Ambokof
Form: Pediatric Drops
Strength: 6mg/ml
Generic Name: Ambroxol
Company: Novelta Bestway Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
MRP:৳ 30.0 (15ml bot)
Is Antibiotic: No
Indications
Ambokof is used for productive cough and in conditions where the respiratory tract has thick mucus, such as acute and chronic bronchitis, asthma, and bronchiectasis. Ambokof is also helpful in treating inflammation of the nose and throat, such as sinusitis, pharyngitis, and rhinitis, that is linked with thick mucus. Ambokof can be used in chronic pneumonia and other related conditions.
Pharmacology
Ambokof is a product of bromhexine and works better than bromhexine itself to help clear mucus from the lungs. Ambokof thins the mucus in the airways, making Ambokof easier to cough up, which helps to breathe better. Ambokof also helps produce substances in the lungs that help keep them open. Additionally, Ambokof has anti-inflammatory effects that reduce inflammation in the airways, and Ambokof helps improve airflow in people with chronic lung conditions like COPD.
Dosage & Administration
Pediatric Drops:
0-6 months: 0.5 ml twice a day
6-12 months: 1 ml twice a day
1-2 years: 1.25 ml twice a day
Syrup:
2-5 years: 2.5 ml (1/2 teaspoon) 2-3 times a day
5-10 years: 5 ml (1 teaspoon) 2-3 times a day
10 years and adults: 10 ml (2 teaspoons) 3 times a day
Sustained release capsule:
Adults and children over 12 years: 1 capsule once daily
Interaction
Ambokof should not be taken with antitussive medicines like Codeine, as Ambokof may prevent the mucus that has been thinned from being coughed up.
Contraindications
Ambokof is not suitable for people who are allergic to Ambroxol or Bromhexine.
Side Effects
Some people may experience stomach discomfort, such as pain or a feeling of fullness. Rarely, allergic reactions like rashes or swelling may occur.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Studies on pregnant animals have shown no harmful effects, but Ambokof is advised not to use Ambokof during pregnancy, especially in the first trimester. Its safety during breastfeeding is not yet confirmed.
Precautions & Warnings
Ambokof should be used carefully in patients with stomach ulcers or those who have convulsions. People with liver or kidney problems should take Ambokof with caution.
Overdose Effects
N/A
Therapeutic Class
Cough expectorants & mucolytics
Storage Conditions
Store in a dry place, away from direct light, and keep the temperature below 30°C. Keep out of reach of children.
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