AMBELITE-LS SYRUP

100 ml with Measuring Cup & PP Cap, Plain Silver, GMP Printed Amber Bottle

AMBELITE-LS SYRUP is a combination medicine that consists of levosalbutamol, ambroxol and guaifenesin. This medicine is used to get relief from productive cough. It helps to relieve wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, breathing difficulty and coughing caused by bronchial asthma, chronic bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It dissolves the thick mucus formed in the air passages makes easier for you to cough it out

AMBELITE-LS SYRUP shows some common side effects like headache, diarrhoea, drowsiness, blurred vision, nausea and vomiting. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or bother you. Do not drive a vehicle or operate machinery after taking this medicine as it can cause drowsiness. Do not use AMBELITE-LS SYRUP if you are previously allergic to it.

AMBELITE-LS SYRUP may not be suitable for all patients. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, heart disease, kidney or liver disease before taking this medicine. Do not give this medicine to children under 6 years of age without consulting your doctor. Consult your doctor before using AMBELITE-LS SYRUP if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

AMBELITE-LS SYRUP can affect your ability to think and may worsen drowsiness and dizziness if taken with alcohol so it is recommended to avoid consuming alcohol after taking this medicine. If your cough does not get better with this medicine even after 1 week of treatment or is accompanied by a fever, rash and headache, then you should consult with a doctor immediately.

Major & minor side effects for AMBELITE-LS SYRUP

•  Stomach pain
• Headache
• Sore throat and hoarseness
• Shaking and trembling of arms and feet
• Decreased appetite
• Muscle pain and cramps
• Nervousness
• Swelling of eyelids, face, lips, tongue
• Chest pain and discomfort
• Sleep disturbances
• Increased heartbeat
• Difficulty in swallowing
• Difficulty in speaking
• Nausea and vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Skin rash and itching
• Drowsiness

What is it prescribed for?

Bronchospasm

Bronchospasm is contractions of bronchial smooth muscles resulting in the narrowing of the bronchi (airways to the lungs). Due to this, there may be decreased airflow into your lungs. AMBELITE-LS SYRUP is used to relieve the symptoms of bronchospasm such as wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, breathing difficultly, coughing, etc. in bronchial asthma, chronic bronchitis, etc.

Productive cough

A cough is a sudden response of the body when something irritates your throat or airways. Irritants such as smoke and gas, tobacco use, foreign particles or infection can stimulate nerves that send a message to the brain. In productive cough, there is an excess mucus formation. Mucus is the thick sticky fluid that gets accumulated in your throat and causes difficultly in breathing with irritation. AMBELITE-LS SYRUP helps in expelling the mucus out when you cough up and relieves from irritation.

How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

AMBELITE-LS SYRUP starts showing its effects within 30 minutes after taking it.

How long do the effects of this medicine last?

The amount of time for which AMBELITE-LS SYRUP remains active in the body is not known.

Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is this a habit forming medicine?

No habit-forming tendencies were reported for AMBELITE-LS SYRUP.

Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

AMBELITE-LS SYRUP should be avoided during pregnancy due to the risk of adverse effects on the foetus. Consult your doctor to discuss potential risks and benefits.

Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

It is not known whether AMBELITE-LS SYRUP passes into breast milk. Hence, it is not recommended for use in breastfeeding. An alternate medicine may be preferred. Consult your doctor to discuss potential risks and benefits.

llergy

Avoid using AMBELITE-LS SYRUP combination if previously allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Gastric ulceration

Avoid using AMBELITE-LS SYRUP if have ulcers in your stomach as it may worsen your condition.

Stevens-Johnson syndrome

Do not use AMBELITE-LS SYRUP if you have a history of Stevens-Johnson syndrome (a rare but serious disorder of the skin) due to the increased risk of worsening your condition.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

AMBELITE-LS SYRUP should be avoided during pregnancy due to the risk of adverse effects on the foetus. Consult your doctor to discuss potential risks and benefits.

Breast-feeding

It is not known whether AMBELITE-LS SYRUP passes into breast milk. Hence, it is not recommended for use in breastfeeding. An alternate medicine may be preferred. Consult your doctor to discuss potential risks and benefits.

General warnings

Use in children

AMBELITE-LS SYRUP is not recommended to use in children under 6 years of age because the safety and efficacy data is unavailable.

Cough suppressants

AMBELITE-LS SYRUP is not recommended for use if you are taking cough suppressants since they have opposite effects. Coadministration of these medicines may result in severe adverse effects and worsen your condition.

Driving or operating machinery

AMBELITE-LS SYRUP may cause dizziness, blurred vision, or drowsiness and hence do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms after taking this medicine.

Other medicines

AMBELITE-LS SYRUP may interact with many other medicines. Hence, inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements.

Other diseases

Report the past/present incidence of all diseases including heart and blood vessels disorders, electrolyte imbalance, any disease associated with the thyroid and/or other glands, etc., to the doctor before beginning treatment with AMBELITE-LS SYRUP .

Use in elderly

Always maintain caution while using AMBELITE-LS SYRUP in elderly patients due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.

Missed Dose

If you forget to take a dose of AMBELITE-LS SYRUP take it as soon as you remember. If your next dosage is near, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to compensate for a missed one.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical attention if you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of AMBELITE-LS SYRUP.

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

• Amitriptyline
• Atenolol
• Ketoconazole
• Propranolol
• Furosemide

Disease interactions

Heart Disease

The use of AMBELITE-LS SYRUP has been associated with an increase in heart rate and changes in blood pressure. Hence caution should be maintained if you have an active or historic case of heart disease while using this syrup.

Diabetes

There may be a slight rise in your blood sugar levels while taking AMBELITE-LS SYRUP. Hence, caution should be exercised if you are diabetic and regular monitoring of sugar levels is recommended while using this medicine.

Hypokalemia

AMBELITE-LS SYRUP may decrease blood potassium levels (hypokalemia) if you have imbalanced potassium levels. Hence, always maintain caution and regular monitoring of potassium levels is recommended while using this medicine

Seizures

AMBELITE-LS SYRUP should be administered with caution if you have seizure disorders as the risk of increased frequency and severity of convulsions are significantly high.

Kidney diseases

Use AMBELITE-LS SYRUP with caution if you have any kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine and may monitor your kidney functioning if required while using this medicine.

Food interactions

Avoid taking food containing mineral oil while using AMBELITE-LS SYRUP due to the risk of serious side effects.

Lab interactions

Information not available.

This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

Administer AMBELITE-LS SYRUP as directed by your physician. Your doctor will decide the dose, frequency, and duration of uptake as per your condition.

Do not consume more than the prescribed dose. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed.

Inform the doctor about your heart and kidney conditions or if you have stomach ulcers before taking this medicine.

Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement even after 7 days of using 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. Do not give your medicine to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.

Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works

Levosalbutamol relaxes the muscles of the airway and opens the blocked air passages. This improves the amount of airflow to the lungs and makes breathing easier.

Ambroxol reduces the production of mucus. It promotes the release of chemicals (surfactants) that help in the clearance of mucus.

Guaifenesin reduces the thickness of mucus in the air passages; this makes it easier to cough up the mucus and clear the airways.

Classification

Category

Adrenergic bronchodilators, Mucolytics, Expectorants

Schedule

Schedule H

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