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Onimex Expectorant

Written By Dr. Mayank, Pharm.D
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS
Last updated on 14 Nov 2025 | 11:27 AM (IST)
Onimex Expectorant is used in the treatment of cough with mucus. It thins mucus in the nose, windpipe and lungs, making it easier to cough out. It also provides relief from runny nose, sneezing, itching, and watery eyes.
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General Information

Contains

Ambroxol (30mg)+ Guaifenesin (200mg)

Marketer

Emcee Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C
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Product introduction

Onimex Expectorant is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, rash, and stomach upset. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make sleepiness worse.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

Uses of Onimex Expectorant

Benefits of Onimex Expectorant

Cough with mucus
Onimex Expectorant gives relief from cough with mucus. It helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes breathing easy and reduces the frequency of coughing. Onimex Expectorant will also relieve allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation. Along with medications, drink enough luke warm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.

Side effects of Onimex Expectorant

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 Onimex
  • Indigestion
  • Bloating
  • Rash
  • Upper abdominal pain
  • Urticaria
  • Itching
  • Sweating
  • Changes in serum aminotransferase levels
  • Tremors
  • Increased heart rate
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Headache

How to use Onimex Expectorant

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Onimex Expectorant may be taken with or without food.

How Onimex Expectorant works

Onimex Expectorant is a combination of two medicines:

Quick tips

  • Drink warm water to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
  • Take this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than recommended.
  • In general, most coughs do not last more than 2 weeks. If your cough does last longer than this, then it's better to consult your doctor.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers or asthma.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Onimex Expectorant. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Onimex Expectorant during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Onimex Expectorant during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Onimex Expectorant alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Onimex Expectorant in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Onimex Expectorant in these patients.
Liver

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Onimex Expectorant in patients with liver disease.
Limited information is available on the use of Onimex Expectorant in these patients.

Frequently asked questions

Onimex Expectorant is used to treat cough with thick mucus (phlegm). Ambroxol in Onimex Expectorant makes mucus thinner and easier to cough up, while guaifenesin in Onimex Expectorant helps clear mucus from your chest.
You should avoid taking Onimex Expectorant if you have allergies to ambroxol or guaifenesin, severe heart disease, peptic ulcers, severe kidney problems, or a history of kidney stones. It should also not be used in infants under 6 months without a doctor’s advice.
No, Onimex Expectorant is for treating coughs with thick, sticky mucus (wet cough). It does not work for dry coughs without phlegm.
Serious side effects of Onimex Expectorant are rare, but can include allergic reactions like rash, swelling, or difficulty breathing. However, Onimex Expectorant overdose may cause severe drowsiness, dizziness, vomiting, or a rapid heartbeat. Seek medical help immediately if you experience any of these symptoms.
You should stop using Onimex Expectorant, and contact your doctor if your cough is very severe, lasts more than a week, is associated with high fever, breathing difficulty, or if you notice swelling, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of more serious underlying health issues, and you may need a different treatment.

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References

  1. ScienceDirect. Guaifenesin. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
  2. European Medicne Agency. Revised assessment report: Ambroxol. 2015. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
  3. PubChem. Guaifenesin. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
  4. ScienceDirect. Ambroxol and bromhexine. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
  5. MedIndia. Ambroxol+Guaifenesin. [Accessed 19 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Name: Emcee Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: DB-107, Ground Floor, Sector-I, Salt Lake City, Kolkata- 700064

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