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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Barkeit Tablet is primarily used to treat a cough with mucus. It contains Guaifenesin. Barkeit Tablet works by reducing the thickness of mucus in the air passages; this makes it easier to cough up the mucus and clear the airways. Common side effects of Barkeit Tablet are nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhoea, itchy rash, and hypersensitivity.

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Composition :

GUAIFENESIN-200MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sanzyme Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Barkeit Tablet

Barkeit Tablet belongs to the class of medications called expectorants primarily used to treat a cough with mucus. A sudden expulsion of air through the large breathing passages can help clear them of fluids, irritants, foreign particles, and microbes. There are two types of coughs, namely: dry cough and chesty cough (wet cough). A dry cough is tickly and doesn't produce any vicious or thick mucus, while a chesty cough (wet cough) means mucous or sputum is produced to help clear your airways. Barkeit Tablet is mainly used for the treatment of wet cough.

Barkeit Tablet contains 'Guaifenesin'. Barkeit Tablet works by reducing the thickness of mucus in the air passages, this makes it easier to cough up the mucus and clear the airways.

Take Barkeit Tablet as recommended. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Barkeit Tablet based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, itchy rash, and hypersensitivity. Most of these side effects of Barkeit Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Barkeit Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Barkeit Tablet is not recommended for children below 2 years of age, as the safety and effectiveness were not established. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Barkeit Tablet . If you are about to undergo any surgery that requires anaesthesia, please inform your doctor that you are taking Barkeit Tablet . Drink plenty of fluids while taking Barkeit Tablet to loosen mucus. If you have diabetes, asthma, overactive thyroid, porphyria, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), kidney, liver, or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Barkeit Tablet . 

Uses of Barkeit Tablet

Barkeit Tablet is used to treat cough with mucus. The detailed uses of Barkeit Tablet are as follows:

  • Common Cold and Chest Congestion: Barkeit Tablet helps loosen and thin mucus, making it easier to cough up.
  • Bronchitis and Respiratory Conditions: Barkeit Tablet aids in clearing mucus buildup in cases of acute bronchitis and beneficial for other breathing illnesses that cause excessive mucus production.

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Directions for Use

  • Barkeit Tablet can be taken with or without food.
  • It is usually taken every 4 hours or as advised by your doctor.
  • Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup provided by the pack.
  • Shake the bottle well before use. Do not use household spoons for measuring.

Key Benefits

Barkeit Tablet contains 'Guaifenesin', which belongs to the class of medications called expectorants primarily used to treat a cough with mucus. Barkeit Tablet works by reducing the thickness of mucus in the air passages, this makes it easier to cough up the mucus and clear the airways.

How Barkeit Tablet Works

Barkeit Tablet contains 'Guaifenesin'. Barkeit Tablet works by reducing congestion and facilitating breathing by thinning and relaxing mucus in the airways.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Barkeit Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Barkeit Tablet is not recommended for children below 2 years of age, as the safety and effectiveness were not established. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Barkeit Tablet . If you are about to undergo any surgery that requires anaesthesia, please inform your doctor that you are taking Barkeit Tablet . Drink plenty of fluids while taking Barkeit Tablet to loosen mucus. If you have diabetes, asthma, overactive thyroid, porphyria, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), kidney, liver, or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Barkeit Tablet . Barkeit Tablet is not recommended for use in patients taking cough suppressants since they have opposite effects. Coadministration of these medicines may result in severe adverse effects and worsen the patient's condition. Barkeit Tablet may cause dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities, such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery, if you experience dizziness during treatment with this medicine. Tell your doctor if you smoke and if you have or have ever had a cough that occurs with a large amount of phlegm (mucus) or if you have or have ever had a breathing problem such as asthma, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis. If you are taking the dissolving granules, tell your doctor if you are on a low-magnesium diet or have kidney disease.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Barkeit Tablet:
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How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Barkeit Tablet with Procarbazine can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid dairy products such as milk, as they may increase mucus production. Also, avoid processed or refined foods to relieve cough. Instead, replace baked foods, fried foods, white bread, white pasta, French fries, sugary desserts, and chips with green leafy vegetables.
  • Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dry throat while you have a cough and loosen mucus.
  • Avoid citrus fruits, as they may worsen the cough. Eat fruits rich in water, such as pears, watermelon, peaches, and pineapples.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[EXPECTORANT AND COUGH PRODUCTS]

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

The interaction of alcohol with Barkeit Tablet is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Barkeit Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

The safety of Barkeit Tablet in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Barkeit Tablet is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this Barkeit Tablet . If the Barkeit Tablet is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesired side effects.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Barkeit Tablet may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Barkeit Tablet .

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Take Barkeit Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Take Barkeit Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Barkeit Tablet is not recommended for children below 2 years of age. However, please consult a doctor before using Barkeit Tablet in children.

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Heart

Take Barkeit Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of heart diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Barkeit Tablet can be used in the elderly when prescribed by a doctor. If you have any concerns about using Barkeit Tablet , please consult a doctor.

FAQs

Barkeit Tablet is used to treat cough with mucus.

Barkeit Tablet works by reducing the thickness of mucus in the air passages, this makes it easier to cough up the mucus and clear the airways.

Common side effects of Barkeit Tablet include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, itchy rash, hypersensitivity. Most of these side effects of Barkeit Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

You are recommended to take Barkeit Tablet for as long as your doctor has recommended it. However, if the symptoms persist or worsen with rash, fever, or persistent headache after one week of using Barkeit Tablet , please consult your doctor.

Barkeit Tablet is not recommended for use in patients taking dextromethorphan (cough suppressant) since they have opposite effects. Coadministration of these medicines may result in severe adverse effects and worsen the patient's condition.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

PO Bag No. : 1014, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad ? 500034
Other Info - BAR0013

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