Rixol 15 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 50.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ambroxol hydrochloride |
| Company | Medicon 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
- Bronchosecretolytic effect
- Hydrating mechanism for liquefaction of mucus
- Stimulates production of phospholipids of surfactant
- Reduces bronchial hyperactivity
- Anti-inflammatory properties
Dosage & Administration
- Average daily dose after meal
- Pediatric Drops dosage for different age groups
- Syrup dosage for different age groups
- Sustained release capsule dosage for adults and children over 12 years old
Interaction
- Interaction with antitussives
- Risk of phlegm not being expectorated
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to Ambroxol or Bromhexine
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal side effects
- Allergic responses such as eruption, urticaria, or angioneurotic edema
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Teratogenic and fetal toxicity studies
- Advised not to use in pregnancy, especially during the 1st trimester
- Safety during lactation has not been established
Precautions & Warnings
- Cautious use for patients with gastric and duodenal ulceration or convulsive disorders
- Caution for patients with hepatic and renal insufficiency
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