Bromhexine

Bromhexine: Uses, Dosage and Side Effects

Overview

• A bronchial secretolytic that disrupts the structure of acid mucopolysaccharide fibres in mucoid sputum and produces a less viscous mucus, which is easier to expectorate.

Uses of Bromhexine

• The mucolytic activity of bromhexine could help in the management of the respiratory diseases.

Dose of Bromhexine in Dogs and Cats

Dogs:

Mucolysis: 3–15 mg/dog i.m. q12h; 2 mg/kg p.o. q12h.

Cats:

Mucolysis: 3 mg/cat i.m. q24h; 1 mg/kg p.o. q24h.

Side Effects of Bromhexine in Dogs and Cats

No information available.

Contraindications of Bromhexine in Dogs and Cats

No information available.