Coughing is the body’s response to a variety of irritations caused by inflammation in the airways or other factors. In most cases, the symptom provokes an infection - bronchitis, colds. Thanks to a cough, the bronchi get rid of unpleasant obstacles that interfere with normal breathing. Proper treatment should be aimed at eliminating sputum from the respiratory tract. In this case, drugs should not suppress cough. This is exactly what Ambrobene medicine is. An analogue of the drug, which also promotes sputum discharge, is the Lazolvan remedy.
Drug characteristics
The drug "Ambrobene" refers to mucolytic agents. It helps to thin the sputum, improves its excretion from the respiratory canals. The drug has an excellent expectorant effect. The medicine "Ambrobene" affects the body very effectively. Fast enough, it eliminates a dry, painful cough.
The composition of such an effective drug includes an active substance - Ambrohexal, which can exert an effect in a couple of minutes. Given this component, it is possible to distinguish medications similar in composition to the Ambrobene drug. An analogue, no less effective, is the Ambrohexal drug.
Dosage Forms
The drug is available in various forms. This allows you to use the tool for a large number of patients, choosing individually for each convenient form of the drug. Today, Ambrobene medicine is produced in the following types:
- tablets;
- intravenous solution;
- effervescent tablets;
- solution intended for oral use;
- capsules;
- tablets with prolonged action;
- solution for inhalation;
- syrup.
Indications for use
It is advisable to use the medicine "Ambrobene" (analogue or the drug itself) for a variety of diseases of the respiratory mucosa, as a result of which viscous sputum occurs in them.
These funds are prescribed for the following factors:
- bronchitis (in the acute stage and chronic);
- lung ailments (obstructive, chronic);
- dry cough resulting from a cold;
- bronchiectatic disease ;
- pneumonia;
- bronchial asthma, in which sputum poorly leaves.
Tablet form
One pill contains the main substance - ambroxol hydrochloride, as well as a variety of auxiliary ingredients - silicon dioxide, corn starch, lactose, magnesium stearate.
It should be remembered for those patients who take the drug "Ambrobene": tablets are taken after meals or during it. It is recommended to drink the product with a large amount of liquid, but always warm.
The use of Ambrobene (tablets is the most popular form) is recommended in the following doses:
- Children can only take pills from 5 years old. They are recommended for half a pill no more than 3 times a day.
- For adults, the use of 1 tablet three times a day for the first three days of treatment with the drug is the norm. Then it is recommended to take 1 pill twice a day or half three times a day.
Effective syrup
This dosage form includes the basic substance - Ambroxol hydrochloride, as well as liquid saccharin, sorbitol, raspberry flavoring, propylene glycol, purified water. The drug is produced in a special bottle made of dark glass. The medicine kit includes a measuring cup.
Thanks to its excellent taste, the use of Ambrobene is greatly facilitated. Syrup is enjoyed by babies. It is recommended to use it after a meal or during it.
Syrup is prescribed in the following dosages.
- Crumbs up to 2 years. The norm is 2.5 ml no more than twice a day. Syrup is not used for newborn babies and premature babies.
- Toddlers 2-5 years old. Children are recommended to take 2.5 ml syrup three times a day.
- The guys are 5-12 years old. The norm increases to 5 ml. Syrup is taken no more than three times a day.
- Children over 12 years old and adults. In the first 3 days of the fight against pathology, it is recommended to take 10 ml of syrup three times a day. Then the medicine is consumed in the same amount, but twice a day.
As noted above, the syrup has a pleasant sweet taste and raspberry odor. This is a great effective cure for dry cough in babies. Doctors say that Ambrobene syrup is one of the most effective and convenient medicines.
Solution for internal use
The drug was widely used in this form. The drug "Ambrobene" (solution) is positioned as an excellent remedy for dry cough. It is a slightly yellowish, odorless, clear liquid. The solution is released in dark glass vials. The set includes a measuring cup, which allows you to properly dose the drug.
The instruction enclosed in Ambroben (solution) gives the following dosages:
- Kids up to 2 years old. Such crumbs are recommended to use 1 ml twice a day.
- Kids 2-6 years old. Not more than three times a day take 1 ml.
- The guys are 6-12 years old. The norm increases to 2 ml. It is allowed to take no more than three times a day.
- Children from 12 years old and adults. During the first 2-3 days, they use 4 ml three times a day. For subsequent days, the norm remains the same. However, it is advisable to take no more than twice a day.
Inhalation solution
Effectively use "Ambrobene" for inhalation. Such measures can reduce the viscosity of sputum, thereby improving its excretion from the respiratory canals. The solution quickly penetrates the mucous membranes, has a beneficial effect on their functioning.
If you are interested in inhalation with Ambrobene, the instructions for use should be studied from the beginning. The procedure itself is performed using any modern equipment. The only exception is steam inhalation appliances. Their use is not recommended.
So, how is inhalation made using the Ambrobene medicine? Instructions for use recommends making a special solution. He will need sodium chloride - 0.9%. This component is mixed with Ambrobene solution in equal proportions (1: 1). The mixture must be warmed to optimal body temperature. Inhalations should take place in a calm breathing mode. Otherwise, the patient may experience a severe coughing fit.
For inhalation, the following dosages are used:
- Kids up to 2 years old. The procedure is carried out no more than twice during the day. The solution is made from 1 ml of the drug.
- Children 2-6 years old. Two treatments are also recommended for these babies. The norm of the drug is 2 ml.
- Guys from 6 years old, as well as adults. Twice a day, use 2-3 ml for inhalation.
Before using the Ambrobene drug for these manipulations, you need to familiarize yourself with the special instructions:
- For crumbs up to 2 years, this procedure is carried out only under the strict supervision of a doctor.
- Individuals who suffer from bronchial asthma are advised to use a bronchodilator before inhalation. This will avoid irritation in the airways, which can lead to spasm.
Contraindications to the use of the drug
Like any medicine, this effective drug is not suitable for all patients. Therefore, before using the product, it is recommended to carefully study the instructions. The medicine "Ambrobene" is not prescribed for the following factors:
- first trimester of pregnancy ;
- epilepsy;
- individual sensitivity to certain components;
- peptic ulcer;
- limited kidney function.
Extremely carefully, and under the supervision of a doctor, people with impaired renal function or liver ailments can take the medicine. For such patients, the doctor recommends reducing the dose and increasing the interval between doses.
With increased sputum separation, this drug should also be carefully taken. In this case, there is a risk of stagnation in the patient's sputum in the lungs. It is recommended that treatment be carried out only under the supervision of a doctor.
Feasible side effects
Sometimes there may be unpleasant reactions of the body to the use of the drug Ambrobene. The following side effects are listed in the instructions:
- Digestive system. Dryness, gastralgia (stomach pain), excessive salivation, constipation, diarrhea, vomiting, and nausea may occur.
- Respiratory system. Taking the drug may accompany rhinorrhea. This is a constant discharge from the nose of watery mucus. Dryness of the airways is sometimes observed.
- Allergic reactions. Symptoms such as skin rash, urticaria, pruritus, or angioedema are possible. Isolated cases are known when the drug caused contact dermatitis, and in some - anaphylactic shock.
If the Ambrobene solution is administered intravenously, the patient may experience shortness of breath, headache, fatigue and a feeling of heaviness in the legs, chills, increased pressure and body temperature.
Overdose
The body perfectly tolerates the medicine "Ambrobene", taken in an amount up to 25 mg per kilogram.
If an overdose occurs, the patient experiences a sudden deterioration in well-being. In this case, nausea, vomiting, decreased pressure, increased salivation are observed.
In case of overdose during the first 1.5 hours, it is necessary to rinse the stomach. To restore well-being, it is recommended to use fat-containing foods. Moreover, all indicators of the human body must be strictly controlled. If it worsens, symptomatic treatment will be required.
Interaction with other medicines
The drug "Ambrobene" is incompatible with agents that differ in antitussive activity. Otherwise, sputum excretion is much more complicated, since coughing will be suppressed.
The medicine "Ambrobene" helps to improve the flow of antibiotics into the respiratory canals. That is why very often the drug is prescribed to achieve therapeutic goals simultaneously with antibiotics ("Erythromycin", "Doxycycline", etc.).
Drug cost
Purchasing a medicine is straightforward. It can be easily bought at almost every pharmacy. At the same time, the low price for the Ambrobene preparation pleases.
Consumers can buy a tablet form of the medicine for 165 rubles. Sustained-release capsules will cost the patient 190 rubles. Low and the cost of Ambrobene syrup. The price of such a medicine is 108 rubles. Those wishing to purchase a medication for inhalation (40 ml) will need to pay 127 rubles. And for a bottle (100 ml) - 176 rubles.
The drug "Lazolvan"
Often the question is raised about the analogues of the Ambrobene drug. One of them is the drug "Lazolvan". The question arises: which tool should I prefer? It should be understood that the main active ingredient is the same for the preparations "Ambrobene", "Lazolvan", "Ambroxol". Therefore, the effect on the body of these drugs is approximately the same. They all relate to mucolytic drugs. Their action is aimed at diluting sputum and stimulating its release from the respiratory canals.
Medications "Lazolvan" and "Ambrobene" differ only in auxiliary substances. This is important for those patients who are hypersensitive to such components. Due to this difference, the treating doctor can individually select the necessary remedy for each person.
If we talk about the cost of the drug, the price of Lazolvan tablets is 190.5 rubles. A syrup (100 ml) will cost consumers 273.50 rubles.
Means "Lazolvan Reno"
Another significant difference is the presence of drops and spray. Such drugs perfectly eliminate nasal congestion. “Lazolvan" (drops mean) is a completely new formula, which is distinguished by a high degree of safety. They are allowed to be used even by pregnant and lactating mothers.
The active substance of these drops is tramazoline. Thanks to him, it is possible to achieve a quick (in 5 minutes) and long-lasting (about 8-10 hours) effect. Additional substances such as eucalyptus, menthol, camphor give the patient a feeling of lightness and freshness of breath.
No less effective drug "Lazolvan" -spray. It is effectively used for swelling of the nasal mucosa, nasal congestion, provoked by acute respiratory ailments or hay fever (hay fever, rhinitis). The drug is in demand with otitis media, sinusitis. It greatly facilitates the outflow of contents from the sinuses.
Choosing this tool, you should not forget about contraindications.
The drug "ACC"
This is a mucolytic medicine with an expectorant effect. What to prefer from medicines: “ATSTs” or “Ambrobene”? This is another case when only the attending physician will give the correct answer. Since these funds vary significantly in dosage forms and composition.
The active substance of the drug “ACC” is the substance acetylcysteine. And the medicine “Ambrobene” has Ambroxol hydrochloride. Due to this composition, these drugs, despite the fact that they belong to the same group of mucolytics, have different effects on the human body.
In addition, the drug "Ambrobene" is produced by manufacturers in a very diverse dosage forms. Which, undoubtedly, allows for each patient to choose the optimal type of medication. The agent “ATSTS” is produced in only one dosage form - in granules.
Other analogues of the drug "Ambrobene"
As can be seen from all of the above, this tool is a very effective drug with mucolytic and expectorant properties. That is why if the doctor prescribed Ambrobene for therapeutic purposes, it is not recommended to search for an analogue. An exception is individual intolerance and the above contraindications.
In this case, the doctor can recommend one of the following analogues:
- Abrol.
- Ambrohexal.
- Ambroxol Retard.
- "Ambroxol forte."
- "Ambroxol" ;.
- "Ambroxol hydrochloride."
- "Ambroxol Extra."
- "Ambrosan."
- Ambrotard.
- "Bronchal."
- Medox.
- "Milistan."
- Mukoangin.
- "Mukolvan."
- Flavamed.
- Neo-Bronchol.
- Flavamed Forte.
If we talk about an effective and cheaper analogue of the medicine "Ambrobene", then we should mention the drug "Ambroxol". For comparison, we give the cost of both funds. The medicine "Ambrobene" on average costs the consumer 130-140 rubles. The cost of the drug "Ambroxol" is about 18 rubles.
At the same time, studying the instructions of both drugs, you can find that these funds are very similar both in terms of their effect on the body and in composition. In addition, both drugs are used to treat the same pathologies. However, there is one thing but! Be sure to consult your doctor before replacing one product with another.
Do not forget that the preparations in their composition have various additional substances. In addition, they may vary in their contraindications.