benelix br 50 mg/1.25 mg/4 mg syrup
What is benelix br 50 mg/1.25 mg/4 mg syrup used for?
This medicine contains Guaifenesin (50mg) + Terbutaline (1.25mg) and is used to treat RESPIRATORY. Guaifenesin increases respiratory tract fluid output to reduce mucus viscosity; Terbutaline stimulat. Always consult your doctor before use.
- Generic Name: Guaifenesin + Terbutaline
- Manufacturer: Anglo-French Drugs & Industries Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Category C
- Prescription Required: Yes
💊 benelix br 50 mg/1.25 mg/4 mg syrup Uses & Benefits
📋 Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Guaifenesin + Terbutaline |
| Brand Name | Asthakind Expectorant Sugar Free |
| Manufacturer | Anglo-French Drugs & Industries Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | Expectorant and Bronchodilator |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (15-30°C), protect from light |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
🔬 How This Medicine Works (Pharmacology)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Guaifenesin increases respiratory tract fluid output to reduce mucus viscosity; Terbutaline stimulates beta-2 adrenergic receptors causing bronchodilation
Mechanism Steps
💡 How to Take benelix br 50 mg/1.25 mg/4 mg syrup
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
⚠️ Side Effects of benelix br 50 mg/1.25 mg/4 mg syrup
✅ Common Side Effects
🚨 Serious Side Effects
⚠️ Rare Side Effects
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
🔬 Drug Interactions
| Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| MAOIs | Major | Hypertensive crisis |
| Beta-blockers | Major | Reduced bronchodilator effect |
| Other sympathomimetics | Major | Increased cardiovascular effects |
| Diuretics | Moderate | Hypokalemia |
| Corticosteroids | Moderate | Increased hypokalemia risk |
| Xanthine derivatives | Moderate | Increased CNS stimulation |
| Anticholinergics | Minor | Additive anticholinergic effects |
| Tricyclic antidepressants | Minor | Increased cardiovascular effects |
🚨 Major Interactions
- MAOIs
- Beta-blockers
- Other sympathomimetics
⚡ Moderate Interactions
- Diuretics
- Corticosteroids
- Xanthine derivatives
🍷 Alcohol Interaction
Avoid alcohol as it may increase side effects
🛡️ Safety & Warnings
🚫 Contraindications
Hypersensitivity, tachyarrhythmias, severe hypertension, hyperthyroidism
🤱 Lactation Safety
Caution; excreted in breast milk
💊 Overdose Management
Gastric lavage, activated charcoal, supportive measures; for severe symptoms, beta-blockers may be used cautiously
⏰ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.