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SP Ambroxol belongs to the group of drugs acting on the respiratory tract, used in the treatment of acute and chronic respiratory diseases accompanied by increased mucus secretion. Let's learn about the use of SP Ambroxol through the article below.
1. What is SP Ambroxol?
SP Ambroxol is made in the form of tablets, with the main active ingredient being Ambroxol hydrochloride with a content of 30mg and other excipients sufficient as microcrystalline cellulose PH-102, Flowlac 100, Low-substituted hydroxypropyl cellulose, Sodium starch glycolate, magnesium stearate.
Ambroxol has a mucolytic, expectorant effect, is rapidly absorbed and peaks after 0.5 - 3 hours after oral administration.
2. Uses of SP Ambroxol
SP Ambroxol is used in the following cases:
Acute and chronic respiratory diseases with increased bronchial secretions such as acute exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, asthmatic bronchitis, bronchial asthma. The patients after emergency and surgery to prevent lung complications.
3. Dosage - how to use SP Ambroxol
Adults and children over 10 years old: take 3 tablets 3 times a day, take the medicine after eating. If used for a long time, reduce the dose to 2 times / day.
4. Contraindications SP Ambroxol
Do not use SP Ambroxol in the following cases:
People with a history of allergy to Ambroxol or to any of its ingredients. People with advanced peptic ulcer disease.
5. Side effects of SP Ambroxol
When using SP Ambroxol may experience some of the following side effects:
Digestive disorders: nausea, vomiting, heartburn, indigestion, dry mouth, diarrhea Allergic reactions, rash. Increase in liver enzymes During the use of the drug, if you see any serious abnormal symptoms, you should immediately contact your treating doctor or medical staff for guidance and timely treatment.
6. SP Ambroxol drug interactions
Taking Ambroxol with antibiotics Amoxicillin, Cefuroxim, Erythromycin, Doxycycline can increase antibiotic concentration in lung parenchyma.
Ambroxol has an expectorant effect, so it should not be used with cough suppressants because it can aggravate the condition.
7. Notes and cautions during the use of SP Ambroxol
Be careful with people with peptic ulcers and hemoptysis because Ambroxol can dissolve blood clots, causing recurrent bleeding.
For pregnant and lactating women: There are no adequate data on the harmful effects of Ambroxol when used in pregnant women and whether Ambroxol is excreted in breast milk or not. during the first 3 months of pregnancy.
In addition to the above information, if you have any questions about SP Ambroxol, you should actively ask your doctor for advice and appropriate indications.
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