Broclear Tablet (Acebrophylline/Acetylcysteine)

About Broclear Tablet 10’s

Broclear Tablet 10’s belongs to the class of drugs called ‘mucolytic agents’ (cough/sputum thinner) primarily used to prevent and treat symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) such as shortness of breath, coughing or wheezing (whistling sound while breathing). COPD is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes).

Broclear100 Tablet 10’s is a combination of two drugs, namely: Acebrophylline (mucolytic and bronchodilator) and Acetylcysteine (mucolytic agent/sputum thinner). Acebrophylline belongs to the class of bronchodilators with additional mucolytic properties and works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Acetylcysteine belongs to the class of mucolytic agents (cough/sputum thinner) that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in lungs, windpipe and nose. Broclear Tablet 10’s breakdown the acid mucopolysaccharide fibres that make the mucus (sputum) thinner and less dense/viscous removing sputum efficiently by coughing. However, the viscosity of sputum remains low for as long as treatment is maintained. Together, they help to cough out easily and makes breathing easier by opening airways.

Take Broclear Tablet 10’s with or without food and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Your doctor will recommend you how often you take Broclear Tablet 10’s based on your medical condition. Some people may experience diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, runny nose, dizziness, heartburn, stomach pain, skin rash, drowsiness, cool and moist skin. Most of these side effects of Broclear Tablet 10’s do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Broclear Tablet 10’s or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Broclear Tablet 10’s is not recommended for children below 14 years of age. Drink plenty of fluids to thin mucus and lubricate your throat while taking Broclear Tablet 10’s. Broclear100 Tablet 10’s is not recommended for use during pregnancy. If you are breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before taking Broclear Tablet 10’s. Severe skin reactions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome (a serious and rare disorder of skin and mucus membranes) or toxic epidermal necrolysis (skin blistering or skin peeling) have been rarely reported in some patients. However, if you notice any skin rash worsening with mucosal lesions or blisters, stop taking Broclear100 Tablet 10’s and contact your doctor immediately. Do not take Broclear Tablet 10’s if you have heart rhythm disorder that causes fast heartbeats. Avoid taking Broclear Tablet 10’s if you have low blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, hemodynamic instability (unstable blood pressure), had a heart attack, kidney or liver diseases. If you have hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), irregular heartbeats, viral infections, heart failure, asthma, high blood pressure, fits, gastric or duodenal ulcers, heart diseases, kidney or liver insufficiency, inform your doctor before taking Broclear Tablet 10’s.

Uses of Broclear Tablet 10’s

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Medicinal Benefits

Broclear Tablet 10’s is a combination of two drugs, namely: Acebrophylline and Acetylcysteine. Acebrophylline belongs to the class of bronchodilators with additional mucolytic properties and works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Acetylcysteine is a mucolytic agent (cough/sputum thinner) that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in lungs, windpipe and nose. Broclear Tablet 10’s breakdown the acid mucopolysaccharide fibres that make the mucus (sputum) thinner and less dense/viscous removing sputum efficiently by coughing. However, the viscosity of sputum remains low for as long as treatment is maintained. Together, they help to cough out easily and makes breathing easier by opening airways.

Directions for Use

Take Broclear100 Tablet 10’s with or without food as advised by your doctor and swallow the whole tablet/capsule with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Broclear Tablet 10’s

Like all medicines, Broclear Tablet 10’s can cause some common side effects such as,

Diarrhoea, stomach pain.

Nausea, vomiting.

Runny nose.

Dizziness, drowsiness,

Heartburn.

Skin rash, hives, itching, cool and moist skin.

Most of these side effects of Broclear100 Tablet 10’s do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Broclear Tablet 10’s or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Broclear Tablet 10’s is not recommended for children below 14 years of age. Regular monitoring of potassium levels is recommended while taking Broclear Tablet 10’s as it may cause low potassium levels in the blood. Broclear Tablet 10’s is not recommended for use during pregnancy. If you are breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before taking Broclear Tablet 10’s. Severe skin reactions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome (a serious and rare disorder of skin and mucus membranes) or toxic epidermal necrolysis (skin blistering or skin peeling) have been rarely reported in some patients. However, if you notice any skin rash worsening with mucosal lesions or blisters, stop taking Broclear Tablet 10’s and contact your doctor immediately. Do not take Broclear Tablet 10’s if you have heart rhythm disorder that causes fast heartbeats. Avoid taking Broclear Tablet 10’s if you have low blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, hemodynamic instability (unstable blood pressure), had a heart attack, kidney or liver diseases. If you have hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), irregular heartbeats, viral infections, heart failure, asthma, high blood pressure, fits, gastric or duodenal ulcers, heart diseases, kidney or liver insufficiency, inform your doctor before taking Broclear Tablet 10’s.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Broclear Tablet 10’s may interact with water pills (furosemide), medicines used to treat gout (allopurinol), antacid (cimetidine), antibiotics (ciprofloxacin, erythromycin, amoxicillin, doxycycline, tetracycline, gentamicin, amikacin, neomycin), drugs used to lower high blood pressure (diltiazem, verapamil), heart-related medicines (isoprenaline), anthelmintic (thiabendazole),  corticosteroids (prednisone), oral contraceptives (ethinylestradiol), medicines used to treat chest pain (glyceryl trinitrate) and cough suppressants (dextromethorphan, codeine).

Drug-Food Interaction: If you are allergic to histamine, avoid histamine rich foods such as tomatoes, wine and processed foods as it may cause histamine intolerance leading to symptoms such as flushing (redness of the skin), migraine headaches, skin rash, itching and rhinitis (runny and stuffy nose). Also, avoid intake of alcohol with Broclear Tablet 10’s as it may increase drowsiness. Also, avoid or limit the intake of caffeine with Broclear Tablet 10’s as it may cause side effects.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Avoid taking Broclear Tablet 10’s if you have low blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, hemodynamic instability (unstable blood pressure), had a heart attack, kidney or liver diseases. If you have hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), irregular heartbeats, viral infections, heart failure, asthma, high blood pressure, fits, gastric or duodenal ulcers, heart diseases, kidney or liver insufficiency, inform your doctor before taking Broclear Tablet 10’s.