Pharmgen Ambroxol Hydrochloride Syrup

Adult dose

As Ambroxol Hydrochloride, take 30 mg three times a day at the start of treatment, and 15 mg three times a day for ongoing treatment. This medicine can be taken regardless of meals.

Child dose

For ages 5 and older: 15 mg once, 2 to 3 times a day. For ages 2 to 4: 7.5 mg once, 3 times a day. Do not administer to children under 2 years old. However, if absolutely necessary, consult a doctor.

This medicine should not be taken by anyone who has an allergic reaction to this medication or its ingredients. Patients with severe renal impairment should also avoid taking this medicine. Likewise, individuals with severe liver dysfunction are advised to avoid this medication. Patients with fructose intolerance should refrain from taking this medicine due to the sorbitol ingredient. Patients with kidney issues must consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine. It is also necessary for patients with peptic ulcers to consult a specialist before using this medicine. Pregnant women, particularly those within the first three months of pregnancy, are advised not to take this medicine, and use during pregnancy is generally not recommended. Breastfeeding women are also advised to avoid this medication since it may be transmitted through breast milk. Elderly patients may have reduced body functions and should take care to adjust the dosage accordingly. Children under 2 years old should generally not take this medicine; however, if necessary, a doctor's consultation is required. If any symptoms such as skin rash, severe itching, swelling around the lips or eyes, or breathing difficulties occur while taking this medicine, it should be discontinued immediately and advice from a specialist should be sought. Additionally, gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain may arise, so caution is advised. Rarely, serious allergic reactions such as hives, skin rashes, or anaphylaxis may occur, and if such symptoms appear, immediate consultation with medical personnel is necessary. Respiratory symptoms or neurological symptoms like altered taste or numbness in the arms have also been reported, so careful observation for abnormalities is recommended. This medication may increase the concentration of certain antibiotics when taken together, so consultation with a specialist is recommended before co-administration. No specific symptoms have been reported with overdose; however, if any adverse reactions occur, notify medical personnel immediately and seek treatment. There are no reports indicating that this medication affects driving or machinery operation, but caution is advised based on individual responses. This medicine should be stored out of reach of children, away from direct sunlight, and kept tightly closed in a cool and dry place. Additionally, transferring the medication to another container may risk degradation in quality or misuse, so it must be stored in its original container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe acute anaphylaxis reaction (including anaphylactic shock), angioedema, difficulty breathing, skin-mucosa syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell syndrome)

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• oral sensory loss
• indigestion
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• abdominal pain
• heartburn
• dry mouth
• throat dryness
• stomach discomfort

Drug interactions

This medicine should be discussed with a doctor or pharmacist when taken in conjunction with antibiotics such as erythromycin, cephalexin, oxytetracycline, amoxicillin, cefuroxime, and doxycycline.

This medicine can be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be kept in a closed container. It should also be stored at room temperature, away from direct sunlight, and not in extremely hot or cold places.

Appearance

Light brown syrup with a fruity scent

Package unit

500mL/bottle