Bodrex is a useful remedy for headaches, toothaches, and fevers. In addition, this drug also has a variant that is intended for: relieve flu symptoms, as sneezing, stuffy nose, coughing up phlegm, or dry cough.
One of the main ingredients of Bodrex is paracetamol. This drug works by affecting the body's temperature control center in the brain and reducing the production of prostaglandins, which can lower body temperature during fever and relieve pain.
Types and Ingredients of Bodrex
There are seven types of Bodrex products that are sold freely in Indonesia with different contents and benefits, namely:
1. Bodrex 2. Bodrex Extra 3. Bodrex Migra 4. Bodrex Flu and PE Cough 5. Bodrex Flu and Cough with PE Each caplet of Bodrex Flu and Cough with phlegm contains 500 mg of paracetamol, 10 mg of phenylephrine HCl, 50 mg of guaifenesin, and 8 mg of bromhexine HCl. Each 5 ml of Bodrex Flu and Cough with phlegm PE contains 150 mg of paracetamol, 3.5 mg of phenylephrine, 50 mg of guaifenesin, and 2.6 mg of bromhexine HCl. 6. Bodrex Herbal CoughThis medicine is useful for relieving coughs and clearing the throat. Each 15 ml of Bodrex Herbal Batuk syrup contains 200 mg of cinnamon root, 500 mg of thymi, 150 mg of kencur, 150 mg of betel leaf, 100 mg of sembung leaf, 150 mg of lime, 450 mg of ginger, 150 mg of nutmeg, 1,000 mg of honey, 200 mg Javanese chili, 7.5 mg oil peppermint. In addition, there are sodium benzoate, sodium saccharin, acesulfame-K, menthol, peppermint flavor, and caramel in Bodrex Herbal Batuk. 7. Bodrex Herbal HeadacheThis drug is useful for relieving headaches. Each film-coated tablet contains 200 mg feverfew extract (tanacetum parthenium herb), 50 mg willow bark extract (salix alba cortex), and 136 mg guarana extract (Paulina cupana fructus). The combination of paracetamol and caffeine is not recommended for use by pregnant women or nursing mothers. Here are some things you need to pay attention to before taking Bodrex: The following is a breakdown of the general dosage of Bodrex by product variant: 1. BodrexCondition: Headache, toothache, or fever 2. Bodrex ExtraCondition: Headache 3. Bodrex MigraCondition: Migraine 4. Bodrex Flu and PE CoughCondition: Flu, fever, headache, stuffy nose, or sneezing accompanied by a cough without phlegm 5. Bodrex Flu and Cough with PECondition: Flu, fever, headache, stuffy nose, or sneezing accompanied by coughing up phlegm 6. Bodrex Herbal CoughCondition: Cough 7. Bodrex Herbal HeadacheCondition: Headache Take Bodrex according to the information stated on the package or consult the use of Bodrex with a doctor. This product is only consumed when needed and is not intended for long-term consumption. Do not increase the dose or duration of use of the drug without the doctor's instructions. Bodrex can be taken before or after meals. Take Bodrex with a glass of water. Bodrex in the form of tablets or caplets needs to be consumed whole. Do not bite, chew, or crush the medicine. Bodrex in the form of syrup needs to be consumed according to the dosage container so that the dose is right. Meanwhile, Bodrex is in syrup form inside sachet can be consumed directly or mixed into tea first. If you forget to take Bodrex, take the drug immediately if the time lag with the next dose is not too close. If it is close, ignore it and do not double the dose. Store Bodrex in its packaging in a dry and cool place. Keep medicine out of reach of children. The effect of drug interactions that can occur if Bodrex is used with other drugs depends on the variant or type, because each variant contains a different drug or combination of drugs. Bodrex Flu and Dry Cough PE should not be used together with MAOI drugs, because they can increase the risk of a hypertensive crisis. Bodrex Extra which contains a combination of paracetamol, caffeine, and ibuprofen should not be used with lithium or methotrexate because it can increase the risk of drug poisoning. The risk of liver damage may increase if you drink alcohol with Bodrex. In addition, because the main ingredient of Bodrex is paracetamol, the risk of liver damage will also increase if Bodrex is taken with leflunomide or lopitamide. To prevent drug interactions, always consult your doctor if you plan to take Bodrex with any medications, herbal products or supplements. Side effects that can occur after consuming Bodrex depend on the type or variant of the product consumed. The combination of paracetamol and caffeine in Bodrex rarely causes side effects if consumed according to the instructions for use listed on the packaging. For the Bodrex Extra variant, some of the side effects that can occur are as follows: In addition, for the Bodrex Flu and Dry Cough variants, side effects can occur in the form of tremors, restlessness, nausea, dry mouth, or difficulty sleeping. Check with your doctor if these side effects don't get better or get worse. You should also see a doctor immediately if you experience an allergic reaction to the drug after taking Bodrex.What is Bodrex
group Limited over-the-counter drugs Category Anti-fever and painkillers (antipyretic-analgesic) Consumed by Children aged >6 years to adults Bodrex for pregnant and lactating mothers Category N: Not categorized. Drug form Tablets, caplets and syrups Warning Before Taking Bodrex
Dosage and Instructions for Use Bodrex
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Bodrex Interactions with Other Drugs
Bodrex Side Effects and Dangers