Barkeit Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is barkeit tablet used for?
Barkeit Tablet contains Guaifenesin 200mg, an expectorant that helps loosen mucus and phlegm in the airways, making coughs more productive. It is used for relief from chest congestion and cough associated with respiratory conditions.
- Generic Name: Guaifenesin
- Manufacturer: Sanzyme Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: C
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ barkeit tablet Uses & Benefits
Relief of productive cough associated with respiratory tract infections.
Off-label uses: May be used for dry cough in some cases.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Guaifenesin |
| Brand Name | barkeit tablet |
| Manufacturer | Sanzyme Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | Expectorants |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Increases respiratory tract fluid output and reduces mucus viscosity.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take barkeit tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of barkeit tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Rash
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Severe allergic reactions (rare)
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Urticaria
- Angioedema
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Moderate | May decrease anticoagulant effect |
| Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) | Moderate | Increased risk of serotonin syndrome |
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No significant interaction.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to guaifenesin.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Cough frequency and sputum characteristics.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; use with caution.
๐ Overdose Management
Gastric lavage, supportive measures.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
๐ Substitutes for barkeit tablet
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.
โญ User Reviews
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.