Mucolyt
Mucolytic Expectorant

Presentation
Mucolyt syrup: Each 5 ml syrup contains Bromhexine Hydrochloride BP 4 mg.

Description
Mucolyt is a highly effective mucolytic expectorant.

Indications
Mucolyt is indicated in the treatment of respiratory disorders associated with productive cough. These include; tracheobronchitis, bronchitis with emphysema, bronchiectasis, bronchitis with bronchospasm, chronic inflammatory pulmonary conditions and pneumoconiosis.

Dosage and Administration
Adults: The recommended daily dose is 2 to 4 teaspoonful 3 times. Initially 4 teaspoonful 3 times daily and then as required.
Children: Suggested dosage for children under 2 years is 1/4 teaspoonful 3 times daily, for 2-5 years 1/2 teaspoonful 3 times daily and for children aged 5-10 years 1 teaspoonful 3 times daily.

Side effects
Gastrointestinal side effects may occur occasionally with Bromhexine and a transient rise in serum aminotransferase values has been reported. Other reported adverse effects include headache, dizziness, sweating and skin rash.

Precautions
Since mucolytics may disrupt the gastric mucosa so Bromhexine should be used with care in patients with a history of peptic ulceration. Care is also advisable in asthmatic patients.

Contraindications
Contraindicated to those who are hypersensitive to Bromhexine Hydrochloride.

Storage instructions
Store below 25°C. Protect from light. Keep the container tightly closed.

Commercial pack
Mucolyt syrup : Bottle containing 100 ml syrup.