"Broncholitin": reviews about the drug

The vast majority of patients who use the drug "Broncholitin", reviews about it leave positive. Such a reaction of people to this drug is quite natural. "Broncholitin", the composition of which is quite complex, contains several active substances that have a strong antitussive effect. It includes (based on 125 g):

Glaucin gidlohlorid - 0.125 g;

- ephedrine hydrochloride - 0.1 g;

- Sage oil - 0,125 g;

- citric acid - 0.125 g.

These components function perfectly on the human body, as a bronchodilator, antitussive agent for chronic and acute bronchitis, asthmoid state. Unlike codeine, glaucin, the hydrochloride, which is part of this medication, does not depress respiration, does not affect the motility of the intestinal tract, does not cause addiction. Therefore, people who are striving for an ideal figure, often use "Broncholitin" for weight loss.

Glaucine hydrobromide and ephedrine hydrochloride are rapidly absorbed in the stomach. The maximum level of the drug in the blood after taking is reached after 1.5 hours. Metabolized substances in the liver, and then excreted in the urine. The drug "Broncholitin", reviews of which are based on its high efficiency, are very well tolerated by almost all people.

Indications for use: complex therapy of diseases accompanied by unproductive dry cough (bronchitis, bronchial asthma, tracheobronchitis, whooping cough, bronchopneumonia, bronchiectasis).

Form release: a virtually transparent syrup, having a light yellow or yellow-green color. It has a rather viscous consistency and a specific smell of basil oil. The bottles are made of dark plastic or glass. In the kit comes a measuring spoon or a glass.

Adults prescribe this drug 3-4 times a day for 2 measuring spoons. Children 3-10 years take it three times a day for 1 measuring spoon, after 10 years - three times a day for 2 measuring spoons. The duration of treatment is determined by the attending physician.

Many people often doubt whether to take the drug "Broncholitin". The patient's comments about him are mostly positive, but he also has many contraindications. These include: coronary atherosclerosis, hypersensitivity, angina pectoris, arterial hypertension, angle-closure glaucoma, thyrotoxicosis, insomnia, pheochromocytoma, prostatic hypertrophy, lactation period, 1 trimester of pregnancy.

Although many parents praise the Broncholitin remedy, some of the reviews are very negative. Perhaps a negative attitude towards the drug occurred when it was taken by children under 3 years old. At this age should be abandoned its use. Very carefully the drug should be taken by individuals who are prone to developing dependence on drugs.

"Broncholitin" can be taken simultaneously with antipyretics, antibiotics, and vitamins. Ephedrine in the drug reduces the effects of hypnotics and opioid analgesics. With the simultaneous administration of cardiac glycosides, tricyclic antidepressants, quinidine and broncholitin, the risk of arrhythmias increases, and with the MAO inhibitors and with reserpine, there is a risk of a sudden increase in pressure. Simultaneous use with non-selective beta-blockers reduces bronchodilator effect.

The content in ethanol syrup is dangerous for patients with epilepsy, alcoholism, liver diseases, diseases and brain damage, pregnant women. The substances entering into the preparation sometimes lead to the appearance of various allergic reactions, "Broncholitin" should be taken with care during working with mechanisms and management of transport.

Side effects: tachycardia, increased pressure, extrasystole, tremor, insomnia, agitation, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, impaired vision, vomiting, constipation, anorexia, dysmenorrhea, increased libido, difficulty urinating, rash, increased sweating, tachyphylaxis.