ambropil br syrup
What is ambropil br syrup used for?
This medicine contains Ambroxol (15mg/5ml) + Terbutaline (2.5mg/5ml) and is used to treat RESPIRATORY. Ambroxol increases mucus clearance by stimulating surfactant production and reducing mucus viscosity. Always consult your doctor before use.
- Generic Name: Ambroxol + Terbutaline
- Manufacturer: Psychotropics India Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Category C
- Prescription Required: Yes
💊 ambropil br syrup Uses & Benefits
Acute and chronic respiratory conditions with excessive mucus and bronchospasm (e.g., COPD, asthma, bronchitis)
Off-label uses: Neonatal respiratory distress syndrome (ambroxol), cough associated with upper respiratory infections
📋 Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Ambroxol + Terbutaline |
| Brand Name | Ambropil BR Syrup |
| Manufacturer | Psychotropics India Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | Mucolytic + Bronchodilator |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (15-30°C), protect from light |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
🔬 How This Medicine Works (Pharmacology)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Ambroxol increases mucus clearance by stimulating surfactant production and reducing mucus viscosity; Terbutaline stimulates beta-2 adrenergic receptors causing bronchodilation.
Mechanism Steps
💡 How to Take ambropil br syrup
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
⚠️ Side Effects of ambropil br syrup
✅ Common Side Effects
🚨 Serious Side Effects
⚠️ Rare Side Effects
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
🔬 Drug Interactions
| Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| MAOIs | Major | Increased risk of hypertensive crisis |
| Beta-blockers | Major | Antagonism of bronchodilator effect |
| Diuretics | Moderate | Hypokalemia risk |
| Corticosteroids | Moderate | Additive hypokalemia |
| Xanthine derivatives | Moderate | Increased CNS stimulation |
| Anticholinergics | Minor | Additive anticholinergic effects |
| Other sympathomimetics | Minor | Increased cardiovascular effects |
🚨 Major Interactions
- MAOIs
- Beta-blockers
⚡ Moderate Interactions
- Diuretics
- Corticosteroids
- Xanthine derivatives
🍷 Alcohol Interaction
Avoid alcohol; may increase CNS depression
🛡️ Safety & Warnings
🚫 Contraindications
Hypersensitivity, hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy, tachyarrhythmias, severe hyperthyroidism
🤱 Lactation Safety
Use with caution; excreted in breast milk
💊 Overdose Management
Symptomatic and supportive; consider activated charcoal, monitor cardiac function
⏰ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose; do not double dose