Mucov syrup (Ambroxol Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

As Ambroxol Hydrochloride, take 30 mg three times a day at the start of treatment, and during continued treatment, take 15 mg three times a day.

Child dose

Ages 5 and above: Take 15 mg once, 2 to 3 times a day. Ages 2 to 4: Take 7.5 mg once, 3 times a day. Not to be administered to children under 2 years of age.

This medication should not be taken by anyone who has had an allergic reaction to this drug or any ingredients contained in this medication. Additionally, patients with severely impaired kidney function or severely reduced liver function should not take this medication. Individuals with a genetic condition leading to poor digestion of fructose are advised not to take this medication due to the sorbitol component. Patients with mild kidney impairment or gastric ulcers should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. Pregnant women are especially advised not to take this medication during the first three months of pregnancy. Since this medication can cross the placenta, it should only be taken in the later stages of pregnancy after consulting a doctor. Breastfeeding women are advised to avoid this medication as it may be passed into breast milk. Elderly individuals may experience reduced bodily functions, so they should use this medication with caution or at a reduced dose. Children under 2 years old should generally not take this medication, and if necessary, they should receive a doctor's assessment. If any unusual symptoms, such as severe rashes or mucosal damage, occur while taking this medication, it should be stopped immediately and a healthcare professional should be consulted. This medication may occasionally cause gastrointestinal symptoms like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain, and rarely allergic reactions such as urticaria or respiratory distress may occur. There may also be disturbances in taste or sensations in the tongue or a feeling of numbness in the arms. This medication may increase the concentration of antibiotics in bronchial secretions and sputum when taken with certain antibiotics; therefore, it is important to consult a doctor when using it together. No specific symptoms of overdose have been reported, but immediate treatment should be sought if unusual symptoms appear. There is no evidence that this medication affects driving or operating machinery, but caution is advised for safety. Finally, this medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. It should be kept in its original container as transferring it to another container may pose a risk of misuse or quality degradation.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe acute anaphylaxis reaction (including anaphylactic shock), angioedema, facial swelling, respiratory distress, skin and mucous membrane syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell syndrome)

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• oral numbness
• indigestion
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• abdominal pain
• heartburn
• dry mouth
• dry throat
• upper abdominal discomfort

Drug interactions

This medication should be taken with caution when used in conjunction with antibiotics such as erythromycin, cephalexin, oxytetracycline, amoxicillin, cefuroxime, and doxycycline. Consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking.

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. The storage temperature should ideally be maintained between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius room temperature.

Appearance

Colorless to pale yellow cherry-flavored syrup

Package unit

500 mL/bottle