Description
INTRODUCTION
AMBROLOC DROPS contains Ambroxol, which belongs to the group of medicines called Secretolytic agents. It is used to treat acute respiratory diseases such as acute or recurrent bronchitis, laryngitis, tracheitis, and chronic respiratory diseases (such as chronic bronchitis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
AMBROLOC DROPS is not recommended for use if you are allergic to ambroxol hydrochloride. Before taking AMBROLOC DROPS, inform your doctor if you have chronic cough, peptic/duodenal ulcers, hereditary fructose intolerance (inability of the body to break down fructose), lung problems (such as asthma), and/or kidney & liver problems.
AMBROLOC DROPS is not recommended for use in pregnant women (especially during the first three months of pregnancy) and is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. It should be used with caution in children and adolescents (below 18 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. The most common side effects of taking AMBROLOC DROPS are taste disturbance, numbness in the throat, nausea, and/or numbness in the mouth & tongue. Consult and inform your doctor if any of these symptoms worsen.
USES OF AMBROLOC DROPS
Treats acute and chronic respiratory diseases such as acute & recurrent bronchitis, laryngitis & tracheitis, chronic bronchitis & chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
HOW AMBROLOC DROPS WORKS
AMBROLOC DROPS works by facilitating the expectoration of mucus by breaking down acid mucopolysaccharide fibers (sugar molecules responsible for mucus production) and stimulates surfactant (an anti-glue agent) that prevents adhesion of mucus to the bronchial wall thus preventing its accumulation and providing clearance in the airway due to acute and chronic respiratory diseases in affected individuals.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Take AMBROLOC DROPS as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
SIDE EFFECTS OF AMBROLOC DROPS
COMMON
Taste disturbance
Numbness in the throat
Nausea
Numbness in mouth & tongue
UNCOMMON
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Indigestion
Dry mouth
Abdominal pain
RARE
Signs of hypersensitivity reactions (immune-mediated response to an allergen) such as skin rash, itching, fever, and/or swelling
Rash
Urticaria (red itchy welts)
Stop taking AMBROLOC DROPS and contact immediately your doctor if you experience any of the following side effects:
Signs of severe skin reactions such as skin rash on the mucus membranes of mouth, throat, nose, eyes, and/or genitals
HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS
Nausea and vomiting:
Try to take AMBROLOC DROPS with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food. Consult your doctor if the symptom gets worse.
Diarrhea:
Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated. Try to avoid taking any medicine on your own to treat diarrhea. Consult your doctor and inform them if the symptom gets worse.
Indigestion:
Try to have smaller and more frequent meals and drink slowly. Reduce your consumption of coffee, cola, tea, or alcohol and lose weight if you are obese. Try to avoid smoking and don’t have rich, fatty or spicy foods. Consult your doctor and inform them if the symptom does not improve.
Dry mouth:
Try to drink plenty of cold water, sip on unsweetened drinks, and use lip balm if your lips are dry. Brush your teeth twice a day and use mouthwash. Consult and inform your doctor if the symptom gets worse.
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
PREGNANCY
AMBROLOC DROPS is generally not recommended for use in pregnant women, especially during the first 3 months of pregnancy). Consult and inform your doctor before taking the medicine.
BREASTFEEDING
AMBROLOC DROPS is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may get excreted in breast milk. Consult and inform your doctor before taking the medicine.
DRIVING AND USING MACHINES
Do not drive or operate the machine if AMBROLOC DROPS affects your ability to drive/operate machines. Consult and inform your doctor before taking the medicine.
KIDNEY
AMBROLOC DROPS should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Consult and inform your doctor before taking the medicine.
LIVER
AMBROLOC DROPS should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Consult and inform your doctor before taking the medicine.
ALLERGY
Do not take AMBROLOC DROPS if you are allergic to ambroxol hydrochloride, and/or any other ingredients of this medicine.
LUNGS
AMBROLOC DROPS should be used with caution in patients suffering from asthma, and/or serious asthmatic attacks. Consult and inform your doctor before taking the medicine.
OTHERS
Before taking AMBROLOC DROPS, consult and inform your doctor if you:
Have a cough for a long time
Have peptic/duodenal ulcers
Have hereditary fructose intolerance (inability of the body to break down fructose)
Use in Pediatrics:
AMBROLOC DROPS should be used with caution in children (above 1 year) and adolescents (below 18 years). It should be used only if necessary in children (aged below 12 years). Consult and inform your doctor before taking the medicine.
Use in Geriatrics:
AMBROLOC DROPS should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Consult and inform your doctor before taking the medicine.
INTERACTIONS
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Before taking AMBROLOC DROPS, inform your doctor if you are taking,
Antitussives (medicines used to suppress cough) Ex. codeine
Antibiotics (medicines used to treat bacterial infections) Ex. amoxicillin, cefuroxime, erythromycin
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of AMBROLOC DROPS, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.
SYNOPSIS
Drug : Ambroxol
Pharmacological Category : Respiratory system agents
Therapeutic Indication : Acute & chronic respiratory diseases (such as acute & recurrent bronchitis, laryngitis & tracheitis, and chronic diseases)
Dosage Forms : Syrup, Oral Drops, Eye drops, Respules, Capsule, Tablet
MORE INFORMATION
Keep AMBROLOC DROPS out of reach from children
Store the medicine at room temperature
FAQs ABOUT AMBROLOC DROPS
What are the uses of AMBROLOC DROPS?
AMBROLOC DROPS is used to treat acute and chronic respiratory diseases (airway diseases), which include acute and recurrent bronchitis, laryngitis, and tracheitis, as well as chronic diseases (such as chronic bronchitis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), which are generally characterised by symptoms such as shortness of breath, wheezing, and/or chest tightness.
What are the side effects of AMBROLOC DROPS?
The most common side effects of taking AMBROLOC DROPS are taste disturbance, numbness in the throat, nausea, and/or numbness in the mouth and tongue. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsen.
Is AMBROLOC DROPS safe to be used by pregnant and breastfeeding women?
No, AMBROLOC DROPS is generally not recommended for use during pregnancy (especially during the first 3 months of pregnancy), and it is also not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as the medicine may get excreted in the breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
How does AMBROLOC DROPS work?
AMBROLOC DROPS works by facilitating the expectoration of mucus by breaking down acid mucopolysaccharide fibres (sugar molecules responsible for mucus production) and stimulating surfactant (an anti-glue agent) that prevents adhesion of mucus to the bronchial wall, thus preventing its accumulation and providing clearance in the airway due to acute and chronic respiratory diseases in affected individuals.
How do I take AMBROLOC DROPS?
Take AMBROLOC DROPS as advised by your physician. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Your doctor will determine the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight, and disease condition.
REFERENCES
1. K D Tripathi. Drugs for Cough and Bronchial Asthma. Essentials of medical pharmacology. Seventh Edition. 2013. Page 219.
2. Zheng Li. The effect of adjuvant therapy with ambroxol hydrochloride in elderly chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients. NIH National Library of Medicine. National Center for Biotechnology Information. PMC PubMed Central. [Revised in August 2021] [Accessed on 19th September 2022] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8430100/
3. Ambroxol hydrochloride. Package Leaflet. [Accessed on 19th September 2022] https://file.wuxuwang.com/hma/CZ_H_0606_002_FinalPL.pdf
USEFUL DIAGNOSTIC TESTS
Blood tests
Sputum test
PRODUCT DETAILS
Country Of Origin
India
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