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Ambrodil S Syrup 100 ml
Ambrodil S Syrup 100 ml

Ambrodil S Syrup is used to treat cough associated with respiratory disorders like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It contains Salbutamol and Ambroxol, which work by widening and relaxing the airways (bronchi) of the lungs. Also, it makes sputum less viscous and makes breathing easier in asthma and COPD patients who have laboured breathing. It may cause common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, restlessness, tremor, headache, muscle cramps, dizziness, sleepiness and increased heart rate. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Written By Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta , PharmD (PB)
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

AMBROXOL-15MG+SALBUTAMOL-1MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Ambrodil S Syrup

Ambrodil S Syrup is a medicine prescribed to relieve productive coughs associated with airway spasms and chest congestion. It is primarily used to treat respiratory conditions like bronchitis, asthma, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) where heavy phlegm makes breathing difficult. Relaxing tight lung muscles and clearing mucus, it helps restore comfortable breathing.

For the best results, you should take Ambrodil S Syrup consistently at the same times every day as directed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food, though taking it with meals can help prevent stomach irritation. Drinking plenty of water and using a humidifier are simple daily habits that can significantly speed up your recovery.

While taking this medicine, you may experience mild side effects like a slight tremor, fast heart rate, or stomach upset. However, if you develop severe chest pain, a highly irregular heartbeat, or signs of an allergic reaction like hives, seek immediate medical attention. Always consult your doctor if you experience any persistent or worsening symptoms.

Talk to your doctor before starting Ambrodil S Syrup if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, an overactive thyroid, or diabetes. Do not take this medicine if you have a known allergy to any of its ingredients or a history of severe heart complications.

This medicine can interact with certain blood pressure drugs, antidepressants, and alcohol, which may increase the risk of side effects or reduce treatment effectiveness. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or an older adult, consult your doctor or pharmacist to ensure this treatment is safe for your specific situation.

Uses of Ambrodil S Syrup

Your doctor may prescribe this medicine to treat several conditions, including:

  • Cough with mucus: Helps loosen thick, sticky phlegm, making it easier to cough up and clear from the chest.
  • Bronchitis: Relaxes airway muscles to reduce chest tightness and clears accumulated secretions to ease breathing.
  • Asthma and COPD complications: Relieves sudden tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) and reduces heavy mucus build-up.

 

Key Benefits

Ambrodil S Syrup provides rapid respiratory support by helping open the airways and clear mucus buildup. By combining airway relaxation with mucus-thinning action, this medicine offers several key health benefits:

  • Fast Relief from Breathing Difficulty: Ambrodil S Syrup helps relax airway muscles, providing quick relief from chest tightness, wheezing, and shortness of breath while making it easier to breathe.
  • Effective Mucus Clearance: By thinning and loosening thick, sticky phlegm, Ambrodil S Syrup helps your natural cough remove mucus more effectively and keeps the airways clearer.
  • Improved Recovery and Daily Comfort: By reducing respiratory symptoms, Ambrodil S Syrup supports faster recovery from breathing flare-ups, improves sleep quality, and helps you return to daily activities with fewer coughing episodes.
     
Side effects of Ambrodil S Syrup 100 ml
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
  • Avoid triggers like alcohol, caffeine, and energy drinks.
  • Try relaxation techniques such as yoga, meditation, or deep breathing.
  • Exercise regularly as it helps maintain heart health.
  • Follow a nutritious and balanced diet.

Directions for Use

Follow these step-by-step instructions for taking this oral medicine:

  • Measure the liquid dose carefully using the provided measuring cup or syringe to ensure you receive the correct amount.
  • Take this medicine exactly at the times prescribed by your doctor, keeping the intervals as even as possible.
  • You can take this medicine with or without food.
  • Always follow your doctor's exact instructions and do not change your dose or stop taking the medicine without consulting them first.
     

How Ambrodil S Syrup Works

Ambrodil S Syrup contains salbutamol and ambroxol. It works through the combined action of its two active components to target both airway constriction and heavy chest congestion simultaneously. The first active component is an airway-relaxing medicine (bronchodilator). It acts directly on the small muscles surrounding your airways, causing them to relax and widen. This action quickly opens up the lungs, allowing air to flow in and out with less effort. The second active component is a mucus-thinning agent (mucolytic). It works by chemically breaking down the structure of thick, sticky phlegm in the respiratory tract. By making the mucus thinner and more watery, it allows your body's natural coughing reflex to easily clear the secretions out of your chest.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your condition, causing sleep disturbances (sleep apnoea).

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Pregnancy

Caution

There is limited data on how the Ambrodil S Syrup affects pregnancy. Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or are already pregnant before starting Ambrodil S Syrup .

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Breast Feeding

Caution

There is limited data on how Ambrodil S Syrup affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before starting Ambrodil S Syrup .

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Driving

Caution

Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience drowsiness, increased/uneven heart rate and shakiness while using Ambrodil S Syrup . This may affect your ability to drive. Seek medical attention if the symptoms persist longer.

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Liver

Caution

Ambrodil S Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver disease or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Ambrodil S Syrup .

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Kidney

Caution

Ambrodil S Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney disease. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Ambrodil S Syrup .

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Children

Caution

Ambrodil S Syrup is not recommended for children less than 4 years of age. However, it can be given to the children above 4 years of age if prescribed by the doctor.

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Heart

Caution

Ambrodil S Syrup can be used in heart patients if prescribed by the physician. Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Exercise caution while giving Ambrodil S Syrup in geriatric patients. Close monitoring of the individual is required.

What if I have taken an overdose of Ambrodil S Syrup

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Ambrodil S Syrup as it may cause an overdose. If you suspect you have taken an overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Stay well-hydrated: Drink at least 8 to 10 glasses of warm water daily to help the mucus-thinning component work more effectively in clearing chest congestion.
  • Use a cool-mist humidifier: Keeping the air in your room moist helps soothe irritated airways and prevents mucus from drying up.
  • Avoid respiratory irritants: Stay away from tobacco smoke, chemical fumes, strong perfumes, and heavy dust, which can trigger bronchospasms and worsen your cough.
  • Practice deep breathing exercises: Controlled breathing techniques can help expand your lung capacity and assist in clearing phlegm from your airways.
  • Eat warm, soothing foods: Warm broths, herbal teas, and honey can help soothe throat irritation caused by frequent coughing.
     

Health Queries

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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Ambrodil S Syrup to start to work: Ambrodil S Syrup ideally shows its action within 30 minutes after administration. The time for which the effects of Ambrodil S Syrup last: The effect of Ambrodil S Syrup lasts for 16 to 24 hours.

What if you forget to take Ambrodil S Syrup

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time. Do not take a double dose.

Storage

Store Ambrodil S Syrup at room temperature, ideally below 30°C (86°F), in a dry place away from direct sunlight and heat. Do not freeze the medicine.

Drug Warnings

  • Always check the expiration date on the packaging before taking a dose.
  • If using the liquid form, shake the bottle well before each use to ensure the active ingredients are evenly mixed.
  • Inspect the liquid inside the bottle; do not use it if you notice any unusual color change, cloudiness, or floating particles.
  • Use the precise measuring device provided with the medicine rather than a household spoon, which can lead to incorrect dosing.
  • Avoid using other cough or cold medicines alongside Ambrodil S Syrup unless specifically advised by your doctor to prevent accidental duplication of active ingredients.
     

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions:

Inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines, as they may interact.

  • Beta-blockers (e.g., propranolol): They may block the action of the airway-relaxing component, rendering the medicine ineffective and potentially narrowing the airways.
  • Diuretics (water pills): Taking these together may increase the risk of low potassium levels in your blood.
  • Certain antidepressants (like MAOIs or tricyclics): They may increase the risk of heart-related side effects, such as a very fast heart rate or high blood pressure.

Drug-Food Interactions:

  • Caffeine: High intake of caffeine (from coffee, tea, or sodas) can compound the stimulant effects of the medicine, leading to increased shakiness, anxiety, or a rapid heart rate.

Drug-Disease Interactions:

Inform your doctor if you have a history of the following conditions before taking Ambrodil S Syrup , as it may worsen your condition or cause complications.

  • Heart Disease or High Blood Pressure: The active ingredients can stimulate the heart, potentially worsening arrhythmias, chest pain, or hypertension.
  • Diabetes: May cause a temporary increase in blood sugar levels, requiring closer monitoring of your glucose.
  • Overactive Thyroid (Hyperthyroidism): Can worsen symptoms like tremors and rapid heart rate associated with thyroid issues.
     
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FAQs

Ambrodil S Syrup contains Salbutamol and Ambroxol. Salbutamol is a bronchodilator that works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Ambroxol is a mucolytic agent (cough/sputum thinner) that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe and nose. Thereby, it helps to cough out easily.
Ambrodil S Syrup can cause a rise in blood glucose levels. Hence, monitor your blood glucose levels if you have diabetes and inform your doctor so that the dose can be adjusted accordingly.
Yes, Ambrodil S Syrup may cause hypokalemia (low potassium level); therefore, it should be used with caution in patients with bronchospasm. Consult your doctor before taking Ambrodil S Syrup .
Take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.
No, Ambrodil S Syrup should not be taken with any medication used for seizures or fits, as it might worsen your condition.
Do not take Ambrodil S Syrup and let your doctor know before using Ambrodil S Syrup if you have any diseases affecting the heart or blood vessels, any infection in your lungs, overactivity of the thyroid gland, low levels of potassium in your blood, diabetes or hereditary problems of galactose intolerance, the Lapp lactase deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption. Taking Ambrodil S Syrup in these conditions can make your health condition worsen, even to the point of hospitalisation.
Ambrodil S Syrup is a combination medication containing two active ingredients: Salbutamol (a bronchodilator that widens narrowed airways) and Ambroxol (an expectorant and mucolytic agent that thins and loosens mucus). It treats coughs associated with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
This combination is generally safe when used as directed. However, it can cause side effects and interact with other medications. To use safely, follow the instructions and share your medical history and current medications with your doctor.
Store Ambrodil S Syrup in its original container by keeping it cool, dry, and away from sunlight. Keep it out of children's reach. Regularly check the expiration date and close the container tightly after every use. To dispose of Ambrodil S Syrup , remove the label, place it in a plastic bag, and discard it in the household trash. Never flush the medicine down the toilet or sink to protect others and the environment.
The common side effects of Ambrodil S Syrup include nausea and vomiting, restlessness and tremors, headache, muscle cramps, dizziness, sleepiness, and increased heart rate. Most of these side effects are mild and temporary and resolve on their own over time. However, if they persist or worsen, you must consult your doctor.
Ambrodil S Syrup is specifically designed for a wet, productive cough accompanied by chest congestion and narrowed airways. It may not be suitable or effective for a dry, tickly cough. Talk to your doctor to get the right diagnosis and treatment for your specific type of cough.
The airway-relaxing component typically begins to work within 15 to 30 minutes of taking the oral dose, providing quick relief from chest tightness. The mucus-thinning effect builds up gradually over a couple of days of consistent use. Talk to your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after a few days.
Some people may find that the active ingredients cause mild stimulation, leading to difficulty falling asleep or feelings of restlessness. If you experience this, it is best to take your last dose a few hours before bedtime. Talk to your doctor about the best schedule for your needs.
This medicine contains a stimulant-like component that can raise blood pressure or increase your heart rate. If you have hypertension, you must use this medication with caution and only under strict medical supervision. Talk to your doctor to see if this is safe for you.
Drinking alcohol while taking this medicine is not recommended, as it can increase the risk of side effects like dizziness, drowsiness, or an irregular heartbeat. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about safe drinking habits while on medication.
Mild hand shaking (tremors) is a known and common side effect of the airway-relaxing component in this medicine. It is usually temporary and harmless, but if it becomes severe, highly uncomfortable, or is accompanied by a rapid heart rate, you should contact your healthcare provider. Talk to your doctor if you are concerned about this side effect.
The safety of using this combination during pregnancy has not been fully established, and it should only be used if the potential benefits outweigh the risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before taking any new medications while pregnant. Talk to your doctor for personalised advice.
While this medicine is sometimes prescribed for children, the dose must be carefully calculated by a paediatrician based on the child's age and weight. Never give this medicine to a child without a doctor's explicit recommendation. Talk to your doctor before giving any medication to children.

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India

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Mercantile Chamber, 3rd Floor, 12, J.N. Heredia Marg, Ballard Estate, Mumbai – 400 001, India.
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