AMBROLITE-S SYR

Overview

AMBROLITE-S SYR is a Schedule H antibiotic.

AMBROLITE-S SYR is composed of: AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE (30 MG), GUAIFENESIN (10 MG/ML), SALBUTAMOL (1 ML)

Ambroxol hydrochloride promotes mucus clearence, facilitates expectoration and eases productive cough

Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth.Guaifenesin is used to reduce chest congestion caused by the common cold, infections, or allergies.It promotes lower respiratory tract drainage by thinning the mucus in the air passages to make it easier to cough up the mucus and clear the airways. 

Usage

AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE is generally used to treat: Acute Bronchitis, Bronchospasm Cough
AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE can address symptoms like: Thick Saliva Or Mucus, Throat Soreness

GUAIFENESIN is generally used to treat: Bronchitis, Laryngitis, Pharyngitis, Rhinitis, Sinusitis, Whooping Cough
GUAIFENESIN can address symptoms like: Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty Breathing, Wheezing, Cough, Chest Pain, Chest Discomfort, Fever, Head Headache, Fatigue (tiredness), Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

AMBROLITE-S SYR is generally taken After Food.

Precautions

Diabetic, Asthma patients should take advice from Dr.

• You should not use guaifenesin if you are allergic to guaifenesin.
• Use guaifenesin exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.
• Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
• Take guaifenesin with food if it upsets your stomach.Measure the liquid form of guaifenesin with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon.
• Do not crush, chew, break, or open a controlled-release, delayed-release, or extended-release tablet or capsule. Swallow it whole. Breaking or opening the pill may cause too much of the drug to be released at one time.
• Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
• This medication may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.
• The liquid forms and powder packets of this medication may contain aspartame. If you have phenylketonuria  or any other condition that requires you to restrict your intake of aspartame (or phenylalanine), consult your doctor or pharmacist about using this product safely.
• Use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle; discard after 4 weeks of opening even if not used

Symptoms of Overdosage

AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Vomit

Common Side-Effects

AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE : Stomach Pain, Allergic Dermatitis, Nausea, Vomit
GUAIFENESIN : Diarrhoea, Skin Rash, Hives, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Upset Stomach

Serious Side-Effects

AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE : Diarrhoea
GUAIFENESIN : Breathlessness, Difficulty Breathing

Technical Classification

AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE is categorized as: MUCOLYTICS / RESPIRATORY INHALANT PRODUCTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
GUAIFENESIN is categorized as: EXPECTORANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

2 Times Daily	48%
3 Times Daily	47%

What was the Dosage Advised?

5ml	52%
2.5ml	24%
2tsf	7%
4ml	6%
3ml	4%

Directions with respect to food?

After Food

100%

How long was it prescribed?

5 Days	73%
3 Days	11%
7 Days	9%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

Below 5yrs	63%
5 to 12yrs	26%
12 to 18yrs	6%
18 to 35yrs	2%
35 to 50yrs	1%
70yrs and above	1%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females

42%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Pediatrician	95%
ENT	3%
General Practitioner	1%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

ALLEGRA SYR	52%
LEVOLIN NEB	37%
CROCIN DS- SUSP	20%

Available Alternatives

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

AMBROGEN-S SYR	INR 36 for 100ML SYRUP	GUAIFENESIN 50 MG, AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE 30 MG, SALBUTAMOL 1 MG
AMBROLITE-S SYR	INR 54 for 100 ML SYRUP	AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE 30 MG, GUAIFENESIN 10 MG/ML, SALBUTAMOL 1 ML