Brovent is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup. Other than this, Brovent has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Brovent is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Brovent include Throat Irritation, Constipation, Heartburn. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Brovent as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Brovent go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Brovent's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Brovent related warnings talks about Brovent's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Brovent can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Brovent in conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding. The section on Brovent contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Brovent may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Brovent is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Brovent is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Brovent is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Brovent safe for pregnant women?
Brovent has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Brovent without medical advice.
Is the use of Brovent safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Brovent. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Brovent on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Brovent on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Brovent on the Liver?
Side effects of Brovent rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Brovent on the Heart?
Brovent is rarely harmful for the heart.
Brovent should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Brovent unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Brovent habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Brovent is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Brovent
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Brovent together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Brovent
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Brovent.
Yes, Brovent help in providing relief from cough, chest tightness and wheezing in asthma and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) which is caused by narrowing of the airways.
No, Brovent does not cause nosebleed (epistaxis) at regular doses. If you are experiencing nose bleed after taking this drug, then please consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Brovent causes drowsiness or dizziness but it occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug. Do not take up activities such as driving while taking this drug.
Yes, Brovent affects the blood pressure and can cause low blood pressure (hypotension) but this occurs only in a few cases who are taking more than recommended doses.
On getting symptomatic relief with Brovent its recommended to check with your doctor once before discontinuing this drug.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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