PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Bronac Injection is an antidote medication. It is used in the treatment of paracetamol overdose (when you may have taken too much paracetamol medicine). It protects your liver and helps to reduce the extent of the injury.
Bronac Injection is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor. It must be injected within 8 hours of paracetamol overdose. It can be given up to 24 hours, but medicine effective slow down when given after 24 hours of dosage overdose. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Always follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine.
The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, urticaria, flushing, and itching. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.
Before taking this medicine let your doctor know if you suffer from asthma, as close monitoring is required while taking this medicine. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
USES OF BRONAC INJECTION
- Treatment of Paracetamol toxicity
BENEFITS OF BRONAC INJECTION
Bronac Injection is an antidote medicine that prevents serious side effects if a person has taken more than the normal or recommended amount of a medicine called paracetamol which leads to an overdose. Initially, there may be mild gastrointestinal symptoms like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, irritability, etc. But, if left untreated, paracetamol overdose may cause serious liver damage, which may even lead to liver failure. Rarely, an excessive overdose may lead to a coma. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the most benefit from this medication.
SIDE EFFECTS OF BRONAC INJECTION
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Bronac
- Rash
- Red spots or bumps
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Itching
HOW TO USE BRONAC INJECTION
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
HOW BRONAC INJECTION WORKS
Bronac Injection is an antidote for paracetamol poisoning. It works by increasing the level of glutathione, an antioxidant that neutralises the toxic products of paracetamol.
SAFETY ADVICE
Pregnancy
Bronac Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast Feeding
Bronac Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Liver
Bronac Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Bronac Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
Consuming alcohol with Bronac Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Driving
Bronac Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE BRONAC INJECTION?
If you miss a dose of Bronac Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick tips
- Bronac Injection is used for the treatment of paracetamol overdose (when you may have taken too much paracetamol).
- It protects the liver from damage by the high levels of paracetamol.
- It is very effective when given during the first 8 hours following paracetamol overdose. The effectiveness is reduced with time but it can still help when given within 24 hours.
FAQs
Q. Is Bronac Injection good for liver?
Yes, Bronac Injection is good for the liver. It improves liver function and activity in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. It also prevents liver from toxic agents which can damage the liver. Additionally, it also prevents liver from damage in cases of drug overdose like paracetamol, etc.
Q. Does Bronac Injection affect blood pressure?
Yes, Bronac Injection by acting through various mechanism prevents the rise of blood pressure and maintains the normal functioning of the body. There are reports which show that Bronac Injection can prevent damage to the inner lining of the blood vessels of the body, which will maintain the elasticity and vitality of the blood vessels. It also increases the antioxidants levels in the body hence preventing the body from oxidative damage.
Q. Does Bronac Injection help anxiety?
There is no concrete evidence that Bronac Injection can be used alone in the treatment of anxiety disorder. However, in some reports, it is shown that Bronac Injection provides benefit by acting as an antioxidant. This property prove to be beneficial in psychiatric and neurological conditions when added to the normal treatment of the particular disorder. Do not take this medication without consulting your doctor. Contact the doctor for any query if you feel anxious.
Q. Is Bronac Injection good for kidneys?
Yes, Bronac Injection is beneficial when used in patients with impaired kidney functions. It is also used to prevent or minimize the damage caused by the use of contrast during investigations like CT scan or other body scans.
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