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Abrilar is a natural expectorant syrup produced from the Hedera helix plant, indicated for coughs as it helps to make the phlegm more liquid, facilitating its elimination. In addition, this syrup relaxes the muscles of the bronchi, improving breathing capacity, reducing the symptoms of shortness of breath caused by inflammation of the airways.
This syrup can be found in pharmacies or drugstores, containing 7 mg of Herdera helix for every 1 mL of syrup, sold in 100 or 200 mL bottles.
Abrilar syrup can be used by adults or children over 2 years of age and must be used with medical indication, in doses and for the duration of treatment recommended by the doctor.
What is it for
Abrilar syrup is indicated for the treatment of symptoms of inflammation of the airways, with increased production of phlegm or that cause spasms of the pulmonary bronchi, being therefore used in cases of cough with phlegm, bronchitis, flu or pneumonia, for example, in both adults and children.
This remedy helps to eliminate phlegm more easily and relax the bronchial muscles, relieving the symptoms of inflammation of the airways and should be used with medical advice.
How to take it
Abrilar syrup must be used orally, and the dose must be measured using the measuring cup provided in the package.
Typically recommended doses of Abrilar syrup vary by age, and include:
- Children between 2 and 7 years: the normally recommended dose is 2.5 mL of Abrilar syrup, 3 times a day, or as directed by the pediatrician;
- Children over 7 years: the normally recommended dose is 5 mL of Abrilar syrup, 3 times a day, or as directed by the pediatrician;
- Adults: the normally recommended dose is 7.5 mL of Abrilar syrup, 3 times a day, or as directed by your doctor.
The treatment time with Abrilar syrup varies according to the intensity of the symptoms, but it is usually necessary to use it for at least 1 week, and should be continued for 2 to 3 days after the symptoms subside or as directed by the doctor. doctor.
Possible side effects
The most frequent side effect of using this syrup is the appearance of diarrhea, due to the presence of sorbitol in its formula. In addition, there may still be a slight feeling of nausea.
Intake of higher than recommended doses can cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Who should not use
Abrilar syrup should not be used by children under 2 years of age or people who are allergic to any of the components present in the formula.
Furthermore, this syrup should only be used on pregnant or breastfeeding women if recommended by a doctor.
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