Medication info

Mucosol Injection (Ambroxol Hydrochloride)

Prescription medicationInjections정맥Expired
Ingredient · strength
Ambroxol Hydrochloride›7.5mg / 1mL
Manufacturer / importer
주식회사케이에스제약
Appearance
A clear colorless solution in a brown ampule.
Packaging
2 mL/ampule[*50]
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 202000582 · Notified 2020.02.04

This product's status changed to Expired on 2025.02.04. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Improvement of respiratory diseases (chronic bronchitis, asthma, etc.) and enhancement of surfactant production with a preventive effect on pulmonary complications.
Who receives it
Adults · Children
Adult administration
For Ambroxol hydrochloride, slow intravenous injection of 15 mg once, 2 to 3 times a day. In severe cases, the dose may be increased up to 30 mg once and administered by drip infusion with saline injection or Ringer's solution.
Child administration
In children, slow intravenous injection of 1.2 to 1.6 mg per kg of body weight per day. Ages 5 and above: 15 mg once, 2 to 3 times a day. Ages 2 to 4: 7.5 mg once, 3 times a day. Under 2 years: once.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
주식회사케이에스제약

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of respiratory diseases (chronic bronchitis, asthma, etc.) and enhancement of surfactant production with a preventive effect on pulmonary complications.

  • Mucous secretion disorders
  • acute bronchitis
  • chronic bronchitis
  • asthmatic bronchitis
  • acute attacks of bronchial asthma
  • respiratory distress syndrome
  • chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
  • pulmonary complications.
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This injection is used for the treatment of acute and chronic respiratory diseases such as chronic bronchitis, asthmatic bronchitis, and acute bronchial asthma attacks due to mucous secretion disorders. It also helps improve respiratory function by enhancing surfactant production in newborns and preterm infants with respiratory distress syndrome. This medication is effective in preventing pulmonary complications before and after surgery in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Therefore, this injection is used for the treatment of various respiratory diseases and for improving lung function.

How it is given

Adult administration

For Ambroxol hydrochloride, slow intravenous injection of 15 mg once, 2 to 3 times a day. In severe cases, the dose may be increased up to 30 mg once and administered by drip infusion with saline injection or Ringer's solution.

Child administration

In children, slow intravenous injection of 1.2 to 1.6 mg per kg of body weight per day. Ages 5 and above: 15 mg once, 2 to 3 times a day. Ages 2 to 4: 7.5 mg once, 3 times a day. Under 2 years: once.

Precautions

This medicine is in a glass ampule, and when used, glass fragments may enter, so care must be taken when cutting the ampule. Extra caution is especially required when used in children or elderly patients. This medication should not be used in individuals who are allergic to it or its components. It should be used cautiously in patients with impaired kidney function, severe liver dysfunction, and children under 2 years of age. Rarely, serious skin conditions may occur while using this medication, so if any new skin or mucous membrane damage occurs, discontinue use immediately and seek appropriate treatment. Gastrointestinal discomfort such as dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting, and heartburn may occur. Rarely, skin rashes or severe allergic reactions may occur, and if any unusual symptoms arise, consult a doctor immediately. Respiratory issues or neurological symptoms have also been reported rarely, so caution is advised upon the onset of symptoms. This medication may increase the concentration of certain antibiotics when used together, so be sure to consult a doctor or pharmacist about all medications being taken. Use is not recommended, especially in the first three months of pregnancy, and if breastfeeding, carefully consider the benefits and risks as this medication can be passed into breast milk. Elderly patients should be cautious and may need dose adjustments due to potential decreased body function. No specific symptoms have been reported in case of overdose, but if adverse reactions occur, inform a healthcare professional immediately, as symptomatic treatment may be necessary. Headaches, leg pain, or extreme fatigue may occur during injection, so it is recommended to inject slowly. This medication should only be mixed with saline injection or Ringer's solution and must be administered within 24 hours of mixing. Lastly, keep it in a safe place out of reach of children.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Urticaria, angioedema, difficulty breathing, severe acute anaphylactic reaction (including anaphylactic shock), Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell's syndrome).

Mild side effects

  • Dyspepsia
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • heartburn
  • dry mouth
  • discomfort in the upper abdomen
  • abdominal distension
  • abdominal pain
  • diarrhea
  • constipation
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  • loss of appetite
  • skin rash
  • urticaria-like erythema
  • itching
  • facial swelling
  • chills
  • purulent rhinitis
  • sensory disturbances of the tongue
  • changes in taste
  • oral paralysis sensation
  • arm paralysis sensation
  • headache
  • leg pain
  • extreme fatigue.

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in containers that block light. The storage temperature should be maintained between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This will help maintain the drug's effectiveness and safety for a longer period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A clear colorless solution in a brown ampule.

Package unit

2 mL/ampule[*50]

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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