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Kims Ambroxol Hydrochloride Tablet

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Ingredient · strength
Ambroxol Hydrochloride›30mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)킴스제약
Appearance
White round tablet
Packaging
1000 tablets/bottle, 10 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP X1)]
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 202004277 · Notified 2020.06.08

This product's status changed to Expired on 2025.06.08. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Improvement of acute and chronic bronchitis and asthmatic bronchitis (mucus secretion disorder)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Take 30 mg three times a day as Ambroxol Hydrochloride. For continuous treatment, take 30 mg twice a day.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)킴스제약

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of acute and chronic bronchitis and asthmatic bronchitis (mucus secretion disorder)

  • Mucus secretion disorder
  • acute bronchitis
  • chronic bronchitis
  • asthmatic bronchitis
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This medication is used for acute and chronic respiratory diseases with mucus secretion disorders, such as acute bronchitis, chronic bronchitis, and asthmatic bronchitis. It is available in various formulations (tablets, capsules, syrups, inhalants) to be taken according to the patient's condition. This medication helps alleviate symptoms and facilitates breathing by regulating mucus secretion in the respiratory tract. Therefore, it is a suitable treatment for patients suffering from these respiratory diseases.

How to take

Adult dose

Take 30 mg three times a day as Ambroxol Hydrochloride. For continuous treatment, take 30 mg twice a day.

Precautions

This medication contains the artificial sweetener aspartame, and should not be taken by individuals with phenylketonuria, a genetic disorder. The maximum allowable daily intake of aspartame is limited to 40mg per kg of body weight, thus excessive intake should be avoided. Individuals who have hypersensitivity to this medication or severe renal or hepatic impairment should not take it. Additionally, patients with fructose intolerance or genetic lactose intolerance should not take this medication. Patients with weakened kidney function, peptic ulcer, pregnant women in early stages, nursing mothers, and the elderly should consult a physician or pharmacist before use. Particularly, it is not recommended to take this medication during early pregnancy as it may be transmitted through the placenta and breast milk. If symptoms such as skin rash, itching, or fever appear during use, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a specialist. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, or allergic reactions such as hives and difficulty breathing may occur, so caution is advised. Moreover, this medication may increase antibiotic concentration in the bronchial and pulmonary secretions when taken with certain antibiotics. No specific symptoms have been reported in case of overdose; however, if abnormal reactions occur, immediate treatment should be sought. Reports indicate that this medication does not affect driving or operating machinery, but it is advisable to take it with caution. Store in a cool, dry place out of the reach of children and keep tightly closed in the original container.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema, difficulty breathing, anaphylactic reactions (including anaphylactic shock), mucocutaneous syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell's syndrome).

Mild side effects

  • Nausea
  • vomiting
  • diarrhea
  • dyspepsia
  • abdominal pain
  • heartburn
  • dry mouth
  • discomfort in the upper stomach
  • bloating of the stomach and abdomen
  • constipation
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  • loss of appetite
  • altered taste sensation
  • numbness of the oral cavity
  • numbness in the arms
  • skin rash
  • hives
  • urticarial erythema
  • itching
  • facial swelling
  • fever accompanied by chills.

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

Storage

This medication can be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. The storage temperature is recommended to be maintained between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Storing it this way can help preserve the medication's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

1000 tablets/bottle, 10 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP X1)]

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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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