Ambro-Doz Syrup - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is ambro-doz syrup used for?
Ambro-Doz Syrup combines Ambroxol (15mg) and Guaifenesin (50mg) to treat cough with phlegm. Ambroxol thins mucus, while Guaifenesin loosens it, making coughs more productive and clearing airways. It is used for respiratory conditions like bronchitis and COPD.
- Generic Name: Ambroxol + Guaifenesin
- Manufacturer: Amzor Healthcare
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ ambro-doz syrup Uses & Benefits
Productive cough, acute/chronic bronchitis, COPD, bronchiectasis
Off-label uses: None well-established
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Ambroxol + Guaifenesin |
| Brand Name | Ambrolite-S Expectorant |
| Manufacturer | Amzor Healthcare |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | Mucolytic and Expectorant |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from light |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Ambroxol increases secretion of respiratory tract fluid and reduces mucus viscosity; Guaifenesin increases respiratory tract fluid to thin bronchial secretions.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take ambro-doz syrup
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of ambro-doz syrup
โ Common Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Headache
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Severe allergic reaction
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Bronchospasm
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Anaphylaxis
- Angioedema
- Renal calculi
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Cough suppressants (e.g., Dextromethorphan) | Moderate | May cause excessive respiratory depression |
| Anticholinergics (e.g., Atropine) | Minor | May reduce effectiveness of Ambroxol |
| Mucolytics (e.g., Acetylcysteine) | Moderate | Increased risk of bronchospasm |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Cough suppressants (e.g., codeine)
- Anticholinergics
โก Moderate Interactions
- MAOIs
- Antihypertensives
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Antacids
- Cimetidine
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Avoid alcohol; may increase sedation
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to any component, peptic ulcer, severe hepatic/renal impairment
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Cough frequency, sputum characteristics, respiratory function
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Use with caution; not recommended
๐ Overdose Management
Gastric lavage, supportive care, monitor for CNS depression
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
โญ User Reviews
Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.