Tablets or syrup "Ambroxol hydrochloride": instruction on the use of the drug and the price

In tropical countries of Asia, America, there is an amazing plant - justice is vascular. Since ancient times it has been considered healing. They cured a cold and cough. In the 20th century pharmacists became interested in this overseas plant. So the drug "Bromgeksin" was received. Its main metabolite is Ambroxol. The therapeutic effect of the substance was appreciated. But few people know that the modern expectorant "Ambroxol hydrochloride" is a derivative of the ancient cough medicine.

Forms of release

The substance "Ambroxol" is produced in the form of a powder of white color, which has a bitter taste.

On the basis of this component, various dosage forms are produced:

• pills;
• Capsules with long-lasting action;
• syrup;
• Solution for inhalation;
• Pastilles for resorption;
• Solution for internal use;
• drops;
• injection.

Such an abundance of medicinal species confirms the popularity and effectiveness of the drug Ambroxol hydrochloride.

Action on the body

The effect of Ambroxol hydrochloride on the bronchopulmonary system is very multifaceted. The instructions for use give the following pharmacological properties:

1. Mucolytic action. The drug quickly enters through the blood into the respiratory system. Here it reduces the viscosity of phlegm. As a result, it is much easier to clear the throat.
2. Sekretomotornoe action. Reducing the viscosity of sputum leads to the restoration of the motor function of the ciliated epithelium. This greatly facilitates the exit from the respiratory tract phlegm. In other words, the patient's cough becomes more productive.
3. Expectorant action. The drug promotes an increase in the function of secretory cells. This effect leads to more mucus formation. At the same time, it becomes less viscous and easily clears throat.
4. Regenerative effect. The medicine helps to restore the ciliated epithelium.

Application

With various pathologies of the respiratory system, the drug Ambroxol hydrochloride is used. Instruction for use indicates that the drug significantly improves the expectoration of sputum in the case of acute forms of illness or exacerbation of chronic ailments. It is advisable to use it when accumulating hard-to-mucus in the respiratory tract.

Thus, the medicine "Ambroxol hydrochloride" is recommended for use in the following pathologies:

• Tracheitis;
• Bronchitis;
• Pneumonia;
• Bronchial asthma;
• Pulmonary tuberculosis;
• Pneumoconiosis;
• Cystic fibrosis;
• Laryngotracheitis;
• Bronchiectatic disease.

In addition, the tool is recommended for use when:

• Rhinitis;
• Inflammations of the paranasal sinuses (sinusitis, sinusitis);
• Laryngitis;
• Pharyngitis;
• Bronchoscopy (laboratory examination of bronchi);
• Surgical intervention on the lungs (to avoid congestion after surgery).

Physicians have been proven immunomodulating and anti-inflammatory properties of the drug. Therefore, pharmacists have proposed another effective use of expectorant drugs. The lozenges, which contain the substance ambroxol, are used to relieve the pain in the throat. The anti-inflammatory properties of the drug are supplemented with a local anesthetic effect. This helps to remove the pain syndrome.

It is known that laryngitis and pharyngitis are often provoked by viruses. Penetrating into the mouth, the microbes are collected on the surface of the tonsils and pharyngeal mucosa. Thus, during the resorption of pastilles, the antiviral substance directly affects the focus of infection.

Dosage of tablets

Such a dosage form is intended for adults and children who are 12 years old.

Tablets "Ambroxol hydrochloride" instruction recommends taking three times a day for 30 mg. More often doctors advise to drink pills after eating. However, you should know that eating does not affect the absorption of the drug. Therefore, it is not necessary to strictly observe such a regime. Take the tablets with plenty of water.

Another treatment regimen can be used. In this case, the tablet "Ambroxol hydrochloride" instruction advises to use the first three days according to the method described above. And then reduce the dosage to 2 pills a day. However, resort to this method of treatment is possible only if the drug has effectively affected the body.

If there are no improvements in the clinical picture for 3 days, you can consume up to 4 tablets per day.

Application of syrup

This dosage form is for children. Although adults can use this kind of drug Ambroxol hydrochloride.

The syrup is applied depending on the age of the small patient:

1. Crumbs up to 2 years are recommended twice a day to give 2.5 ml of solution.
2. Babies 2-6 years should use the medicine three times a day. Dosage - 2.5 ml.
3. Children aged 6-12 years can be given syrup twice or thrice a day. In this case, the dosage is increased to 5 ml.

It is important not to forget about the duration of therapy. It can last about 5-14 days. However, the use of the drug "Ambroxol hydrochloride" for more than 5 days requires compulsory consultation with the attending physician.

Parents need to remember about one more nuance. Syrup crumbs before 2 years old should be prescribed exclusively by a pediatrician. Since only a doctor can assess the possibility of a child's body to adequately cope with the increased amount of sputum. Unfortunately, parents are not able to conduct such an analysis. Therefore, they can not always make the right decision.

Side effects

Initially, it should be noted that both syrup and Ambroxol hydrochloride tablets are well tolerated by patients. This is evidenced by clinical trials and patient testimonials.

Extremely rare during therapy, the following adverse reactions may appear:

• Allergic manifestations (puffiness of the face, urticaria, rash);
• Abdominal pain, nausea;
• Dryness of the mucosa;
• headache;
• Flatulence, diarrhea, or constipation;
• Copious discharge from the nose;
• temperature increase;
• Exacerbation of the ulcer.

Such a clinic can be observed with an overdose of a medicine. Therefore, it is strictly forbidden to use the drug in doses exceeding the prescribed by the doctor.

To whom is the medicine contraindicated?

The drug is safe enough. Therefore, almost no contraindications. However, the drug "Ambroxol hydrochloride" instruction recommends not to use those individuals who have an individual sensitivity to this medication.

In addition, the drug is not intended for the treatment of dry cough. Do not combine this drug with antitussive medications (for example, with drugs containing codeine).

With increased caution to therapy with this drug should be treated people who have observed:

• Violation of motor function of the bronchi ;
• Ulcerative diseases during exacerbation;
• Severe pathology of the kidneys, liver.

Drug analogues

The active substance of the drug "Ambroxol hydrochloride" is found in many medications.

Thus, the following effective analogues of the drug can be distinguished:

• "Ambrogen".
• Ambrohexal.
• Ambrolan.
• Ambrosan.
• "Ambrotard 75".
• Bronhoxol.
• Bronchorus.
• "Lazolvan".
• "Medox".
• Neo-Bronhol.
• "Flavamed".
• "Khaliksol".

But it is not recommended to select a drug for therapy alone. In fact, besides the main active substance, medicines contain additional. For example, some of them include fructose, sorbitol. Such medications are not suitable for people suffering from diabetes. They can cause serious damage to their health.

In addition, such drugs are not suitable for patients who are diagnosed with congenital fructose intolerance.

Therefore, it is best to use only those medicines that have been prescribed by the attending physician.

Cost of preparation

Despite such extensive and effective impact on the body of the drug Ambroxol hydrochloride, the price for it is low.

So, the drug in the form of a syrup will cost the consumer in the amount of 70 to 150 rubles. One bottle contains 100 ml of solution. This amount of syrup is enough for the entire course of treatment.

The price of tablets is even more democratic. Packaging consisting of 20 pills, on average, costs 30 rubles. This price allows you to apply the medicine to all patients.

However, do not forget that any remedy should be prescribed by a doctor. Only in this case it is possible to count on favorable impact.