Bisolvon 8 mg 20 tablets
Sanofi Egypt
Sanofi Egypt
Composition
Active ingredient
Bromhexine hydrochloride – 8 mg per tablet
Excipients
Lactose monohydrate, starch, magnesium stearate
Description
A mucolytic agent for the treatment of acute and chronic bronchopulmonary diseases involving abnormal mucus secretion and transport. White, round, flat tablets with beveled edges, for oral use.
A mucolytic agent with expectorant action. Reduces the viscosity of bronchial mucus by depolymerizing acidic polysaccharides and stimulating the production of surfactant-containing secretions.
Properties
Reduces mucus viscosity and improves expectoration
Promotes surfactant production
Supports easier breathing in productive cough
Rapid absorption and systemic effect
Convenient dosage for adolescents and adults
Indications for Use
Secretolytic therapy of acute and chronic bronchopulmonary diseases associated with impaired mucus formation and transport:
tracheobronchitis
chronic bronchitis
bronchial asthma
cystic fibrosis
chronic pneumonia
Directions for Use
Adults and adolescents over 14 years: 1–2 tablets three times daily (24–48 mg bromhexine/day)
Children aged 6–14 years and patients under 50 kg bodyweight: 1 tablet three times daily (24 mg bromhexine/day)
Take the tablets orally after meals with plenty of liquid. Do not take for more than 4–5 days without medical advice.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to bromhexine
Children under 6 years (for this dosage form)
Precautions
Use with caution in patients with peptic ulcer or a history of gastrointestinal bleeding
Caution in patients with bronchial asthma
Do not use concurrently with codeine-containing products
Use during pregnancy and lactation only as prescribed by a physician
Side Effects
Gastrointestinal: dyspepsia, transient increase in liver enzymes
CNS: headache, dizziness
Dermatologic: sweating, rash
Respiratory: cough, bronchospasm
Storage Conditions
Store in a dry place at temperatures not exceeding 30 °C.
Packaging
Carton box containing 2 strips of 10 tablets each, with a package insert.