Mucolite Drops (Ambroxol 7.5mg)

Description

Mucolite 7.5 mg Drops is a prescription medicine that consists of Ambroxol. It is used to relieve cough associated with bronchospasm (constriction of airways of lungs) in children. It also provides relief from throat irritation, seasonal allergies and nasal congestion in children and allows them to breathe freely. Mucolite 7.5 mg Drops relieves breathing difficulty by thinning the mucous and also by relaxing the airways of your child.

Mucolite 7.5 mg Drops may cause side effects like dry mouth, nausea, fatigue, diarrhoea, vomiting, etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. Avoid using this medicine if your child is allergic to it.

Mucolite 7.5 mg Drops should be given to your child after food for its easy absorption. Give this medicine every day at the same time as prescribed by your doctor. The dose and duration depend on the severity of your child’s health condition. These drops can be mixed with fruit juice or milk for easy administration.

Mucolite 7.5 mg Drops should be used with caution if your child has any liver, kidney or heart problems. Inform your paediatrician of all ongoing medicines of your child to plan overall treatment for your child.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Mucolite 7.5 mg Drops
Ambrodil 7.5 mg Drops
Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
Coscoril 7.5 mg Drops
Biological E. Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Mucolite 7.5 mg Drops
Nausea and vomiting
Diarrhoea
Stomach discomfort
Skin rash and itching
Increased salivation
Decreased urination
Dry mouth
Heartburn
Altered sense of taste
Fatigue

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Uses of Mucolite 7.5 mg Drops

What is it prescribed for?
Productive cough
A cough is a sudden response of the body when something irritates your throat or airways. A productive cough is associated with mucous (a thick sticky fluid that gets accumulated in the throat and causes difficulties in breathing with irritation). Mucolite 7.5 mg Drops helps in expelling the mucus out with the cough and relieves from irritation.
Allergic rhinitis
Allergic rhinitis or hay fever is a common condition that causes swelling inside the nose. It may cause symptoms like runny nose, itchy and watery eyes, sneezing and sometimes swelling in the eyes. Mucolite 7.5 mg Drops is used in treating allergic rhinitis. It provides relief from allergic symptoms in children.
Pharyngitis
Pharyngitis is an infection that causes swelling and soreness in the throat. If the infection affects both the throat and the tonsils, then it is called pharyngotonsillitis. Mucolite 7.5 mg Drops is used to treat pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and/or pharyngotonsillitis in children.
Acute bronchitis
Bronchitis is the swelling and irritation of bronchial tubes that regulates air passage in the lungs. Mucolite 7.5 mg Drops is used to treat bronchitis and thereby provide relief from symptoms of bronchitis in children.

When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid giving Mucolite 7.5 mg Drops if your child is allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any allergic symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Gastric ulceration
Gastric ulcers are sores that develop in the lining of the stomach and intestine due to excess acid production. Avoid giving Mucolite 7.5 mg Drops if your child has gastric ulceration because it may worsen his/her health condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Mucolite 7.5 mg Drops is recommended for use in children only.
Breast-feeding
Mucolite 7.5 mg Drops is recommended for use in children only.
General warnings
Other medicines
Mucolite 7.5 mg Drops may interact with other medicines and cause serious side effects. Inform your doctor about all your child’s current medicines before beginning treatment with this medicine.
Kidney diseases
Mucolite 7.5 mg Drops should be used with caution if your child has a pre-existing kidney problem due to the increased risk of severe side effects. Hence, inform your doctor about your child’s condition before starting therapy with this medication.
Liver disease
Mucolite 7.5 mg Drops should be used with caution if your child has any liver problem due to the increased risk of severe side effects. Hence, inform your doctor about your child’s condition before starting therapy with this medication.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Do not skip a dose of Mucolite 7.5 mg Drops. If you forget to give a dose to your child, give it as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Never give more than the prescribed dose to your child. Seek emergency medical attention if you suspect that you might have given an overdose of Mucolite 7.5 mg Drops to your child.

General Instructions

Mucolite 7.5 mg Drops should be given after food or as advised by your paediatrician. This medicine can be diluted with fruit juice or milk for easy administration.

Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label. Measure the quantity to be administered carefully and give to your child.

Avoid giving more or less than the prescribed dose. Avoid discontinuation of Mucolite 7.5 mg Drops without consulting your doctor.

Consult the doctor if your child experiences any undesirable effects after taking this medicine.

Your doctor may advise a blood test for observing the liver and kidney functions of your child while on treatment with this medicine.

Keep away from the reach of children and pets. Do not use it after the expiry date. Ensure that unused medicine is disposed of properly.