FAQs:
Ambroxol is a mucolytic medicine used to treat respiratory diseases associated with excessive mucus secretion. Its onset of action starts after 30 minutes of oral administration. It works by reducing the thickness of the mucus, making it easier to cough out. It is available in the form of tablets, syrup, drops, and capsules. Many companies manufacture it in India viz. Cipla, Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd., Aristo Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd, etc.
What are the Uses of Ambroxol?
Ambroxol is indicated for Bronchopulmonary diseases with excessive mucus secretion such as –
– Bronchiectasis (excessive mucus formation that makes lungs prone to infection)
– Tracheobronchitis (inflammation of trachea or windpipe)
– Bronchitis with bronchospasm asthma (narrowing of the airways along with the excessive formation of very thick and sticky mucus that is difficult to cough out and further obstruct the flow of air)
– Emphysema with bronchitis pneumoconiosis (inflammation, cough, and shortness of breath)
What are the Side Effects of Ambroxol?
The majority of the side effects of Ambroxol resolve on their own and do not require medical attention. However, if the symptoms persist or get worse, you should inform your doctor.
Common side effects
– Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Itching Skin rash Runny nose Gastrointestinal side effects Abdominal pain dry mouth
– Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Itching Skin rash Runny nose Gastrointestinal side effects Abdominal pain dry mouth
– Nausea
– Vomiting
– Diarrhea
– Itching
– Skin rash
– Runny nose
– Gastrointestinal side effects
– Abdominal pain
– dry mouth
Serious side effects
– Anaphylactic reactions (anaphylactic shock, rash, pruritus, angioedema, urticarial)
– Stevens-Johnson syndrome
– Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN)
2. Is Ambroxol an antibiotic?
No, Ambroxol is not an antibiotic. Ambroxol belongs to the mucolytic class of drugs used to treat acute and chronic pulmonary diseases associated with excessive mucus formation. It loosens the thickened mucus in the airways passages and helps it easily cough out from the airways.
3. How many times a day should one take Ambroxol?
The recommended dose of Ambroxol for an adult is 30 mg three times a day. A maximum of 120 mg of Ambroxol can be taken daily in divided doses. In patients with renal impairment, dose reduction may be necessary. For more information, you can reach out to our team of consultants for expert opinions on Ambroxol dosage.
5. Is Ambroxol good for dry cough?
Ambroxol is more effective in productive cough treatment associated with the formation of sticky and thick mucus in the airway passages and is difficult to clear. Ambroxol reduces its thickness and makes its removal easier from the airways passage.
6. For how long should one take Ambroxol?
Ambroxol is advised to be taken in a dose of 30 mg three times a day. It should not be used for more than 7 days. If there is no improvement after continuous use of 7 days or you experience any allergic reaction to Ambroxol, you should consult your doctor.
8. Is Ambroxol safe for pregnant women?
Ambroxol should not be given to pregnant women; especially, in the first trimester. Additionally, it is not advisable to use it in breastfeeding mothers as it passes into breast milk. You should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Moreover, you can contact our team of medical experts.
9. Is Ambroxol alcohol?
No, Ambroxol is not an alcohol. Instead, it belongs to a different class of drug, i.e., mucolytic agent (break-thick mucus), and is helpful in the removal of the loosened cough that makes breathing easier for the patients. It is used to treat various respiratory disorders associated with excessive cough formation.
10. Is Ambroxol good for asthma?
Yes, Ambroxol is very effective in bronchial asthma. The symptoms associated with bronchial asthma are cough, phlegm (thick mucus), and wheezing. Ambroxol acts as a dissolving agent for phlegm and can facilitate the secretion of loosened mucus adhered in the respiratory tract and helps improve the symptoms.
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Side Effects:
– Nausea
– Vomiting
– Diarrhea
– Itching
– Skin rash
– Runny nose
– Gastrointestinal side effects
– Abdominal pain
– dry mouth
– Anaphylactic reactions (anaphylactic shock, rash, pruritus, angioedema, urticarial)
– Stevens-Johnson syndrome
– Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN)
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The majority of the side effects of Ambroxol resolve on their own and do not require medical attention. However, if the symptoms persist or get worse, you should inform your doctor.