Mucovan 15 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 47.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ambroxol hydrochloride |
| Company | Ad din pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Productive cough
- Acute and chronic inflammatory disorders of upper and lower respiratory tracts
- Inflammatory disease of rhinopharyngeal tract
- Asthmatic bronchitis
- Bronchiectasis
- Chronic pneumonia
Pharmacology
- Active metabolite of bromhexine
- Greater bronchosecretolytic effect
- Improves sputum rheology
- Hydrating mechanism for liquefaction of mucus
- Stimulates production of phospholipids
- Reduces bronchial hyperactivity
- Anti-inflammatory properties
Dosage & Administration
- Average daily dose after meal
- Pediatric drops
- Syrup dosage for different age groups
- Sustained release capsule dosage
Interaction
Not to be taken simultaneously with antitussives (e.g. Codeine)
Contraindications
Known hypersensitivity to Ambroxol or Bromhexine
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal side effects
- Rare allergic responses
Pregnancy & Lactation
Not advised in pregnancy, especially during the 1st trimester. Safety during lactation not established
Precautions & Warnings
- Cautiously given to patients with gastric and duodenal ulceration
- Cautious use for patients with hepatic and renal insufficiency
Therapeutic Class
Cough expectorants & mucolytics
Storage Conditions
Protect from direct light exposure, Store in a dry place not exceeding 30°C