Brethnol Plus Syrup


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Bangalore Antibiotics & Biologicals Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient Choline Theophyllinate (60mg/5ml) + Salbutamol (2mg/5ml)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassRESPIRATORY
User Rating4.8
User Reviews595

FAQ

Question
What if you forget to take Brethnol Plus?
If you miss a dose of Brethnol Plus, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Answer

Brethnol Plus Syrup Reviews

Brethnol Plus is a combination medicine used to treat asthma. It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe.

Brethnol Plus is taken 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, stomach pain, restlessness, tremors, headache, palpitations, increased heart rate, and muscle cramp. 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. It may cause sleepiness and dizziness, 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 worsen your sleepiness.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

How Brethnol Plus Syrup Works

Brethnol Plus is a combination of two medicines:.

How to Use Brethnol Plus Syrup

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. Brethnol Plus is to be taken empty stomach. Avoid Brethnol Plus with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.

Uses of Brethnol Plus Syrup

  • Treatment of Asthma

Brethnol Plus Syrup Side Effects

Item form

Safety Tips

Driving  UNSAFE
Brethnol Plus may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Brethnol Plus may cause side effects such as dizziness, increased or uneven heart rate, muscle cramps or muscle pain. This may affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Brethnol Plus is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Brethnol Plus may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Brethnol Plus in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Brethnol Plus. Please consult your doctor.
Liver  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Brethnol Plus in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

  • Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.
  • You have been prescribed Brethnol Plus for the treatment of asthma.
  • Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to make sure that you are taking the right dose.
  • It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Always keep a fast-acting (rescue) inhaler with you.
  • Your doctor may regularly monitor your  blood potassium levels. Inform your doctor if you notice muscle twitching or weakness, or an irregular heartbeat.
  • It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Always keep a fast-acting (rescue) inhaler with you.
  • It should be taken at the same time each day, preferably in the evening after food.
  • You have been prescribed Brethnol Plus for the treatment of asthma.
  • It should be taken at the same time each day, preferably in the evening after food.
  • Your doctor may regularly monitor your  blood potassium levels. Inform your doctor if you notice muscle twitching or weakness, or an irregular heartbeat.
  • Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.
  • Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to make sure that you are taking the right dose.

References

  1. Drugs.com. Choline Theophyllinate.
  2. PubChem. Choline Theophyllinate.
  3. Salbutamol. Stockley Park West Uxbridge: Glaxo Wellcome UK Ltd.; 2005 [revised 5 Feb. 2015].
  4. ScienceDirect. Salbutamol/Albuterol.

Other Medical Preparations