Grilinctus-BM

Syrup · Franco-Indian
PRESCRIPTION MEDICINE

Grilinctus-BM is a syrup made by Franco-Indian that contains Bromhexine + Terbutaline. It combines Bromhexine: mucus thinner and Terbutaline: bronchodilator.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Bromhexinesee pack
Terbutalinesee pack

Bromhexine

Mucus thinner

What it is used for

Loosens thick phlegm in chesty cough.

How it works

A mucus thinner that is converted to ambroxol in the body; for chesty coughs.

How to take it

Usually 8 to 16 mg three times a day after food. Drink fluids.

Common side effects

  • Nausea
  • Stomach upset
  • Dizziness

Get medical help straight away if

  • Severe skin reaction (rare)
  • Wheeze

Be careful

Can upset the stomach.

Other medicines and interactions

Do not combine with cough suppressants for a wet cough.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Avoid in early pregnancy and while breastfeeding unless advised.

Terbutaline

Bronchodilator

What it is used for

Opens the airways in cough with wheeze and asthma.

How it works

A short-acting bronchodilator, often in syrups with mucus thinners; inhalers work better with fewer side effects.

How to take it

As syrup or tablets three times a day as directed.

Common side effects

  • Tremor
  • Palpitations
  • Headache
  • Nervousness

Get medical help straight away if

  • Chest pain
  • Very fast heartbeat
  • Breathing not improving

Be careful

Can cause shaking or a fast heartbeat.

Other medicines and interactions

Beta blockers block it; low potassium with steroids and diuretics.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Used in pregnancy only on a doctor's advice.

Common questions

What is Grilinctus-BM?

Grilinctus-BM is a syrup by Franco-Indian containing Bromhexine + Terbutaline.

What is Grilinctus-BM used for?

Loosens thick phlegm in chesty cough. Opens the airways in cough with wheeze and asthma.

How should I take Grilinctus-BM?

Usually 8 to 16 mg three times a day after food. Drink fluids. As syrup or tablets three times a day as directed. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Grilinctus-BM?

Common side effects include: Nausea, stomach upset, dizziness, Tremor, palpitations, headache, nervousness. Get medical help straight away for: Severe skin reaction (rare), wheeze, Chest pain, very fast heartbeat, breathing not improving.

Does Grilinctus-BM need a prescription?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Can I take Grilinctus-BM in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Avoid in early pregnancy and while breastfeeding unless advised. Used in pregnancy only on a doctor's advice.

What are the substitutes for Grilinctus-BM?

We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.