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Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup, Pack of 1 Syrup
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Written By Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta ,
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup is used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It helps to relieve symptoms like coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath. It contains Salbutamol, which relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. It makes breathing easier by widening the airways. It may cause common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, restlessness, tremor (shakiness), headache, muscle tightness, dryness or soreness of the throat, dizziness, sleepiness, palpitations (irregular heartbeat), nasal congestion (stuffy nose), cough, and increased heart rate. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

SALBUTAMOL-2MG/5ML

Manufacturer/Marketer :

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Consume Type :

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About Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup

Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup is used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup helps to relieve symptoms like coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath. Asthma is a breathing problem in which airways narrow, swell and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing. COPD is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of your bronchial tubes).

Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup contains 'Salbutamol,' which is a β₂ adrenergic receptor agonist. It relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup makes breathing easier by widening the airways.

Your doctor will advise on how often you take Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup based on your medical condition. The common side effects of Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup include nausea, vomiting, restlessness, tremor (shakiness), headache, muscle tightness, dryness or soreness of the throat, dizziness, sleepiness, palpitations (irregular heartbeat), nasal congestion (stuffy nose), cough, and increased heart rate. Most of these side effects of Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, please seek medical help.

Brief your medical history if you have any heart, liver or kidney diseases, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), stomach ulcer, seizure (fits), high blood pressure and diabetes before taking Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup. Bronchodilators like Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup can cause a rise in blood sugar levels. Hence, diabetic patients should monitor their blood glucose levels and use this medicine only with a doctor's advice. Bronchodilators also cause hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in the blood) in some patients, leading to severe heart diseases, so Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup should be cautiously administered. Please check with your doctor if you are pregnant, currently breastfeeding, or taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup as it can worsen your sleepiness. Try not to stop taking this medicine on your own.

Uses of Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup

Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup is used in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Asthma, wheezing, breathlessness, and coughing. The detailed uses of Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup are as follows:<br/>• Asthma Relief: Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup is widely prescribed to ease asthma symptoms by relaxing airway muscles, making breathing easier during an attack.<br/>• Managing COPD: Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup helps alleviate wheezing and breathlessness in individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), improving overall lung function.<br/>• Preventing Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm: Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup is taken before physical activity, it helps prevent breathing difficulties triggered by exercise, ensuring smoother airflow.<br/>

Directions for Use

• Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.• Swallow Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup as a whole with a glass of water.• Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup is a bronchodilator which contains Salbutamol. It helps treat respiratory problems like asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and chronic bronchitis. It works by relaxing and widening the lungs' airways, making it easier to breathe, especially in asthma and COPD patients. It is generally a long-term treatment.

How Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup Works

Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup contains 'Salbutamol,' which is a β₂ adrenergic receptor agonist. It relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup makes breathing easier by widening the airways.

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Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
Side effects of Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup
Here are the steps to manage medication-triggered tremors or involuntary shaking:
  • Notify your doctor immediately if you experience tremors or involuntary shaking after taking medication or adjusting your medication regimen.
  • Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen or recommend alternative techniques like relaxation, meditation, or journaling to alleviate tremor symptoms.
  • Your doctor may direct you to practice stress-reducing techniques, such as deep breathing exercises, yoga, or journaling.
  • Regular physical activity, such as walking or jogging, can help reduce anxiety and alleviate tremor symptoms.
  • Your doctor may recommend lifestyle changes, such as avoiding caffeine, getting enough sleep, and staying hydrated, to help manage tremors.
  • Maintain regular follow-up appointments with your doctor to monitor tremor symptoms and adjust treatment plans as needed.
  • Regular exercise increases nitric oxide, relaxing blood vessels and improving circulation.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption as they can damage blood vessels and worsen vasodilation.
  • Foods high in omega-3 fatty acids such as walnuts, flaxseeds and fatty fish improve cardiovascular health and lower inflammation.
  • Limit the amount of salt in your regular diet.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
Here's a comprehensive approach to managing medication-triggered fever:
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you experience a fever after starting a new medication.
  • Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen or dosage as needed to minimize fever symptoms.
  • Monitor your body temperature to monitor fever progression.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water or electrolyte-rich beverages, to help your body regulate temperature.
  • Get plenty of rest and engage in relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing or meditation, to help manage fever symptoms.
  • Under the guidance of your doctor, consider taking medication, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, to help reduce fever.
  • If your fever is extremely high (over 103°F), or if you experience severe symptoms such as confusion, seizures, or difficulty breathing, seek immediate medical attention.
To prevent, manage, and treat Constipation caused by medication usage, follow these steps:
  • Preventing Vomiting (Before it Happens)
  • Take medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This can help minimize side effects, including vomiting.
  • Having a small meal before taking your medication can help reduce nausea and vomiting.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication along with your prescribed medication.
  • Managing Vomiting (If it Happens)
  • Try taking ginger in the form of tea, ale, or candy to help alleviate nausea and vomiting.
  • What to Do if Vomiting Persists
  • Consult your doctor if vomiting continues or worsens, consult the doctor for guidance on adjusting your medication or additional treatment.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.

What if I have taken an overdose of Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor beforehand if you have any heart, liver, kidney diseases, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), stomach ulcer, seizure (fits), high blood pressure and diabetes before taking Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup. Bronchodilators also cause hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in the blood) in some patients, leading to severe heart diseases, so Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup should be cautiously administered. Also, let your doctor know if you plan to become pregnant or are already pregnant and a lactating mother, since Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup may cause cleft palate and limb defects in newborns when used by pregnant women. Drinking alcohol can worsen your sleepiness and affect your mental ability when you are being treated with Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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SalbutamolPapaverine
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SalbutamolPenbutolol
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SalbutamolPapaverine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup:
The combined use of Papaverine and Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm which can be severe. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Papaverine and Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
SalbutamolPenbutolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup:
Coadministration of Penbutolol and Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup can reduce the effects of both medications and can cause narrowing of the airways.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Penbutolol and Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience Coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and high-pitched breathing, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SalbutamolTimolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup:
Co-administration of Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup with timolol can increase the risk of narrowing of the airways.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup and timolol together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience Coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and high-pitched breathing, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SalbutamolLabetalol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup:
Co-administration of Salbutaml with Labetalol, the effectiveness of Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup might be reduced.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Labetalol and Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
SalbutamolLevobunolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup:
Using levobunolol and Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup together can reduce the benefits of both drugs and can cause narrowing of the airways.

How to manage the interaction:
The combined use of levobunolol and Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. Don't forget to inform if you have any history of asthma, or severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
SalbutamolPropranolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup:
Using propranolol and Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup together can reduce the effects or increase the risk of narrowing of the airways.

How to manage the interaction:
The combined use of propranolol and Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup can lead to an interaction, but they can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
SalbutamolPindolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup:
Using pindolol and Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup together can increase the risk of narrowing of the airways.

How to manage the interaction:
The combined use of pindolol and Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience Coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and high-pitched breathing, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SalbutamolMifepristone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup:
Coadministration of mifepristone and Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm which can be severe. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup with mifepristone together is avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SalbutamolCarvedilol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup:
Coadministration of Carvedilol and Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup may reduce the effects of both medications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Carvedilol and Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup, they can be taken if your doctor advises. Consult your doctor if you experience shortness of breath, chest pain or any difficulties in breathing. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take the medication as directed by the doctor and at regular intervals. Do not use other over-the-counter medications, herbal remedies, or vitamin supplements without informing your pharmacist or doctor when you take Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup.
  • Know the triggers that make your asthma severe, such as allergens, pollen, dust, and food items.
  • Quit smoking and avoid passive smoking. Smoking also reduces the effectiveness of the medicine.
  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system.
  • Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.

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BRONCHODILATOR

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup to avoid unpleasant side-effects like drowsiness, dizziness, or sleepiness. It may also lead to a life-threatening condition like coma if taken with excessive alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

There is limited data on how Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before starting Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup.

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Driving

Unsafe

Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup usually causes dizziness, drowsiness, muscle cramps and visual disturbances which may affect their ability to drive or operate machinery. So, do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel sleepy or dizzy after taking Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup. Tell your doctor if you get these types of side effects.

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Liver

Caution

Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup.

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Kidney

Caution

Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup.

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Children

Caution

Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup is not recommended for children under 2 years of age. However, it can be given to children 2-12 years of age only if the doctor has prescribed it.

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FAQs

Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup is used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup helps to relieve symptoms like coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath.

Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup contains &#039;Salbutamol,&#039; a bronchodilator. Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup treats asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) by relaxing the muscles in the airways and increasing airflow to the lungs.

Bronchodilators like Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup should be cautiously used only under a doctor&#039;s supervision if you have any heart, liver, kidney diseases, hypokalaemia, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), stomach ulcer, seizure (fits), high blood pressure, and diabetes.

Bronchodilators can cause a rise in blood glucose levels. Hence monitor your blood glucose levels if you have diabetes and inform your doctor so that the dose can be adjusted accordingly. Your diabetologist may adjust your insulin dose or prescribe alternate diabetic medication based on your condition.

Bronchodilators may cause central nervous system stimulation, hence Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup is cautiously recommended for use in seizures as it might worsen your condition.

Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup can cause hypokalaemia in some patients leading to cardiovascular effects. Please consult your doctor before taking Brosol 2mg/5ml Syrup if you are a hypokalaemia patient or more susceptible to it.

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MPharma., PhD

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Jul 18, 2025 | 6:33 AM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/asthma/symptoms-causes/syc-20369653
  2. https://www.healthline.com/health/copd
  3. https://www.hpra.ie/img/uploaded/swedocuments/2183658.PPA1151_074_001.d4392a80-d4d2-499f-8263-ba9c25977af3.000001Salamol%20PIL.161018.pdf
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