Manufacturer: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Guaifenesin(50mg), Terbutaline(1.5mg), Bromhexine(2.5mg)
Bottle of 60ml Syrup
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It is a combination medicine containing - bromhexine, guaifenesin and terbutaline. Bromhexine is a mucolytic agent, guaifenesin is an expectorant, and terbutaline is a bronchodilator. Alex Bt Syrup works by thinning, liquefying, and loosening the mucus and makes expulsion easy. It also relaxes the airways and makes breathing easier. It should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed.
Alex Bt Syrup works by the combined action of its components: terbutaline, guaifenesin and bromhexine.Terbutaline has bronchodilator properties. It relaxes the muscles of the airways and inhibits the release of inflammation-causing chemical substances. Thereby, it improves airflow to the lungs and makes breathing easier.Guaifenesin is an expectorant, and so it helps to thin the mucus in the airways and makes it easier to cough out and clear the airways. Bromhexine helps in reducing the mucous by boosting the production of phlegm in the respiratory tract and aids to make the mucus thinner and less sticky. Therefore, it makes the expulsion of cough easier.
Serum guaifenesin concentrations were determined and pharmacokinetic parameters calculated. Guaifenesin was rapidly absorbed (Tmax of 15 min) following oral administration. The Cmax was 681.3 ± 323.8 ng/mL and 1080 ± 732.8 following the first and last dose, respectively.The pharmacokinetics of terbutaline has been studied after subcutaneous adminsitration of a therapeutic dose of 250 microgram in 14 patients. Short absorption half-lives of about 7 min resulted in a fast uptake of the drug.Bromhexine hydrochloride is rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and undergoes extensive first-pass metabolism in the liver. Its oral bioavailability is stated to be only about 20%. It is widely distributed to body tissues and is highly bound to plasma proteins.
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 Benakof BS
Nausea
Diarrhea
Bloating
Indigestion
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Sweating
Dizziness
Headache
Skin rash
Hives
Tremors
Increased heart rate
Allergy
Asthma
Smoking Addiction
High Blood Pressure
Hyperthyroidism
Diabetes
Glaucoma
Benakof BS Syrup 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.
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Benakof BS Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of Benakof BS Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Guaifenesin+Terbutaline+Bromhexine is used in the treatment of cough with mucus.Guaifenesin is an expectorant which decreases the stickiness of mucus (phlegm) and helps in its removal from the airways. Terbutaline is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways. Bromhexine is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. Together, they make breathing easier.
BROMHEXINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL+TERBUTALINE may have interaction with medicines used to lower high blood pressure (propranolol), hormone (epinephrine), water pills (furosemide), anti-allergic drugs (promethazine), uterine stimulant (oxytocin), bronchodilators (formoterol, dyphylline), anti-sickness drug (ondansetron).
Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Alex Bt 50/1.5/2.5 Mg Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Alex Bt 50/1.5/2.5 Mg Syrup, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
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. Alex Bt 50/1.5/2.5 Mg Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q: What precautions do I need to take before starting Alex Bt Syrup?
Consult with your doctor if you are suffering from a stomach ulcer or have a history of stomach ulcer.
Do inform your doctor in case you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Consult your doctor before giving Alex Bt Syrup to a child.
Q: Can I take Alex Bt Syrup for dry cough?
A: Alex Bt Syrup is generally used for wet cough only. It helps in loosening up the mucus (phlegm), increasing airway secretions, and relaxing the airways so that the mucus is released, liquefy, and expelled from the airways easily through coughing. Consult your doctor for more information on which medicine/syrup to be taken for dry cough.
Q: Does Alex Bt Syrup cause drowsiness?
A: Yes, Alex Bt Syrup can cause drowsiness. Avoid driving or do any work that requires concentration and attention if you experience such symptoms.
Q: Can we give Alex Bt Syrup to elderly patients?
A: Elderly patients are more prone to the side effects of Alex Bt Syrup. Also, conditions like glaucoma, prostate problems, liver and kidney diseases are more prevalent in the elderly population, aggravating the side effects of this medicine. Therefore, always consult a doctor before giving it to elderly patients.
