Ambrohist S Syrup - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is ambrohist s syrup used for?
Ambrohist S Syrup is a combination of Terbutaline (a bronchodilator) and Ambroxol (a mucolytic) used to relieve cough and chest congestion in respiratory conditions like asthma and bronchitis. It works by relaxing airway muscles and thinning mucus for easier breathing.
- Generic Name: Terbutaline + Ambroxol
- Manufacturer: Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ ambrohist s syrup Uses & Benefits
Bronchial asthma, chronic bronchitis, COPD with excessive mucus.
Off-label uses: None commonly reported.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Terbutaline + Ambroxol |
| Brand Name | Astharid Plus Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | Bronchodilator + Mucolytic |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Terbutaline: Beta-2 adrenergic agonist; Ambroxol: Increases mucus clearance and surfactant production.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take ambrohist s syrup
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of ambrohist s syrup
โ Common Side Effects
- Tremor
- Headache
- Nausea
- Palpitations
- Cough
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Hypokalemia
- Arrhythmias
- Paradoxical bronchospasm
- Severe allergic reactions
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Seizures
- Pulmonary edema
- Anaphylaxis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Beta-blockers | Moderate | May reduce bronchodilator effect |
| MAOIs | Major | Increased risk of hypertensive crisis |
| Diuretics | Moderate | Hypokalemia risk |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Beta-blockers
- MAOIs
- Tricyclic antidepressants
โก Moderate Interactions
- Diuretics
- Corticosteroids
- Xanthines
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Anticholinergics
- Sympathomimetics
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Avoid alcohol; may increase CNS side effects.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity, tachyarrhythmias, hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy, severe hypertension.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Heart rate, blood pressure, serum potassium, pulmonary function tests.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Caution; Terbutaline excreted in milk, Ambroxol unknown.
๐ Overdose Management
Gastric lavage, activated charcoal, symptomatic treatment; beta-blockers for severe tachycardia.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose; do not double dose.