Brethmol 2mg/5ml Syrup

Brethmol 2mg/5ml Syrup is used to relieve symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (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 Brethmol 2mg/5ml Syrup 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.

This medicine is generally safe however it may cause tremors, headaches, palpitation, fast heart rate, and muscle cramps in some people. These are often not dangerous and should gradually improve as your body gets used to the 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 this medicine, 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. This medicine can make you feel dizzy or shaky so avoid driving, cycling, or using tools or machinery until you feel better. You should not smoke as it causes damage to your lungs and will make your condition worse.

• Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Bronchodilators like Brethmol 2mg/5ml Syrup help the airways in your lungs stay open. They work by relaxing the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.

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 Usal

• Tremors
• Headache
• Palpitations
• Increased heart rate
• Muscle cramp

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. Brethmol 2mg/5ml Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Brethmol 2mg/5ml Syrup is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.

• Brethmol 2mg/5ml Syrup is used to relieve symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) such as coughing, wheezing and breathlessness.
• It must be taken regularly to help keep the airways open at all times.
• Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood potassium levels. Inform your doctor if you notice muscle twitching, weakness, or an irregular heartbeat.
• Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart diseases or if you experience headaches, or chest pain.
• It must be taken regularly to help keep the airways open at all times.
• Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood potassium levels. Inform your doctor if you notice muscle twitching, weakness, or an irregular heartbeat.
• Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart diseases or if you experience headaches, or chest pain.

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