Medicine details

ImageAmbrox SR 75
NameAmbrox SR 75
DosageCapsule
Generic NameAmbroxol
Classes Mucolytic
Respiratory Agent
Respiratory Inhalant
Diseases Asthma
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis Pneumoconiosis
Emphysema
Respiratory Disease
Tracheo Bronchitis
CompanySquare Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Drug Package Details

Strength75 mg
Storage Condition
Origin CountryBangladesh
Commercial Pack30
Price per pack150.88
Cost per pack132.77
Package unit10 caps strip
Price per unit5.03
Cost per unit4.43
Discount0
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Remarks

Ambroxol

Ambroxol is a mucolytic agent. It breaks down acid mucopolysaccharide fibers, the main component of sputum or mucus, making the sputum thinner and easier to cough out. 

Ambroxol is indicated for the symptomatic relief of cough for the following condition-

  • tracheobronchitis
  • emphysema
  • bronchitis
  • bronchiectasis
  • bronchospasm asthma
  • Adults: daily dose of 30 mg (one Ambroxol tablet ) to 120 mg (4 Ambroxol tablets) taken in 2 to 3 divided doses
  • Children up to 2 years: half a teaspoonful Ambroxol syrup twice daily
  • Children 2 - 5 years: half a teaspoonful Ambroxol syrup 3 times daily
  • Children over 5 years: One teaspoonful Ambroxol syrup 2-3 times daily.

Ambroxol may cause the following side effects-

  • Nausea
  • vomiting
  • diarrhea
  • dyspepsia
  • dry mouth or throat
  • abdominal pain
  • heartburn
  • dysgeusia/ taste dsiturbances
  • Precaution is advised while treating patients with stomach or duodenal ulcers, ciliary dyskinesia, and bronchial conditions. 
  • Although rare, here have been reports of fatal reactions in pediatric patients.

Contraindication

Contraindicated in patients hypersensitive to any component of the formulation.

There is no known contraindications of the preparation in terms of food and drinks.