Bresol Syrup 200m [Himalaya]
Bresol (Himalaya)
1. Product Overview
The formulation is designed to:
Reduce allergic response
Support respiratory immunity
Improve nasal and bronchial comfort
Reduce recurrent allergic attacks
2. Therapeutic Category
Anti-allergic herbal preparation
Respiratory immune modulator
Adjunct in allergic rhinitis and bronchitis
Botanical anti-inflammatory formulation
3. Indications
Primary indications
Allergic rhinitis
Seasonal allergies
Dust/pollen hypersensitivity
Recurrent sneezing
Nasal congestion
Runny nose
Adjunct uses
Mild bronchial irritation
Recurrent cough linked to allergies
Sinus congestion
Environmental allergy management
Immune support in allergy-prone patients
4. Composition & Key Herbal Ingredients
1. Turmeric (Curcuma longa)
Anti-inflammatory
Antihistamine-like activity
Antioxidant
Reduces airway inflammation
2. Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum / Tulsi)
Immunomodulatory
Antimicrobial
Reduces bronchial irritation
Supports respiratory defence
3. Indian Bdellium (Commiphora mukul / Guggul)
Anti-inflammatory
Helps reduce mucosal swelling
Supports respiratory tissue repair
4. Malabar Nut (Adhatoda vasica)
Bronchodilatory
Expectorant
Improves airflow in allergic cough
Reduces bronchial congestion
5. Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
Soothing effect on respiratory mucosa
Anti-allergic activity
Reduces throat irritation
Mild immune regulator
5. Mechanism of Action
Bresol works through multi-target botanical pharmacology:
A. Anti-allergic action
Reduces histamine-mediated responses
Stabilizes immune hypersensitivity reactions
B. Anti-inflammatory effect
Suppresses inflammatory mediators in nasal mucosa
Reduces swelling and congestion
C. Bronchial support
Promotes bronchodilation
Improves mucus clearance
D. Immune modulation
Enhances mucosal immunity
Reduces frequency of recurrent allergic episodes
6. Dosage and Administration
Tablets
Adults: 1 tablet twice daily
Duration: 2–6 weeks or as directed
Syrup
Children: ½–1 teaspoon twice daily
Adults: 1–2 teaspoons twice daily
Take after meals for better tolerance.
7. Onset of Action
Sneezing/runny nose reduction: within 3–5 days
Nasal congestion relief: within 1–2 weeks
Full allergy control: after 3–4 weeks
8. Safety Profile
Common side effects
Rare but may include:
Mild gastric upset
Sweet aftertaste (due to licorice)
Occasional throat dryness
Serious effects
Extremely uncommon with normal dosing.
9. Contraindications
Known hypersensitivity to herbal components
Severe uncontrolled asthma (needs medical therapy)
Persistent fever or bacterial respiratory infection
10. Use in Special Populations
Children
Syrup preferred; widely used for allergic cough/sneezing.
Pregnancy
Use only under medical supervision.
Breastfeeding
Generally low risk but consult clinician.
Elderly
Useful in chronic allergic rhinitis or pollution-related cough.
11. Drug Interactions
Usually minimal, but caution with:
Steroid therapy (monitor symptom masking)
Antihistamines (may enhance allergy relief)
Anticoagulants (turmeric may mildly affect clotting)
12. Storage
Store below 30°C
Protect from light and moisture
Keep syrup tightly closed
13. Counselling Points for Pharmacy Practice
Advise patients to:
Avoid known allergens where possible
Maintain hydration
Use saline nasal rinses if needed
Seek review if symptoms persist >2–3 weeks
Use consistently for best effect (not PRN only)
14. Clinical Positioning
Bresol is best used:
For mild to moderate allergic rhinitis
As preventive therapy during allergy seasons
As adjunct to antihistamines
In patients seeking herbal or long-term support options
Not suitable as sole therapy for:
Acute severe asthma
Bacterial pneumonia
Acute sinus infection requiring antibiotics

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