helps relieve symptoms and improve respiratory function.

Action

Broncholitin has an antitussive and bronchodilator effect. It relieves spasms of the smooth muscles of the bronchial tubes, expands them and increases lung volume, which improves airway patency and makes breathing easier. Bronholitin also helps reduce the amount of mucus produced and improve its discharge.

Indications

Broncholitin is prescribed for the treatment of acute and chronic bronchitis, asthmatic conditions and other diseases associated with the respiratory system. It can be used either alone or in combination with other medications.

Dosage

The dosage of broncholithin depends on the age of the patient. Adults should take 1 tablespoon of syrup 3-4 times a day. Children over 3 years old are prescribed 1 teaspoon of syrup 3 times a day, and children over 10 years old are prescribed 2 teaspoons of syrup 3 times a day. The duration of treatment and dosage may be adjusted depending on the severity of the disease, the patient's condition and other factors.

Contraindications

Bronholitin is contraindicated in coronary sclerosis, angina pectoris, hyperthyroidism and other hyperthyroid conditions. It is also not recommended for use by patients with individual intolerance to individual components of the drug.

In conclusion, broncholithin is an effective antitussive and bronchodilator that helps relieve symptoms and improve respiratory function in diseases associated with the respiratory system. However, before using this drug, you should consult your doctor and read the instructions for use.

Country of origin: Bulgaria, Medica EAD Bulgaria, Rostbalkanfarm Russia, Sevtopolis Bulgaria, Farmakhim Bulgaria, Farmakhim-Vetprom Bulgaria, Farmakhim-Nikhfi AD Bulgaria, Farmakhim-Sopharma Bulgaria, Farmakhim-Troyafarm Bulgaria, Farmakhim-Farmakon-93 Bulgaria

Pharm-Group: Combined drugs with antitussive action

Manufacturers: Bulgarian Rose (Bulgaria), Medica EAD (Bulgaria), Rostbalkanfarm (Russia), Sevtopolis (Bulgaria), Farmakhim (Bulgaria), Farmakhim-Vetprom (Bulgaria), Farmakhim-Nikhfi AD (Bulgaria), Farmakhim-Sopharma (Bulgaria) , Farmakhim-Troyafarm (Bulgaria), Farmakhim-Farmakon-93 (Bulgaria)

International name: Glaucine + Ephedrine + Basil oil

Synonyms: Bronchitusen Vramed, Bronchosevt, Bronchoton, Bronchocin

Dosage forms: syrup

Ingredients: Glaucine + Ephedrine + Basil oil.

Indications for use: Dry cough for various diseases of the respiratory tract, including: - acute inflammatory diseases of the upper respiratory tract; - acute and chronic bronchitis; - tracheobronchitis; - pneumonia; - bronchial asthma; - bronchiectasis; - whooping cough.

Contraindications:

1. arterial hypertension;
2. IHD;
3. severe organic heart disease;
4. heart failure;
5. pheochromocytoma;
6. thyrotoxicosis;
7. insomnia;
8. glaucoma;
9. prostatic hyperplasia with clinical manifestations;
10. thyrotoxicosis;
11. pregnancy (first trimester);
12. lactation (breastfeeding period);
13. hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.

Side effect:
From the cardiovascular system: tachycardia, extrasystole, increased blood pressure.
From the side of the central nervous system: tremor, agitation, insomnia, dizziness, blurred vision; in children - drowsiness.
From the digestive system: nausea, vomiting, anorexia, constipation.
From the reproductive system: increased libido, dysmenorrhea.
From the urinary system: difficulty urinating, urinary retention in patients with prostatic hyperplasia.
Dermatological reactions: rash, increased sweating.
Other: tachyphylaxis.

Interaction:
Ephedrine, which is part of the drug, weakens the effect of narcotic and sleeping pills.
When using ephedrine simultaneously with cardiac glycosides, quinidine, and tricyclic antidepressants, the risk of developing arrhythmias increases.
With the simultaneous use of ephedrine with reserpine and MAO inhibitors, a sharp increase in blood pressure is possible.
With simultaneous use of ephedrine with non-selective beta blockers, the bronchodilator effect may be reduced.

Overdose:
Symptoms: nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, agitation, poor circulation, tremors of the limbs, dizziness, sweating, difficulty urinating.
Treatment: gastric lavage, symptomatic therapy.

Special instructions:
Caution should be used in patients with a tendency to develop drug dependence.
The drug can be used simultaneously with antibiotics, antipyretics and vitamins.
Caution should be used in patients with liver disease, alcoholism, epilepsy, brain diseases, during pregnancy and in children.
Due to the possible occurrence of dizziness and visual impairment, caution should be exercised when performing work that requires increased attention and speed of psychomotor reactions, incl. driving a car and working with machinery.

Literature: Directory "Vidal", 2004.