Bricanyl 5mg Tablet is used to relieve symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) such as coughing, wheezing and breathlessness. It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe. You can take Bricanyl 5mg Tablet with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Try to take it at the same time each day. It is important to keep taking this medicine until your doctor tells you not to. Use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it even if you feel well. Bricanyl 5mg Tablet is generally safe with little or no side effects. However, it may cause headache, fast heart rate, trembling, or muscle cramps in some people. These side effects are not often dangerous and should gradually improve as your body gets used to this medicine. There are other, rarer, side effects and you should call your doctor straight away if you get chest pain, a very bad headache, or very bad dizziness. Before using Bricanyl 5mg Tabletl, you should tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure, an overactive thyroid gland, a history of heart problems, diabetes, or low levels of potassium in your blood to make sure it is safe. Also, make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medicine. Because this medicine can make you feel dizzy or shaky, do not drive, cycle, or use tools or machinery until you feel better. You should not smoke as it causes damage to your lungs and will make your condition worse.

• Palpitations
• Muscle weakness
• Decreased potassium level in blood
• Trembling

• Q. Q. How does Bricanyl 5mg Tablet work??
  Ans: Bricanyl 5mg Tablet works by widening the air passages in your lungs so that air can flow into your lungs more freely. Bricanyl 5mg Tablet helps to relieve symptoms of asthma like coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath, particularly at night.
• Q. Q. How should I take Bricanyl 5mg Tablet??
  Ans: Bricanyl 5mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Bricanyl 5mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day to reduce the chances of a missed dose.
• Q. Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Bricanyl 5mg Tablet??
  Ans: If you forget a dose of Bricanyl 5mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose on the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
• Q. Q. What would happen if I take higher than the recommended dose of Bricanyl 5mg Tablet??
  Ans: Taking a higher than the recommended dose of Bricanyl 5mg Tablet may cause seizures, chest pain, nervousness, headache, dry mouth, nausea, dizziness and lack of energy. High doses of Bricanyl 5mg Tablet may also cause fast, irregular or pounding heartbeat, uncontrollable shaking of any part of the body, and difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. In any such case, seek immediate medical attention.
• Q. Q. Is it safe to take Bricanyl 5mg Tablet if I have heart disease??
  Ans: Yes, Bricanyl 5mg Tablet is considered safe, but its use depends on the severity of your heart problem. If you experience chest pain or any other symptom of worsening heart disease while taking Bricanyl 5mg Tablet, seek immediate medical advice.
• Q. Q. Being a diabetic, what should I remember while taking Bricanyl 5mg Tablet??
  Ans: Bricanyl 5mg Tablet may cause blood sugar levels to rise. Therefore, your doctor may adjust your dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines. Keep a regular check on your blood glucose levels and do not miss any dose. Consult your doctor if you experience a sudden rise in blood sugar levels.
• Q. Q. I have started using Bricanyl 5mg Tablet and I am experiencing headaches and shakiness. Is this because of Bricanyl 5mg Tablet and will these go away??
  Ans: Yes, it could be due to Bricanyl 5mg Tablet. Feeling shaky is a common side effect of Bricanyl 5mg Tablet which goes away after some time. For headaches, drink plenty of water, get sufficient rest and avoid alcohol. Usually, headaches go away after a week. If they persist for a long time, contact your doctor.

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