Bricarex Expectorant is used in the treatment of cough. It thins mucus in the nose, windpipe and lungs, making it easier to cough out.

Bricarex Expectorant is a combination of two medicines: Bricarex Expectorant1 and Bricarex Expectorant2.

Uses of Bricarex Expectorant

Cough

Benefits of Bricarex Expectorant

In Cough

Bricarex Expectorant gives relief from cough by loosening thick mucus and making it easier to cough it out. It also makes it easier for air to move in and out of your airways. This reduces the frequency of coughing and makes you feel better. With the use of Bricarex Expectorant as prescribed by the doctor, you can get relief from cough sooner. Along with medications, drink enough lukewarm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.

Side effects of Bricarex Expectorant

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Bricarex

Nausea
Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Vomiting
Dizziness
Headache
Rash
Hives
Tremors
Increased heart rate

How to use Bricarex Expectorant

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Bricarex Expectorant may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Bricarex Expectorant. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Bricarex Expectorant may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Bricarex Expectorant is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Bricarex Expectorant does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Bricarex Expectorant should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bricarex Expectorant may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Bricarex Expectorant should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bricarex Expectorant may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Bricarex Expectorant in these patients.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Bricarex Expectorant

₹0.75/ml of Expectorant

Astharid Expectorant

Empiai Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹0.68/ml of expectorant

9% cheaper

X Par 66.65 mg/1.5 mg Expectorant

Bombay Tablet Mfg Co Pvt Ltd

₹0.54/ml of expectorant

28% cheaper

Bricof 66.65 mg/1.5 mg Expectorant

Cipla Ltd

₹0.3/ml of expectorant

60% cheaper

Quick tips

Bricarex Expectorant

Bricarex Expectorant is prescribed to get relief from cough.
Drink warm water to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
In general, most coughs do not last more than 2 weeks. If your cough does last longer than this then, it's better to see your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers or asthma.

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Patient concerns

What is a dry and productive cough syrup for baby

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

In dry cough cough suppressants are used. In productive cough mucolytics are used.

i have dry cough & cold so which syrup i take levosalbutamol / terbutaline I am a MR in fdc i have salbutol-ls syrup

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Diabetology

U can take montair LC and cough suppressant if it's dry cough

Cold and nasal block from 2 to 3 days and now followed by dry cough. Whereas the clod and nasal block has reduced. Cough will be heavy in closed room under A/c but no cough while walking / jogging / climbing stairs. What to do ? Shall I use Ambrolite D ?

Dr. Shubhra Chandhan Pradhan

ENT

Don't use it, it may be infective cough. Ambrolyte D will suppress your cough and it will accumulate in chest. This is good in dry cough

I am 29 weeks into my pregnancy. Have extreme dry cough and was given augmentin 625 and then some DCT syrup. None have had any effects. Please suggest something as i cannot sleep at nights due to dry coughing And now i am suggested TusQ Dx Should i consume it???

Dr. Megha Gupta

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Please avoid cough syrups in pregnancy. Warm water and salt gargling and honey help soothe a cough. you can take dabur haunts syrup if cough is persistent.

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