"Ambrohexal" for inhalations, syrup, tablets - for adults and children

If you are tortured by a cough, Ambroghexal will help - for inhalations, syrup or tablets. This synthetic drug belongs to the group of mucolytic or expectorants. Its action is aimed at reducing the viscosity of phlegm and suppressing cough. The active ingredient in the preparation is ambroxol.

The reaction of the body to "Ambrohexal" is celebrated literally in half an hour-hour after taking the medicine. The drug lasts for half a day, and three days after the start of treatment, the maximum therapeutic effect is observed: rales in the lungs decrease, the cough weakens, and then completely disappears. The drug after ingestion is easily and completely absorbed from the digestive tract and excreted by the kidneys.

Produce this drug in the form of tablets - usual and effervescent, solution for ingestion and syrup. A solution of the drug Ambrohexal for inhalation is widely used.

Indications for the use of this drug are acute or chronic diseases of the respiratory tract, accompanied by the release of viscous sputum, or bronchial asthma, in which its passage is difficult.

In the form of inhalation, the Ambroghexal solution is recommended for adults and children. The procedure should be performed no more than twice a day, using 40-60 drops of the drug. Children under 5 years old are advised to reduce the dose of the drug, adding up to 40 drops in the inhaler. If there is no possibility of inhalation more than 1 time per day, the treatment should be supplemented by taking the drug inside. During the course to strengthen the mucolytic effect, doctors recommend drinking plenty of liquid - juices, tea or water.

"Ambrohexal" for inhalations is prescribed exclusively individually, and the duration of treatment depends on the severity and neglect of the disease. If after 4-5 days of the effect is not observed, additional consultation of the doctor is required. If the treatment regimen and dosage are not adhered to, the effectiveness of the drug can be significantly lower. If reception of the next dose of a medicine has been passed, to exceed the subsequent it is not necessary.

The drug "Ambroghexal" (inhalation solution) is not prescribed for hypersensitivity to the components of this drug, in particular, to ambroxol. Since strictly controlled medical research on its safety was not carried out, then in the first trimester of pregnancy and breastfeeding the appointment of this drug is also undesirable. With extreme caution, it should be applied to patients suffering from severe impairment of kidney and liver function.

Ambrohexal for inhalations can also cause side effects. Rarely, but perhaps a feeling of dry mouth and an increase in the nasal secretion of mucus. Sometimes the reaction of the body to the medicine can manifest itself in the form of puffiness, skin rashes, itching, choking, fever and chills. In isolated cases, anaphylactic shock is possible . Therefore, any manifestations of an allergic nature should be reported to the doctor who either completely abolishes the treatment with this drug, or reduces its dosage.

If the treatment regimen is not adhered to, an overdose of "Ambrohexal" may occur, which is manifested in the appearance of severe short-term anxiety and diarrhea. If the dose is exceeded significantly, then there may be increased salivation, vomiting and even severe arterial hypotension. In this case, it is necessary to immediately stop taking the medication, and in case of an extreme overdose, wash the stomach and perform symptomatic therapy.

With the simultaneous administration of this drug with antibacterial agents, there is an improvement in the penetration of antibiotics into the upper respiratory tract (it is used most often in combination with doxycycline). The appointment of "Ambrohexal" and antitussive drugs at the same time is undesirable.

The drug should be stored at room temperature in the dark place for not more than 4 years.