Brand Name: Ambrolex

Generic Name: Ambroxol HCl

Indication: Acute and Chronic disorders of the respiratory tract associated with
pathologically thickened mucus and impaired mucus transport.
Drug Classification: Antiasthmatic, Mucolytic
Mechanism of Action: Mucolytic which changes the structure of Bronchial secretions
by reduction and fragmentation of the Mucopolysaccharide fibers, leading
to reduce viscosity of Mucous, thus expectoration is facilitated.
Dosage: Tab: Adult and Children >12 yr 1 tab tid. Retard Capsule Adult and Children >
12 yr 1 cap daily SyrupAdult and children > 12 yr 1-2 tsp tid. 6 – 12 yr 1 tsp
bid-tid, 2-6 yr ½ tsp bid infant drops. Children 13-24 months 1 mL bid. 7 -12
months 0.75 mL bid, < 6 months 0.5 mL bid
Special Precaution: Early month or pregnancy
Pregnancy Risk Category:
Adverse Reaction: Mild GI side effects, Rash
Contraindications: This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of
its ingredients.
Form: Tablet 30 mg, Retard Cap 75 mg, Syrup 30 mg/5 ml x 60 ml, 120 ml, Infant
drops 7.5 mg/ml x 15 ml
Nursing Responsibility:
 advice patient to drink plenty of fluids, particularly hot fluids to facilitate moist
air passages and to refrain from things that can irritate the throat such as
smoke.