Briolite Suspension

Composition of Briolite Suspension

Briolite Suspension contains Montelukast (4mg/5ml) + Levocetirizine (2.5mg/5ml). It belongs to the Mucolytic, Expectorant, Bronchodilator class of medicines.

Uses of Briolite Suspension

Briolite Syrup is used in the treatment of sneezing and runny nose due to allergies.

Key benefits

• Relieves cough
• facilitates mucus clearance
• improves breathing
• reduces chest congestion

How Briolite Suspension works

Briolite Syrup is a combination of two medicines: Levocetirizine and Montelukast, which relieves sneezing and runny nose due to allergies. Levocetirizine is an antiallergic which blocks a chemical messenger (histamine) responsible for runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist. It works by blocking another chemical messenger (leukotriene). This reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose, and improves symptoms.

How to take Briolite Suspension

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. Briolite Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause severe drowsiness, a fast heartbeat, confusion and, in children, agitation and fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Briolite Suspension

Most side effects of Briolite are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Nausea
• vomiting
• dizziness
• headache
• rash

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Briolite Suspension

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in patients with asthma, liver or kidney disease. Not recommended for use in children under 2 years without medical advice.

Do not take Briolite if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. The sedating antihistamines are not suitable for very young children, or for people with glaucoma or an enlarged prostate, without medical advice.

Interactions with other medicines

May interact with other bronchodilators, sedatives, and certain antidepressants.

How to store Briolite Suspension

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Briolite Suspension

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Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

INCITE

Therapeutic class:

Cough Suppressant and Expectorant

Drug class:

Mucolytic, Expectorant, Bronchodilator