Ambroxol syrup for adults. Instructions for use, price, reviews

Ambroxol is an effective cough syrup, which is used to treat adults with various diseases of the respiratory system. The remedy belongs to mucolytic medicines, quickly eliminates manifestations and helps prevent the development of complications in patients with severe cough.

The drug is prescribed only if there are indications and according to a certain scheme, which avoids the development of complications.

Release form and composition of the drug

The drug can be found on drugstore shelves in the form of a syrup for oral use. It is packaged in special 100 ml dark glass bottles, which are placed in cardboard boxes. The liquid is a thick sweet mass with a specific medicinal aroma.

When taken, you can experience a specific, fruity flavor that makes it easier to consume. The medicine is accompanied by detailed instructions describing all the features of the application, possible negative reactions during therapy. The medicine contains the substance ambroxol, which has a therapeutic effect.

Among the auxiliary components are the following:

• Sodium benzoate.
• Glycerol.
• Propylene glycol.
• Sodium saccharinate.
• Sorbitol.
• Citric acid.
• Flavors.
• Menthol.
• Purified water.

Additional substances do not have a therapeutic effect, they are necessary to impart consistency and aroma to the product.

Pharmacological properties

Ambroxol is a syrup for adults that has pronounced mucolytic properties, that is helps to remove mucus from the bronchi and lungs, which accumulates during a prolonged course of inflammatory pathologies. The agent helps to thin the phlegm, which facilitates its excretion when it accumulates in the respiratory organs.

The drug also somewhat relieves cough, makes it productive, shortens the recovery period.

The medicine stimulates the activity of the cilia of the ciliated epithelium. They are responsible for the gradual excretion of phlegm. After cleansing the tissues, the tissues of the bronchi and lungs are restored, which are damaged by inflammation and the accumulation of a large amount of sputum.

Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

After taking the drug inside, its active component is rapidly absorbed into the systemic circulation and has a therapeutic effect. The substance slightly increases the amount of phlegm in the bronchi or lungs. This leads to the fact that the patient more often coughs up phlegm, the organs are cleared of mucus faster, which leads to an acceleration of the healing process.

It also stimulates the lungs and bronchi, especially the epithelium of the organs. This accelerates the evacuation of mucus. A minimal increase in sputum volume provokes a cough reflex. It manifests itself rather quickly after the initial intake of the drug.

The drug also has other properties:

• Promotes not only the excretion of phlegm, but also bacteria that multiply when it accumulates excessively in the lower respiratory tract. As a result, the risk of progression of pathologies of inflammatory origin is prevented.
• The drug also makes sputum less viscous, which has a beneficial effect on the condition and stimulates rapid evacuation.
• Stimulates the restoration of the inner layer of the bronchi and lungs.
  
• The absence of a significant increase in the volume of sputum helps prevent unwanted reactions that appear when the volume of mucus sharply increases when taking other antitussive medications.
• Does not lead to obstruction of the lungs and bronchi, which helps to avoid severe complications in the form of coughing attacks or exacerbation of bronchial asthma.

The remedy acts quite quickly, the effect is noted within a few days after the start of the therapeutic course. The drug improves the ventilation function of the lungs, which stimulates blood circulation and improves the general condition in the acute course of the disease.

A high concentration of the component in the syrup is found in the tissues of the respiratory tract, which ensures high efficiency. The drug is well absorbed in the body, the maximum concentration in the blood is found 2 hours after oral administration.

The processing of the substance takes place in the liver, where it breaks down into metabolites. Excretion is carried out with the help of the kidneys. At the same time, the main amount of metabolites is excreted in the urine, and a small part is evacuated with feces. With violations of the kidneys and intestines, there is a slight deterioration in the process of excretion of metabolites from the body.

The period of evacuation of components normally takes no more than 24 hours, but in patients with pathologies of the urinary system, this period is prolonged.

Indications for use

Abroxol is a fairly effective syrup that is used to treat adults with various pathologies from the respiratory system.

The main indications for the appointment of syrup:

• Acute and chronic bronchitis. The tool can be used as part of a complex treatment or as a single method.

  

• Cough of various origins, in which thick phlegm accumulates in the lungs and bronchi, and its excretion is difficult.
• Tracheitis with complications, mild course of the disease without concomitant disorders.
• Pneumonia at various stages of development. The drug can be used to diagnose mild and severe forms of the inflammatory process.
• Cystic fibrosis in acute and chronic form.
• Bronchial asthma, accompanied by frequent coughing fits and other symptoms.
• Respiratory disorders of various origins. In some cases, the medicine helps to stop the progression of the condition and greatly improves the well-being of patients.

The drug is often included in the course of therapy for chronic cough in patients who have had the bad habit of smoking for a long period.

Contraindications

The drug is not used when the patient has an intolerance to its components of any form. At the same time, allergy to excipients is also considered a reason for refusing therapy.

Other contraindications include the following conditions:

• Acute gastric ulcer and duodenal ulcer. In this case, the syrup can provoke an aggravation of symptoms.
  
• Pregnancy in the 1st trimester. The medicine often leads to complications in the mother and child, therefore it is not used at this time.
• Acute renal failure with impaired evacuation of the components of the composition from the body.
• Liver pathologies in acute form, accompanied by organ failure, inflammation and other disorders.
• Epilepsy with frequent seizures.
• Fructose intolerance. The product contains this component, which can lead to the development of complications.
• Dry cough of various stages.

The drug is usually not prescribed for acute respiratory viral infections, influenza. This is due to the fact that with such violations, the cough is often dry, so the syrup can lead to an aggravation of the condition.

If, during the illness, the cough becomes moist, and the amount of sputum increases, it is allowed to use the medicine as prescribed by the doctor.

Instructions for use, dosage

Ambroxol is a syrup for adults, which is used after a preliminary diagnostic examination and according to a certain scheme. In most cases, the remedy is prescribed according to the standard scheme, which involves taking the medication for 2 weeks.

The daily dosage for the first 2-3 days is 10 ml. Moreover, it should be divided into 2 times, consumed in the morning and in the evening. If complications do not develop during this period, it is allowed to take the medication for another 10-12 days, depending on the patient's condition. The daily dosage rises to 15 ml of syrup and is divided into 3 times during the day.

When using, it is worth making equal time intervals, which will allow maintaining the optimal concentration of components in the blood and tissues of the respiratory tract. Extension of the therapeutic course is possible only on strict indications.

With a dry cough

The drug is categorically contraindicated to use when diagnosing a dry type of cough. In the absence of sputum in the organs of the respiratory system, taking the drug can provoke bouts of coughing, as well as choking.

The drug can lead to serious complications, especially when diagnosing dry cough in patients with bronchial asthma. Only when a dry cough turns into a wet cough is it allowed to prescribe a medication by a specialist.

With a wet cough

The remedy is often prescribed when diagnosing a wet cough against the background of the progression of pneumonia and bronchitis, and some other pathologies of the respiratory tract. The scheme of use in this case is standard, suggesting taking 10 ml of the drug for the first 2-3 days, followed by an increase in the daily dosage to 15 ml.

The medicine is taken for 10-14 days. After that, the specialist evaluates the result of the therapy, if necessary, extends it for another 1 week. With prolonged use of the medication, constant monitoring of blood counts is required, the patient should regularly visit a doctor for auscultation of the lungs and bronchi.

With laryngitis

Ambroxol is a syrup for adults that can be prescribed for laryngitis if the condition is accompanied by a wet cough. With a dry cough and the diagnosis of laryngitis, the remedy is contraindicated.

The drug is used according to the standard scheme in standard dosages. Patients should be aware of the possibility of an acute coughing attack, therefore, treatment should be prescribed only a doctor after a preliminary examination and identification of the type of cough, the presence of concomitant deviations.

The duration of treatment for laryngitis should not exceed 2 weeks. Usually this time is enough to obtain a pronounced therapeutic result.

Side effects

The medicine can provoke complications if the instructions are violated, but if all the rules are followed, the absence of negative manifestations cannot be guaranteed. Disorders affect internal organs and systems, and can significantly worsen the condition.

Damage area	Frequent negative reactions
Respiratory system	From the side of the respiratory system, disorders appear often. They may be accompanied by shortness of breath, coughing fits, feeling of shortness of breath. Disorders disappear after discontinuation of treatment, but the appointment of glucocorticosteroid medications is often required when manifestations threaten the patient's life.
Nervous system	On the part of the nervous system, disorders appear against the background of other disorders. Patients may notice weakness and rapid fatigue or increased excitability, as well as headache, dizziness. Sometimes, with prolonged use, there is a deterioration in memory and concentration.
Digestive organs	If a patient has a history of diseases of the digestive system, nausea and upset stools may occur when syrup is used. The medicine can lead to poor appetite, intense thirst, increased gas production. If the patient ignores the symptoms, they are aggravated, a doctor's consultation is required.
Genitourinary system	With prolonged use of the medication, an increase in urination, a decrease in libido, as well as an aggravation of the manifestations of kidney and bladder diseases, if they are in the patient's history, are possible.
Mucous membranes and skin	The drug can provoke an allergic reaction that affects the mucous membranes and skin. The rash can appear on certain parts of the body or spread to large areas of the skin, accompanied by itching, irritation. Discomfort leads to aggravation of manifestations from the nervous system, since patients have disturbed night sleep, increased irritability is noted. Allergies can affect mucous membranes, leading to swelling and irritation.

With the development of complications, it is worth abandoning syrup treatment. If they disappear on their own, no special treatment is required. If the violations worsen, you should consult a doctor who will conduct an examination and prescribe special medications to eliminate symptoms.

Overdose

Ambroxol is a syrup for adults, which can lead to the development of an overdose with prolonged use in high doses. In this case, the condition is accompanied by dyspeptic disorders in the form of repeated vomiting during the day, upset stools, severe pain in the stomach.

If the patient has disorders of the digestive tract, internal bleeding may develop. Overdose is also accompanied by headache, possibly impaired consciousness.

If signs of an overdose appear, you should immediately stop using the medication and consult a doctor. In a hospital setting, the patient receives treatment, which involves gastric lavage followed by the use of funds to normalize the condition.

special instructions

When using the drug by patients with bronchial asthma, it is necessary to regularly visit a doctor who will conduct auscultation and determine the need for prolonged use of the syrup.

During the treatment period, it is worth consuming a sufficient amount of liquid in the form of warm tea, compote or fruit drink. This will help thin the phlegm, making it easier to remove from the lungs and bronchi. In the absence of a sufficient amount of fluid, there is a thickening of sputum, congestion, which can provoke severe complications.

Drug interactions

The syrup is not prescribed in combination with other mucolytic agents. When treating patients with bronchial asthma, it is allowed to simultaneously prescribe syrup, glucocorticosteroids, Euphyllin. In this case, negative reactions do not develop. Often, the medicine is combined with antibacterial medications, which increases the effectiveness of therapy for inflammatory pathologies.

There is no development of complications when combined with cardiac glycosides, diuretics. You can not simultaneously prescribe syrup with drugs that suppress the cough reflex. These properties are possessed by means based on codeine. In each case, the combination of syrup with other means is previously agreed with the doctor.

Analogs

The drug has many analogues that can be used in the absence of the original drug in pharmacies.

Most often, patients are prescribed the following substitutes:

• Lazolvan is considered the most popular ambroxol-based remedy. It is considered as effective and comes in the form of syrup, tablets and intravenous solution. The remedy is prescribed for adults and children at different stages of pathologies of the respiratory system. The drug is contraindicated for dry cough. The course of treatment depends on the severity of the symptoms, and the dosage is determined individually.
  
• Ambrobene also available in the form of a syrup, has an effect due to the presence in the composition of ambroxol as the main active substance. The drug is prescribed for adults with a wet cough and the presence of concomitant symptoms in the form of inflammation of the tissues of the respiratory system.
• Flavamed syrup also contains ambroxol and has pronounced mucolytic properties. More often it is prescribed for children, but adults can also take medicine when diagnosing different stages of wet cough against the background of pathologies of the bronchi or lungs.
• Bromhexine available to patients in the form of tablets and syrup for oral administration. It contains bromhexine as its main active ingredient. Despite the different composition, the drug has a pronounced mucolytic effect, like ambroxol. However, Ambroxol is considered safer and more effective, better tolerated by patients.

Analogs of the remedy cannot be used without appointment. Despite the similar composition of many of them, drugs can provoke complications.

Terms, conditions of sale and storage

The drug belongs to over-the-counter products from pharmacies. The maximum storage time is 3 years.

During storage, it is worthwhile to restrict access to children, to avoid exposure to sunlight. After the expiration date, use is not allowed.

Price

The cost of the syrup is about 50-70 rubles. Ambroxol is an effective mucolytic syrup used to treat adults with coughs of varying degrees of neglect. The tool is considered relatively safe when used correctly, helps to quickly get rid of the symptoms of the disease and prevent the progression of the inflammatory process of the respiratory system.

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