MUCOSOLVAN 30mg|5ml Syrup 60ml works by promoting mucus clearance and easing a productive cough.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for MUCOSOLVAN 30mg|5ml Syrup 60ml

Nausea and Vomiting rare

Diarrhea

Stomach discomfort

Skin rash and itching rare

Increased salivation rare

Decreased urination rare

Dry mouth

Heartburn

Altered sense of taste

Uses of MUCOSOLVAN 30mg|5ml Syrup 60ml
What is it prescribed for?

Emphysema
This medicine is used to ease the condition of shortness of breath, persistent cough, and inflammation of the airways of the lungs by making the sputum thin and less viscous and easy to cough out.

Tracheobronchitis
This medicine is used in the symptomatic treatment of tracheobronchitis which is an infection causing inflammation of the trachea (windpipe) and airways of the lungs. It relieves the patient from an excessive cough and thick sputum in this condition.

Acute exacerbations of bronchitis
This medicine should be given with the appropriate antibiotic in conditions of acute exacerbations of bronchitis (inflammation of the airways) since it helps in suppressing the excessive mucus secretion, which helps in improving cough, expectoration difficulties, and other symptoms.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

Onset of action
The effect of the medicine can be observed within 30 minutes.

Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 16 to 24 hours.

Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.

Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesired side effects.

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to MUCOSOLVAN 30mg|5ml Syrup 60ml or any other inactive ingredient present along with the formulation.

Gastric ulceration
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe gastric ulceration because it may worsen the condition.

Stevens-Johnson syndrome
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of Stevens-Johnson syndrome which is a rare but serious disorder of the skin.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesired side effects.

General Warnings

Other medicines
This medicine may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Kidney diseases
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

Liver diseases
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take/Administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Disease interactions

This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with gastric ulceration or a history of gastric ulceration due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. An alternative treatment option should be considered in some cases based on the clinical condition.

General Instructions

Take/Administer this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Other details

To be taken with food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

References

practo.com –
Ambroxol [Internet].
Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/ambroxol-530-api
[cited 7/9/2020].
2018

drugbank.ca –
Ambroxol [Internet].
Available from: https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB06742
[cited 7/9/2020].
2019