➤ Bromine is localized in biological fluids (blood), kidneys, liver, and most of all in brain cells (part of the pituitary gland);

➤ Bromine enhances inhibition rather than reduces excitability of the nervous system.

➤ It functions as a catalyst in the synthesis of enzymes: pepsin, lipase and amylase.

➤ Regulates the thyroid gland: helps prevent endemic goiter.

➤ Leads to dysfunction of the endocrine gland, which causes the development of hypothyroidism.

➤ Promotes rapid excretion of chloride ions by the renal structures.

➤ It causes neurological and mental disorders.

➤ Dyssomnia is observed;

➤ Leads to anemia.

➤ Shortening the biological cycle of the body. .

➤ C₁₄H₂₀ Br₂N₂ (bromhexine), - Tab. 8mg

➤ C₂HBrClF₃ (halothane) - R-in for inhalation 250ml

➤ C₂₁H₃₀BrNO₄ (Butyl scopolamine) - P-value 20mg/ml

➤ NaBr (Sodium bromide), KBr (Potassium bromide) - 1%, 2%, 3% solution: treatment of neuroses, insomnia.

➤ Bromhexine 0.008-0.16g n/d: expectorant.

➤ Bromocamphor: for the treatment of nervous excitement, cardiac neurosis.

➤ It is used to prevent neurological diseases (neurasthenia, neuroses, hysteria, dyssomnia).

➤ It is used in the treatment of the initial stages of hypertension, central nervous system disorders, cardiovascular diseases and peptic ulcer disease.

➤ The use of bromine mineral waters is recommended for neuropsychiatric disorders: vegetative-vascular dystonia, neurodermatitis (VSD).

➤ Appropriate for use in aromatherapy: essential oils of lavender or rosemary contain Br compounds and can be used to relax and stabilize the mental state.

➤ Generalized body weakness, cephalgia, vertigo; pharyngeal reflex, irritation of the skin and its mucous membranes, and CNS disorders.

➤ In case of mild bromine vapor poisoning, it is necessary to inhale ammonia.

➤ Chemical burn of the lungs.

➤ Immediately wash off liquid Br droplets on hands with water or a soda solution.

➤ Bromine is present in soil in the form of ions.

➤ Br accumulates in beans and seaweed. Mushrooms contain a lot of Br.

➤ Transparent KBr crystals are used to make lenses that transmit infrared rays.

➤Bromochloromethane is used as a fire extinguisher.