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Pyrosal is a syrup that is used as an adjuvant in low-grade fever, inflammation mainly affecting the upper respiratory tract. Pyrosal can be taken during an infection to help the body fight the disease. Pyrosal is a preparation available in pharmacies without a prescription.
Pyrosal – composition
Pyrosal is a syrup that contains extracts from such gifts of nature as willow bark, elderberry flower, linden flower or coltsfoot leaf. The auxiliary substances in pyrosal are sucrose, purified water, blackcurrant concentrate and currant juice aroma condensate. Additionally, Pyrosal contains up to 1% of ethanol. This preparation is usually cherry or brown in color.
Pyrosal – when to use?
Pyrosal is a preparation that is worth using in cases of colds and inflammations, especially of the respiratory tract. This syrup is mainly used as an aid. The use of Pyrosal is effective if it is taken for a specific and prolonged period of time.
Pyrosal – dosage
Pyrosal is a drug that we take orally. The syrup, if it is too thick, can be diluted in a small amount of boiled water. The use of Pyrosal is safe, however, if after three days of using the preparation there has been no improvement and the patient feels worse, and the symptoms persist, then further consumption of the syrup should be agreed with the doctor. Patients using Pryrosal have not yet reported any alarming symptoms resulting from overdosing the syrup.
Taking Pyrosal depends on the age of the patient:
Children from 3 to 4 years of age, after consulting a doctor – 5 ml of syrup (1 teaspoon) 4 times a day.
Children from 4 to 12 years of age – 15 ml of syrup (1 tablespoon) 3 times a day.
Adolescents over 12 years of age and adults – 30 ml of syrup (2 tablespoons) 3 times a day.
Pyrosal – contraindications
Pyrosal, despite being a safe drug, should not be taken by all patients. We do not use the preparation if the patient is allergic to any of the ingredients of the syrup. If you are diagnosed with an intolerance to sugars, consult your doctor before taking this medicine. It should be remembered that 1 tablespoon (i.e. 15 ml) of the syrup contains approx. 12,7 g of sucrose, which should be borne in mind in patients with diabetes. Pyrosal contains up to 65 mg of ethanol in one teaspoon. Before using Pyrosal in children, consult a doctor.
Pyrosal – possible side effects
At the moment, no strong negative interactions were found when taking Pyrosal with other drugs. The drug is not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women. The effect of the drug on the fertility of women and men has not yet been studied. If a patient suspects that she may be pregnant, she should always consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine, including Pyrosal syrup.
Pyrosal – side effects
As a result of long-term use of Pyrosal, immune system disorders may occur, i.e. allergic reactions and gastrointestinal disorders, i.e. nausea (in people who do not tolerate high doses of sucrose).
Before use, read the leaflet, which contains indications, contraindications, data on side effects and dosage as well as information on the use of the medicinal product, or consult your doctor or pharmacist, as each drug used improperly is a threat to your life or health.