Ambozin 15 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 40.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ambroxol hydrochloride |
| Company | Rephco pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
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
- Ambroxol is the active metabolite of bromhexine
- Greater bronchosecretolytic effect than bromhexine
- Improves sputum rheology
- Hydrating mechanism leading to liquefaction of mucus
- Facilitates expectoration of mucus
- Reduces dyspnea
- Stimulates production of phospholipids of surfactant by alveolar cells
- Contributes to lowering of superficial tension in the alveoli
- Reduces bronchial hyperactivity
- Anti-inflammatory properties
Dosage & Administration
- Average daily dose
- Pediatric Drops for different age groups
- Syrup dosage for different age groups
- Sustained release capsule dosage for adults and children over 12 years old
Interaction
- Should not be taken simultaneously with antitussives (e.g. Codeine)
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to Ambroxol or Bromhexine
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal side effects
- Allergic responses such as eruption, urticaria or angioneurotic edema
Pregnancy & Lactation
- No harmful effect shown in teratogenic and fetal toxicity studies
- Advised not to use in pregnancy, especially during the 1st trimester
- Safety during lactation not established
Precautions & Warnings
- 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