ambroson syrup - Ambroxol (15mg) + Guaifenesin (15mg) medicine

Ambroson Syrup - Uses, Price, Side Effects

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🏭 Micro Organics Pharmaceuticals India Pvt Ltd 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Oct 17, 2026
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Clinical Reference Standards: CDSCO (Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation), Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP) & WHO | Last Updated: September 2026

What is ambroson syrup used for?

Ambroson Syrup is a combination medicine containing Ambroxol (15mg) and Guaifenesin (15mg). It is used to treat productive cough with thick mucus. Ambroxol works as a mucolytic, thinning mucus, while Guaifenesin acts as an expectorant, helping to clear mucus from the airways. It provides relief from chest congestion and makes coughing more productive.

  • Generic Name: Ambroxol + Guaifenesin
  • Manufacturer: Micro Organics Pharmaceuticals India Pvt Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: Category A
  • Prescription Required: Yes
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💊 ambroson syrup Uses & Benefits

Productive cough, acute/chronic bronchitis, COPD, bronchiectasis

Off-label uses: None well-established

📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Ambroxol + Guaifenesin
Brand NameAmbrolite-S Expectorant
ManufacturerMicro Organics Pharmaceuticals India Pvt Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassRESPIRATORY
Action ClassMucolytic and Expectorant
Route of AdministrationOral
StorageStore at room temperature (20-25°C), protect from light
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

🔬 How This Medicine Works (Pharmacology)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionWell absorbed orally
DistributionDistributes widely in body tissues
Protein BindingAmbroxol: ~90%; Guaifenesin: ~50%
MetabolismAmbroxol: Hepatic; Guaifenesin: Hepatic
Half-LifeAmbroxol: 7-12 hours; Guaifenesin: 1 hour
ExcretionAmbroxol: Renal; Guaifenesin: Renal
BioavailabilityAmbroxol: ~70%; Guaifenesin: ~95%
Onset of Action30-60 minutes
Peak Plasma TimeAmbroxol: 1-3 hours; Guaifenesin: 0.5-1 hour
Duration of Action6-12 hours

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

1Ambroxol stimulates serous cells in bronchial glands to increase thin secretions
2Ambroxol depolymerizes mucopolysaccharides, reducing mucus viscosity
3Guaifenesin increases respiratory tract fluid volume, thinning mucus
4Enhanced mucociliary clearance and expectoration

💡 How to Take ambroson syrup

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

Dosage Timeline

🌅 Morning ✅ ☀️ Afternoon ❌ 🌆 Evening ✅ 🌙 Night ❌

⚠️ Side Effects of ambroson syrup

✅ Common Side Effects

Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Headache

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Severe allergic reaction
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Bronchospasm

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Anaphylaxis
Angioedema
Renal calculi

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🔬 Drug Interactions

Drug Severity Effect
Cough suppressants (e.g., Codeine) Moderate May cause excessive respiratory depression
Anticholinergics (e.g., Atropine) Moderate May reduce effectiveness of Ambroxol
Mucolytics (e.g., Acetylcysteine) Minor Additive mucolytic effect

🚨 Major Interactions

  • Cough suppressants (e.g., codeine)
  • Anticholinergics

⚡ Moderate Interactions

  • MAOIs
  • Antihypertensives

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

Avoid alcohol; may increase sedation

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

🚫 Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to any component, peptic ulcer, severe hepatic/renal impairment

🤱 Lactation Safety

Use with caution; not recommended

💊 Overdose Management

Gastric lavage, supportive care, monitor for CNS depression

⏰ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose

🔄 Substitutes for ambroson syrup

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Alternative brands with exact same active ingredient:

Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

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