Purisal Syrup

Purisal Syp 100ml is used to treat a respiratory condition like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma characterized by difficulty in breathing, coughing and whistling sound while breathing. Purisal Syp 100ml contains levosalbutamol as an active ingredient. Avoid overdose or stopping the treatment after feeling better.

Inform the doctor about the other medicines. Shake the bottle well, before each use. The medicine should not be used in children below 6 years of age.

Dosage

Overdose

• Symptoms of overdose include increased heart rate, nervousness, headache, tremor, nausea, dizziness, fatigue, sleeplessness and decreased potassium levels. If you have taken too much of the medicine and you experience symptoms, contact the doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you missed taking a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time. Avoid a double dose for the missed dose.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Levosalbutamol helps in widening and relaxing the smooth muscles of the airways in certain respiratory conditions like asthma and COPD. Thus, aids in easy breathing.

Directions for Use

• Take the medicine as instructed by the doctor.
• Shake well before use.
• Use a cup, spoon, or dropper for the exact quantity.
• Do not consume it directly from the bottle.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Purisal Syp 100ml during pregnancy?

Purisal Syp 100ml should be used during pregnancy, only if prescribed by the doctor after considering it to be essential.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Purisal Syp 100ml while breastfeeding?

Purisal Syp 100ml should be used during breastfeeding, only if prescribed by the doctor after considering it to be essential.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Purisal Syp 100ml ?

Purisal Syp 100ml does not affect your ability to drive or use machinery. If you experience dizziness, avoid driving or using machines.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Purisal Syp 100ml?

There is no known interaction of the medicine with alcohol, it is better to consult the doctor if you have a habit of regular drinking.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You may feel medicine is less effective and not able to give relief as the medicine is for short term treatment of airway obstruction.
• Your condition may worsen, when on the medicine.
• You may have muscle pain or weakness, an irregular heartbeat which could be due to low potassium levels.
• You may have a history of heart problems like irregular heartbeat, heart failure and chest pain, diabetes, overactive thyroid.
• You may experience allergic reactions while on treatment like hives, itching, swelling, etc.
• You are on other medications or supplements.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to levosalbutamol or other ingredients of Purisal Syp 100ml .
• You may vaginal bleeding or bloody discharge during the first 6 months of pregnancy.
• If you are taking other medicines like propranolol used to treat high blood pressure.

Side effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Skin rash
• Nervousness
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Fatigue

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines affect the way Purisal Syp 100ml works, or the medicine itself reduces the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• The medicine must be discontinued for 6 hours before any planned procedures or surgeries which might involve the use of anaesthetics as it leads to heart problems or bleeding disorders.
• Inform the doctor about the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are taking or might take to avoid possible interaction.
• Taking medicines to treat high blood pressure, brain-related disorder, heart-related problems, or anti-asthmatic medicines, etc.
• Concomitant use of water pill medicine like furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide may decrease the potassium level in the body that leads to heart rhythm abnormalities. The doctor may advise the monitoring of blood potassium levels.

Storage and disposal

• Store at a cool and dry place below 25°C.
• Keep it protected from light and out of reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why is Purisal Syp 100ml given?

Purisal Syp 100ml is used to treat and provide relief of spasm and constriction of airways in respiratory airway disease characterised by difficulty in breathing, coughing, wheezing sound and tightness of chest in asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Can Purisal Syp 100ml be given in cough?

Purisal Syp 100ml is used if it is associated with airway condition such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. It should not be used in other condition. Do not self medicate.

Is Purisal Syp 100ml a steroid?

No, Purisal Syp 100ml is not a steroid. It is a bronchodilator that relaxes the airways wall muscles, opens them and thereby eases breathing in patients who have reversible obstructive airway diseases like asthma or in cases of chronic bronchitis.