Description
| Medicine | |
| Alchohol Interaction | Vistadex Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol. |
| Pregnancy Interaction | Vistadex Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor. |
| Lactation Interaction | No information is available on the use of Vistadex Capsule during lactation. Please consult your doctor. |
| Expert Advice | Tell your doctor if you have ever had or are suffering from stomach ulcer. You may not be prescribed Bromhexine as it can aggravate your problem. Inform your doctor if you have any liver/kidney disease or asthma. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding. Do not take if allergic to Bromhexine or any of its ingredients. |
| Common Side Effect | Irritation of ear, Allergic skin rash, Dizziness, Headache. |
| How to Use | Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Vistadex Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.Take it with food if stomach upset occurs. |
| Driving | Vistadex Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | Vistadex Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Vistadex Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | Vistadex Capsule is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor. |
| Mechanism of action | Bromhexine is a mucolytic medication. It works by breaking up mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. |
Tags: Vistadex Capsule