In the tropical countries of Asia, America, there is an amazing plant - justice vascular. Since ancient times, it has been considered healing. They were treated for colds and coughs. In the 20th century, pharmacists became interested in this overseas plant. So the drug "Bromhexine" was obtained. 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 an ancient cough medicine.
Issue Forms
The Ambroxol substance itself is produced in the form of a white powder with a bitter taste.
Based on this component, a variety of dosage forms are produced:
- pills;
- capsules with long lastingaction;
- syrup;
- inhalation solution;
- lozenges for sucking;
- solution for internal use;
- drops;
- injection solution.
Such an abundance of medicinal species confirms the popularity and effectiveness of the drug "Ambroxol hydrochloride".
Action on the body
The drug "Ambroxol hydrochloride" has a very multifaceted effect on the bronchopulmonary system. Instructions for use gives the following pharmacological properties:
- Mucolytic action. The drug quickly enters the respiratory system through the blood. Here it reduces the viscosity of sputum. As a result, she clears her throat much more easily.
- Secretomotor action. A decrease in sputum viscosity leads to the restoration of the motor function of the ciliated epithelium. This greatly facilitates the exit of sputum from the respiratory tract. In other words, the patient's cough becomes more productive.
- Expectorant action. The drug helps to increase the functioning of secretory cells. This effect leads to more mucus production. At the same time, it becomes less viscous and is easily coughed up.
- Regenerative effect. The medicine helps to restore the ciliated epithelium.
Application
Ambroxol hydrochloride is used for various pathologies of the respiratory organs. Instructions for use indicate that the agent significantly improves sputum expectoration incase of acute forms of diseases or exacerbation of chronic ailments. It is advisable to use it when the accumulation of stubborn mucus in the respiratory tract.
Thus, the drug "Ambroxol hydrochloride" instruction advises the use of the following pathologies:
- tracheitis;
- bronchitis;
- pneumonia;
- bronchial asthma;
- pulmonary tuberculosis;
- pneumoconiosis;
- cystic fibrosis;
- laryngotracheitis;
- bronchiectasis.
In addition, the product is recommended for use when:
- rhinitis;
- inflammation of the paranasal sinuses (sinusitis, sinusitis);
- laryngitis;
- pharyngitis;
- bronchoscopy (laboratory examination of the bronchi);
- lung surgery (to avoid accumulation of mucus after surgery).
Doctors have proven the immunomodulatory and anti-inflammatory properties of the drug. Therefore, pharmacists have proposed another effective use of an expectorant medicine. Pastilles, which include the substance Ambroxol, are used to get rid of a sore throat. The anti-inflammatory properties of the drug are supplemented by local anesthetic effects. This helps to relieve pain.
It is known that laryngitis, pharyngitis are often provoked by viruses. Penetrating into the oral cavity, microbes are collected on the surface of the tonsils and pharyngeal mucosa. Thus, during the resorption of lozenges, the antivir althe substance directly affects the focus of infection.
Pill dosage
This dosage form is intended for adults and children over 12 years of age.
Tablets "Ambroxol hydrochloride" instructions recommend taking three times a day, 30 mg. Most often, doctors advise taking pills after meals. However, you should be aware that eating food does not affect the absorption of the drug. Therefore, it is not necessary to strictly observe such a regime. Wash down the tablets with plenty of water.
Another treatment regimen may be used. In this case, the tablets "Ambroxol hydrochloride" instruction advises to use the first three days according to the method described above. And then reduce the dosage to 2 pills per day. However, resorting to this method of treatment is possible only if the drug has had an effective effect on the body.
If there is no improvement in the clinical picture for 3 days, it is allowed to use up to 4 tablets per day.
Use syrup
This dosage form is intended for children. Although adults can use this type of drug "Ambroxol hydrochloride".
Syrup is applied depending on the age of the little patient:
- It is recommended to give crumbs up to 2 years 2.5 ml of solution twice a day.
- Children 2-6 years old should take the medicine three times a day. Dosage - 2.5 ml.
- Children 6-12 years old can be given syrup twice or thrice a day. In this case, the dosage is increasedup to 5 ml.
It is important not to forget 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 a mandatory consultation with your doctor.
Parents need to remember one more nuance. Syrup for crumbs up to 2 years old should be prescribed exclusively by a pediatrician. Since only a doctor can assess the ability of the child's body to adequately cope with the increased amount of sputum. Parents, unfortunately, are not able to conduct such an analysis. Therefore, they cannot 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 reviews.
The following adverse reactions may occur very rarely during therapy:
- allergic manifestations (swelling of the face, hives, rash);
- abdominal pain, nausea;
- dry mucous;
- headache;
- flatulence, diarrhea or constipation;
- profuse nasal discharge;
- temperature increase;
- exacerbation of the ulcer.
Such a clinic can be observed with an overdose of medication. Therefore, it is strictly forbidden to use the drug in doses exceeding those prescribed by the doctor.
Who is the medicine contraindicated for?
The drug is quite safe. Therefore, there are practically no contraindications. However, the drug "Ambroxol hydrochloride"the instruction recommends not to use those persons who have identified individual sensitivity to this medication.
In addition, the drug is not at all intended for the treatment of dry cough. Do not combine this product with cough medicines (such as medicines containing codeine).
With increased caution, therapy with this drug should be taken to people who have:
- impaired motor function of the bronchi;
- ulcer disease during exacerbation;
- severe pathologies of the kidneys, liver.
Medicine analogues
The active substance of the drug "Ambroxol hydrochloride" is contained in many medicines.
Thus, the following effective analogues of the drug can be distinguished:
- Ambrobene.
- "Ambrohexal".
- Ambrolan.
- Ambrosan.
- "Ambrotard 75".
- Bronchoxol.
- Bronchorus.
- "Lazolvan".
- Medox.
- Neo-Bronchole.
- Flavamed.
- Haliksol.
But it is not recommended to choose a drug for therapy on your own. Indeed, in addition to the main active substance, drugs contain additional ones. For example, some of them include fructose, sorbitol. Such medicines are not suitable for people with diabetes. They can cause serious harm to their he alth.
In addition, these products are not suitable for patients who are diagnosed with congenital intolerancefructose.
Therefore, it is best to use only those medicines that have been prescribed by your doctor.
Drug cost
Despite such an extensive and effective effect on the body of the drug "Ambroxol hydrochloride", its price is low.
So, the drug in the form of syrup will cost the consumer in the amount of 70 to 150 rubles. One vial contains 100 ml of solution. This amount of syrup is enough for the entire course of treatment.
The price of a tablet drug is even more democratic. A pack of 20 pills costs an average of 30 rubles. This price allows the drug to be used by all patients.
However, do not forget that any remedy must be prescribed by a doctor. Only in this case, you can count on a beneficial effect.
