X-Cold 15 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 48.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ambroxol hydrochloride |
| Company | Acme laboratories ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Productive cough
- Acute and chronic inflammatory disorders of upper and lower respiratory tracts
- Asthmatic bronchitis with thick expectoration
- Chronic pneumonia
- Inflammatory disease of rhinopharyngeal tract
- Bronchiectasis
Pharmacology
- Greater bronchosecretolytic effect than bromhexine
- Improves sputum rheology
- Hydrating mechanism for liquefaction of mucus
- Stimulates surfactant production
- Reduces bronchial hyperactivity
- Anti-inflammatory properties
Dosage & Administration
- Pediatric drops for different age groups
- 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 like epigastric pain
- Rare allergic responses
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Teratogenic and fetal toxicity studies
- Advised not to use it in pregnancy, especially during the 1st trimester
- Safety during lactation has not been established
Precautions & Warnings
- Cautious use in patients with gastric and duodenal ulceration
- Cautious use in patients with convulsive disorders
- Cautious use in 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