Lytex 15 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ambroxol hydrochloride |
| Company | Ibn sina pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Productive cough
- Acute and chronic inflammatory disorders of upper and lower respiratory tracts associated with viscid mucus
- Inflammatory disease of rhinopharyngeal tract (laryngitis, pharyngitis, sinusitis and rhinitis) associated with viscid mucus
- Asthmatic bronchitis bronchial asthma with thick expectoration
- Bronchiectasis
- Chronic pneumonia etc.
Pharmacology
- Improves sputum rheology by hydrating mechanism
- Liquefaction of mucus in the lumen of the respiratory tract
- Facilitates expectoration of mucus and reducing dyspnea
- Stimulates production of phospholipids of surfactant by alveolar cells
- Reduces bronchial hyperactivity
- Has anti-inflammatory properties
- Traditionally improves airway patency in patients with COPD
Dosage & Administration
- Average daily dose (preferably after meal)
- Pediatric Drops: 0-6 months: 0.5 ml 2 times a day, 6-12 months: 1 ml 2 times a day, 1-2 years: 1.25 ml 2 times a day
- Syrup: 2-5 years: 2.5 ml (1/2 teaspoonful) 2-3 times a day, 5-10 years: 5 ml (1 teaspoonful) 2-3 times a day, 10 years and adults: 10 ml (2 teaspoonful) 3 times a day
- Sustained release capsule: Adult and children over 12 years old: 1 capsule once daily
Interaction
Lytex should not be taken simultaneously with antitussives (e.g. Codeine) because phlegm, which has been liquefied by Lytex might not be expectorated
Contraindications
Known hypersensitivity to Ambroxol or Bromhexine
Side Effects
Gastrointestinal side effects like epigastric pain, stomach overfill feeling may occur occasionally. Rarely allergic responses such as eruption, urticaria or angioneurotic edema have been reported
Pregnancy & Lactation
Teratogenic and fetal toxicity studies have shown no harmful effect of Ambroxol. However, it is advised not to use it in pregnancy, especially during the 1st trimester. Safety during lactation has not been established yet
Precautions & Warnings
Lytex should be given cautiously to patients with gastric and duodenal ulceration or convulsive disorders. Patients with hepatic and renal insufficiency should take it with caution
Therapeutic Class
Cough expectorants & mucolytics
Storage Conditions
Protect from direct light exposure, Store in a dry place at a temperature not exceeding 30°C, Keep out of the reach of children