Indications of Amboten 15 mg/5 ml
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Productive cough
Acute and chronic inflammatory disorders of upper and lower respiratory tracts associated with viscid mucus including acute and chronic bronchitis
Inflammatory disease of rhinopharyngeal tract (laryngitis, pharyngitis, sinusitis and rhinitis) associated with viscid mucus ... Read moreThis is indicated in-
Productive cough
Acute and chronic inflammatory disorders of upper and lower respiratory tracts associated with viscid mucus including acute and chronic bronchitis
Inflammatory disease of rhinopharyngeal tract (laryngitis, pharyngitis, sinusitis and rhinitis) associated with viscid mucus
Asthmatic bronchitis bronchial asthma with thick expectoration
Bronchiectasis
Chronic pneumonia etc.
Theropeutic Class
Cough expectorants & mucolytics
Pharmacology
Ambroxol is a metabolite of Bromhexine. It possesses mucokinetic (improvement in mucus transport) and secretolytic (liquefies secretions) properties. Ambroxol stimulates the serous cells of the glands of the mucous membrane of bronchi, increasing the content of mucus secretion. The mucolytic effect is associated with depolymerization and splitting of mucoproteins and mucopolysaccharide fibres, which leads to reduction in the viscosity of mucus. Expectoration of mucus is facilitated and breathing is eased considerably. Ambroxol stimulates production of phospholipids of surfactant by alveolar cells. Ambroxol has anti-inflammatory properties. In patients with COPD, it improves airway patency. Beside these, Ambroxol also exhibits anti oxidant activity. Long-term use is possible because of the good tolerability of the preparation.
Dosage & Administration of Amboten 15 mg/5 ml
Average daily dose (preferably after meal):Pediatric Drops:
0-6 months: 0.5 ml 2 times a day
6-12 months: 1 ml 2 times a day
1-2 years: 1.25 ml 2 times a day
Syrup:
2-5 years: 2.5 ml (1/2 teaspoonful) 2-3 times a day
5-10 years: 5 ml (1 teaspoonful) 2-3 times a day
10 years and adults: 10 ml (2 teaspoonful) 3 times a day.
Sustained release capsule:
Adult and children over 12 years old: 1 capsule once daily
Specific application features: Ambroxol may be prescribed to patients suffering from diabetes mellitus.
Dosage of Amboten 15 mg/5 ml
Average daily dose (preferably after meal):Pediatric Drops:
0-6 months: 0.5 ml 2 times a day
6-12 months: 1 ml 2 times a day
1-2 years: 1.25 ml 2 times a day
Syrup:
2-5 years: 2.5 ml (1/2 teaspoonful) 2-3 times a day
5-10 years: 5 ml (1 teaspoonful) 2-3 times a day
10 years and adults: 10 ml (2 teaspoonful) 3 times a day.
Sustained release capsule: Adult and children over 12 years old: 1 capsule once daily.
Interaction of Amboten 15 mg/5 ml
Ambroxol should not be taken simultaneously with antitussives (e.g.Codeine) because phlegm, which has been liquefied by Ambroxol might not be expectorated.
Contraindications
Contraindicated in known hypersensitivity to Ambroxol or Bromhexine.
Side Effects of Amboten 15 mg/5 ml
Gastrointestinal side effects like epigastric pain, stomach overfill feeling may occur occasionally. Rarely allergic responses such as eruption, urticaria or angioneurotic edema have been reported.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Teratogenic and fetal toxicity studies have shown no harmful effect of Ambroxol. However, it is advised not to use during pregnancy, especially in the 1st trimester. Safety during lactation has not been established.
Precautions & Warnings
Ambroxol 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.
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.
Drug Classes
Cough expectorants & mucolytics
Mode Of Action
Ambroxol is the active metabolite of bromhexine and it has been proven that this metabolite possesses a greater bronchosecretolytic effect than bromhexine. It improves sputum rheology by hydrating mechanism leading to liquefaction of mucus in the lumen of respiratory tract, thus facilitating expectoration of mucus and reducing dyspnea. It stimulates production of phospholipids of surfactant by alveolar cells, thus contributing to the lowering of superficial tension in the alveoli. It also reduces bronchial hyperactivity. Ambroxol has anti inflammatory properties owing to the inhibitory effect on the production of cellular cytokines and arachidonic acid metabolites. In patients with COPD it traditionally improves airway patency.
Pregnancy
Teratogenic and fetal toxicity studies have shown no harmful effect of Ambroxol. However, it is advised not to use it in pregnancy, especially during the1st trimester. Safety during lactation has not been established yet.