Benzydamine / Bromhexine
Benzydamine/Bromhexine is a combination medication that provides both anti-inflammatory and mucolytic effects. Benzydamine reduces pain and inflammation in the throat and respiratory tract, while bromhexine helps liquefy and clear excess mucus. This combination is commonly used to relieve symptoms of upper respiratory conditions such as sore throat, pharyngitis, and bronchitis.
A combination medication that relieves throat inflammation and pain while helping to clear respiratory mucus.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1007492
- Generic
- Benzydamine / Bromhexine
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treatment of painful inflammatory conditions of the mouth and throat (such as pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and sore throat), often accompanied by productive cough due to excessive mucus. Also used for oral cavity inflammation and post-operative throat discomfort.
Benzydamine is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that reduces inflammation and provides local anesthetic effects to relieve pain. Bromhexine is a mucolytic agent that breaks down the chemical structure of mucus proteins, making phlegm thinner and easier to expel through coughing.
Generally well-tolerated when used as directed. May cause mild local numbness or burning sensation. Avoid eating or drinking immediately after using oral preparations. Not recommended for individuals with known NSAID hypersensitivity. Consult a healthcare provider if symptoms persist beyond recommended duration or worsen.
Official drug label
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