Abrilar is a natural expectorant syrup produced from the plant Ivy helix, recommended for coughs as it helps to make phlegm more liquid, facilitating its elimination. Furthermore, this syrup relaxes the muscles of the bronchi, improving respiratory capacity, reducing 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 advice, in the doses and for the duration of treatment advised by the doctor.
What is it for
Abrilar syrup is indicated for the treatment of:
- Cough with phlegm;
- Acute or chronic bronchitis;
- Bronchopulmonary inflammations.
Abrilar syrup helps to eliminate phlegm more easily and relax the bronchial muscles, relieving the symptoms of airway inflammation. It can be used by adults or children over 2 years of age, as long as it is medically indicated.
How to drink
Abrilar syrup must be used orally, and the dose must be measured using the measuring cup provided in the packaging.
Normally recommended doses of Abrilar syrup vary according to age, and include:
- Children between 2 and 7 years old: the normally recommended dose is 2.5 mL of Abrilar syrup, 3 times a day, or as directed by your pediatrician;
- Children over 7 years old: the normally recommended dose is 5 mL of Abrilar syrup, 3 times a day, or as directed by your pediatrician;
- Adults: the normally recommended dose is 7.5 mL of Abrilar syrup, 3 times a day, or as per medical advice.
The treatment time with Abrilar syrup varies according to the intensity of the symptoms, but it is normally necessary to use it for at least 1 week, and should be continued for 2 to 3 days after the symptoms subside or as indicated by the doctor.
Possible side effects
The most common side effect of using this syrup is the appearance of diarrhea, due to the presence of sorbitol in its formula. Furthermore, a slight feeling of nausea may appear.
Taking doses higher than recommended can cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Who shouldn’t 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 in pregnant or breastfeeding women if recommended by a doctor.
See homemade expectorants that can be used to treat coughs with phlegm.
Bibliography
- EMA – EUROPEAN MEDICINES AGENCY. Ivy leaf Hedera helix L., leaf. 2016. Available at: <https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/herbal-summary/ivy-leaf-summary-public_en.pdf>. Accessed on April 24, 2023
- ANVISA. Abrilar syrup 7mg/mL (Hedera helix L. – herbal medicine). 2018. Available at: <https://consultas.anvisa.gov.br/#/bulario/q/?nomeProduto=ABRILAR>. Accessed on April 24, 2023
- FARMOQÍMICA S/A. Abrilar syrup 7mg/mL (Hedera helix L. – herbal medicine). Available at: <https://www.saudedireta.com.br/catinc/drugs/bulas/abrilarxarope.pdf>. Accessed on Feb 1, 2022
