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3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Apr-24

Therapeutic Class

EXPECTORANT AND COUGH PRODUCTS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Mercantile Chamber, 3rd Floor, 12, J.N. Heredia Marg, Ballard Estate, Mumbai – 400 001, India.
Other Info - AMB0286

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FAQs

Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml contains Levosalbutamol, Ambroxol and Guaifenesin. Levosalbutamol 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 lungs, windpipe and nose. Thereby, helps to cough out easily. Guaifenesin is an expectorant that works by increasing the volume of fluid in the airways, reduce the stickiness of mucus and helps to remove it from airways.
Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml should be used with caution in hyperthyroid (overactive thyroid) patients as it may worsen the condition. Inform your doctor if have hyperthyroidism before taking Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately. However, regular monitoring of thyroid hormone levels is recommended while taking Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml.
Yes, Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml may cause drowsiness or dizziness. It is not necessary for everyone taking Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml to experience this side effect. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy or dizzy after taking Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml.
Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml should be used with caution in diabetic patients if prescribed by a doctor. However, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml as it may increase blood sugar levels.
You are recommended to take Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the symptoms persist or worsen with rash, fever or persistent headache after 1 week of using Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml, please consult your doctor.
No, you are not recommended to stop taking Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml without consulting your doctor as it may worsen cough or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml, please consult your doctor.

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Alcohol

Caution

Interaction of alcohol with Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml.

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Pregnancy

Caution

The safety of Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml is excreted in human milk. Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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Driving

Caution

Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml.

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Liver

Caution

Take Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml should be used with caution in children if prescribed by a doctor.

About Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml

Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml belongs to the class of medicines called 'expectorants' primarily used to treat cough associated with mucus. Coughing (dry or productive) is a body’s way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus, or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. There are two types of coughs, namely: dry cough and chesty cough. A dry cough is tickly and doesn't produce any vicious or thick mucus, while a chesty cough (wet cough) means mucous or sputum is produced to help clear your airways. 

Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml is a combination of three drugs, namely Levosalbutamol (bronchodilator), Ambroxol (mucolytic agent), and Guaifenesin (expectorant). Levosalbutamol belongs to the class of bronchodilators that works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Ambroxol belongs to the class of mucolytic agents (cough/sputum thinner) that work by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Thereby, helping to cough out easily. Guaifenesin belongs to the class of expectorants that works by increasing the volume of fluid in the airways, reducing the stickiness of mucus, and helping to remove it from the airways.

Take Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml as prescribed. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, skin rash, tremor, stomach upset and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml. If you are suffering from fits or have a history of fits, please inform your doctor before taking Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml as it may increase the risk of recurrent fits. If you have diabetes, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml to loosen mucus. If you have diabetes, fits, high blood pressure, overactive thyroid, stomach ulcers, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), kidney, liver, or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml.

Uses of Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml

Chesty cough with mucus

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Medicinal Benefits

Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml is a combination of three drugs, namely: Levosalbutamol, Ambroxol, and Guaifenesin used to treat cough associated with mucus. Levosalbutamol belongs to the class of bronchodilators that works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Ambroxol belongs to the class of mucolytic agents (cough/sputum thinner) that work by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Thereby, helps to cough out easily. Guaifenesin belongs to the class of expectorants that works by increasing the volume of fluid in the airways, reduce the stickiness of mucus, and helps to remove it from the airways.

Directions for Use

Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions before use. Take Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml with or without food as prescribed by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup that is provided with the pack.

Side Effects of Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Drowsiness
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhoea
  • Skin rash
  • Tremor
  • Stomach upset

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml. If you are suffering from fits or have a history of fits, please inform your doctor before taking Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml as it may increase the risk of recurrent fits. If you have diabetes, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml to loosen mucus. If you have diabetes, fits, high blood pressure, overactive thyroid, stomach ulcers, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), kidney, liver, or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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SalbutamolTimolol
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SalbutamolPenbutolol
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SalbutamolTimolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml:
Co-administration of Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml with timolol can increase the risk of narrowing of the airways.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml and timolol together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience Coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and high-pitched breathing, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SalbutamolPenbutolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml:
Coadministration of Penbutolol and Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml can reduce the effects of both medications and can cause narrowing of the airways.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Penbutolol and Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience Coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and high-pitched breathing, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SalbutamolLevobunolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml:
Using levobunolol and Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml together can reduce the benefits of both drugs and can cause narrowing of the airways.

How to manage the interaction:
The combined use of levobunolol and Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. Don't forget to inform if you have any history of asthma, or severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
SalbutamolPindolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml:
Using pindolol and Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml together can increase the risk of narrowing of the airways.

How to manage the interaction:
The combined use of pindolol and Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience Coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and high-pitched breathing, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SalbutamolPapaverine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml:
The combined use of Papaverine and Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm which can be severe. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Papaverine and Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
SalbutamolLabetalol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml:
Co-administration of Salbutaml with Labetalol, the effectiveness of Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml might be reduced.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Labetalol and Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
SalbutamolCarvedilol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml:
Coadministration of Carvedilol and Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml may reduce the effects of both medications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Carvedilol and Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml, they can be taken if your doctor advises. Consult your doctor if you experience shortness of breath, chest pain or any difficulties in breathing. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
SalbutamolPropranolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml:
Using propranolol and Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml together can reduce the effects or increase the risk of narrowing of the airways.

How to manage the interaction:
The combined use of propranolol and Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml can lead to an interaction, but they can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
SalbutamolMifepristone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml:
Coadministration of mifepristone and Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm which can be severe. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml with mifepristone together is avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
GuaifenesinProcarbazine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml:
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How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml with Procarbazine can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Special Advise

Regularly monitor blood sugar levels while taking Ambrodil-LX Drops 15 ml if you have diabetes as it may increase blood sugar levels.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid dairy products such as milk as it may increase mucus production. Also, avoid processed or refined foods to have relief from cough. Instead replace baked foods, fried foods, white bread, white pasta, French fries, sugary desserts and chips with green leafy vegetables.
  • Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dry throat while you have a cough and loosen mucus.
  • Avoid citrus fruits as it may worsen the cough. Eat fruits rich in water content such as pears, watermelon, peaches and pineapples.

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