Acorex 15 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 46.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ambroxol hydrochloride |
| Company | Apex pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Productive cough
- Acute and chronic inflammatory disorders of upper and lower respiratory tracts
- Asthmatic bronchitis
- Bronchiectasis
- Chronic pneumonia
Pharmacology
- Bronchosecretolytic effect
- Improves sputum rheology
- Liquefaction of mucus
- Reduces dyspnea
- Stimulates production of surfactant by alveolar cells
- Reduces bronchial hyperactivity
- Anti-inflammatory properties
- Improves airway patency
Dosage & Administration
- Average daily dose
- Pediatric Drops dosage
- Syrup dosage for different age groups
- Sustained release capsule dosage
Interaction
- Avoid taking simultaneously with antitussives (e.g. Codeine)
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to Ambroxol or Bromhexine
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal side effects like epigastric pain
- Rare allergic responses like eruption or urticaria
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not advised to use during the 1st trimester of pregnancy
- Safety during lactation not established
Precautions & Warnings
- Cautious use for patients with gastric and duodenal ulceration
- Cautious use for patients with convulsive disorders, 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
- Keep out of the reach of children