Ambrodil Syrup

Composition of Ambrodil Syrup

Ambrodil Syrup contains Ambroxol hydrochloride 15 mg/5 ml. It belongs to the Mucolytic (Ambroxol derivative) class of medicines.

Uses of Ambrodil Syrup

• Relief of productive (wet) cough
• chest congestion
• and thick mucus in conditions such as acute/chronic bronchitis
• COPD
• and other respiratory tract infections with excessive sputum.

Key benefits

• Thins and loosens thick phlegm
• Relieves chest congestion
• Helps in easier expectoration
• Reduces productive cough discomfort
• Improves breathing in mucus-filled airways

How Ambrodil Syrup works

Ambroxol is a mucolytic/expectorant that thins and loosens thick mucus by breaking down mucus structure and improving mucociliary clearance. This helps bring up phlegm more easily and eases breathing and cough due to congestion.

How to take Ambrodil Syrup

Oral syrup. Take as directed by a doctor. Commonly taken after food using a measuring cup/spoon; drink plenty of fluids to help loosen mucus. Do not exceed recommended dose; duration depends on symptoms.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, severe drowsiness, a racing heart and, with codeine, dangerously slow breathing. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Ambrodil Syrup

Most side effects of Ambrodil are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Nausea
• vomiting
• stomach upset
• diarrhoea
• abdominal pain
• dry mouth/throat
• altered taste
• rash

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Ambrodil Syrup

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in patients with history of gastric/peptic ulcer, severe liver or kidney impairment, or bronchial asthma. Stop and seek medical help if allergic reactions (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty) occur. Rare severe skin reactions (e.g., SJS/TEN) have been reported with ambroxol—discontinue if skin/mucosal lesions appear. Not for self-medication in persistent cough, recurrent fever, blood in sputum, or symptoms lasting >5–7 days; consult a doctor. Keep out of reach of children.

Do not take Ambrodil if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Codeine-containing preparations are not for children, or for anyone with breathing difficulty.

Interactions with other medicines

Cough suppressants (e.g., dextromethorphan, codeine) may hinder mucus clearance when used together; use only on medical advice. May increase lung concentrations of some antibiotics (e.g., amoxicillin, cefuroxime, erythromycin, doxycycline) without generally needing dose changes.

How to store Ambrodil Syrup

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct light. Keep bottle tightly closed; do not freeze.

Expert advice for Ambrodil Syrup

Drink plenty of water — it thins mucus better than any syrup. Steam inhalation helps congestion and costs nothing. Measure the dose with the cup supplied.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD

Therapeutic class:

Mucolytic/Expectorant

Drug class:

Mucolytic (Ambroxol derivative)