Ambroxol for inhalation is sold in solution at a fairly reasonable price. This drug is prescribed for the treatment of acute and chronic pathologies of the respiratory tract . This form of medication can be prescribed to both children and adults. The medication helps to liquefy viscous mucus and gently remove it from the bronchi and lungs. Fine particles that are formed during spraying evenly settle over the surface of the respiratory organs and give a good therapeutic effect.
Mechanism of action of the drug
Ambroxol in solution for inhalation facilitates the removal of liquefied sputum from the respiratory organs. This drug is simply irreplaceable for diseases that are accompanied by the accumulation of sputum in the bronchi. Ambroxol can be used as an independent drug or as part of complex therapy, if there is a concomitant disease.
The drug can also be used for chronic diseases of the upper respiratory organs, which are accompanied by excessive secretion of thick sputum.
Already after the first inhalation of drug particles through a nebulizer mask, a positive result is noted. The consistency of bronchial secretions changes, mucus becomes thinner and coughs up well. The ciliated epithelium begins to work more actively, due to which the discharge of mucus is much faster. The healing solution stimulates the production of a special substance that lines the lungs. Also, due to the fact that the medicine is delivered directly to the respiratory tract, metabolic processes in the bronchi improve.
Ambroxol solution for injection helps strengthen local immunity, therefore it is simply irreplaceable for the treatment of children with protracted infectious diseases of the upper respiratory organs.
The drug can be prescribed in conjunction with antibiotics and antivirals . Taken together, these medications provide a good therapeutic effect.
If you use Ambroxol in solution for inhalation in accordance with your doctor’s recommendations, you can get rid of a cough very quickly.
How to use the medicine, instructions
Medical specialists, taking into account the fact that the medicine is intended not only for adults, but also for children, have created several types of the drug. This approach completely eliminates the whims of the child and does not pose a problem for adults . Ambroxol is presented in the form of extended-release capsules, a solution that is added to food, or syrup. There may be an ordinary tablet or “fizzy drink”, which is most popular among children.
The most popular among children is Ambroxol syrup. Its application goes without any problems. If the child is over 12 years old, 30 mg of liquid should be consumed three times a day . If the patient has not reached the age of 12, he should be given no more than 15 mg of medication. It is better if consumed after a meal, because the syrup is sweet and can kill the appetite of a small patient.
The pill can present minor problems, because just the sight of it reminds the child of bitterness or other not-so-tasty things. However, it is the Ambroxol tablet that is most effective, because it allows the drug to enter the body systematically. When taking pills, you should remember the following:
- You should take the tablets only during meals.
- Each dose should be accompanied by drinking plenty of water.
- Under no circumstances exceed the number of doses prescribed by your doctor.
As a rule, doctors, when prescribing medicine to a patient, are not guided by the degree of development of the disease. Each tablet contains 30 mg of the active substance and in case of acute illness, it is recommended to use the medicine three times a day. After three days of use, it is important to reduce the intake to half a tablet according to the same schedule.
It is very important to remember that a patient who has not yet turned 12 years old is not recommended to consume large amounts of the active substance . This regimen is considered the most favorable: half a tablet twice a day.
Oral solution is far from the most popular way to use the medicine, especially for children. Nevertheless, this method is considered one of the most effective , because Ambroxol very quickly begins to “act”. To ensure that the application is not only of high quality, but also safe, the following instructions should be followed:
- adults can take the drug three times a day, 4 mg for the first two to three days;
- then, reduce the dose to 2 mg;
- If your health improves, you can reduce the number of applications to 4 mg twice a day.
For children, the dosage schedule may be the same, but the initial dose should not exceed 2 mg. If the child is no more than five years old, it is important to give 5 mg of medication no more than twice a day. It is extremely important to consult with your doctor and follow your medication dosage schedule exactly.
For which cough is Ambroxol recommended?
Ambroxol is a targeted medication. Instructions for use of Ambroxol for inhalation indicate that inhalation can be carried out with a wet cough, and if the cough is unproductive , the solution can only be used in combination with other medications.
According to the instructions, the drug is indicated for infections and inflammatory pathologies of the respiratory system, in which sputum is poorly separated. Thick mucus accumulates in the bronchi, and the sick person experiences severe discomfort when breathing. Due to this, a wet cough and wheezing in the chest are observed. The main indications for use are as follows:
- bronchitis in any form;
- simultaneous infections of the upper and lower respiratory organs;
- pneumonia;
- emphysema;
- bronchial asthma.
In complex treatment, inhalations with Ambroxol are also indicated for inflammatory diseases of the nasopharynx. In such a case, the drug can be prescribed simultaneously with vasoconstrictor drops and antiseptics.
In some cases, coughing attacks provoke severe chest pain and even vomiting. A solution for oral administration and inhalation thins mucus and reduces its viscosity . After the procedure, the mucus begins to move better from the bronchial alveoli.
You cannot start inhaling with Ambroxol without a doctor’s recommendation, even if you already have experience using this medicine.
Side effects
Ambroxol for inhalation in a nebulizer is usually well tolerated by all groups of patients and only in rare cases can the following health disorders be observed:
- allergic reactions, mainly in the form of skin rashes;
- poor appetite and dry mouth;
- abnormal weakness;
- headache;
- dyspepsia.
Occasionally, severe forms of dermatitis have been reported when using Ambroxol for inhalation..
Side effects are most often observed with uncontrolled use of the medication.
Manifestations of adverse reactions
The instructions for use attached to the drug say that using Ambroxol solution for inhalation may cause some side effects. Most often, patients complain of coughing, especially due to deep breathing.
Sometimes there is irritation of the mucous membrane, respiratory tract, unpleasant aftertaste in the mouth, nausea, headaches, dizziness, and rashes. Any adverse reaction should be discussed with your doctor to adjust the further treatment regimen. The patient may need
How to carry out procedures
The dose of the drug for inhalation through a nebulizer depends on the age of the patient. Children are usually prescribed 2 ml of a medicinal solution, which is diluted in half with saline .
Adult patients should pour 3 ml of medication into the nebulizer and add 2 ml of saline solution. Inhale the fine aerosol through the mask for 15-20 minutes. For children, two inhalations of the drug are enough; adult patients can carry out the procedure up to 3 times .
It is strictly forbidden to pour Ambroxol syrup into the nebulizer. This is a completely different form of medicine and it will not give any effect.
Instructions for use of Ambroxol solution for inhalation
For inhalation, the drug can only be used in the form of a solution. The following proportions must be observed for inhalation with Ambroxol and saline solution:
- Children under 5 years old. 2 ml of Ambroxol is diluted in 2 ml of saline solution.
- Adults and children over 5 years old. 3 ml of solution per 3 ml of saline solution.
Important. Two procedures can be done in 24 hours.
If it is not possible to do two inhalations a day, you can additionally take Ambroxol tablets or syrup.
For inhalation you will need a nebulizer. Today there are many different devices. You can use any of them. You can buy the device at pharmacies that sell medical equipment.
Do not pour the solution into steam inhalers.
How to do inhalations with a nebulizer with Ambroxol: take the drug and combine it with saline solution. The proportion should be one to one.
Step-by-step instruction:
- The patient should take a comfortable position; usually inhalation is performed while sitting.
- Before the procedure, it is necessary to warm the solution to a temperature of at least 37 degrees.
- Plug the device into a power outlet.
- Asthmatics should take a bronchospasmodic before inhalation.
- If the patient has a high temperature, the procedure cannot be performed.
- You can take medications no earlier than an hour after inhalation.
- During the procedure, it is necessary to breathe shallowly and abruptly to prevent a coughing attack.
- Do not take more than 3 inhalations per day.
Can there be an overdose during inhalation?
If inhalations are done in compliance with all the doctor’s recommendations, then an overdose of the drug is practically excluded. Symptoms of overdose can only appear if the dosage of the drug and the time of the procedure are significantly exceeded . Some patients do not take into account that Ambroxol needs to be diluted in half with saline and 5 ml of liquid is poured per procedure.
Signs of an overdose look like side effects, only significantly intensified. If you inhale excessive amounts of medicinal aerosol, consult your doctor.
What to pay attention to
In order for inhalations to be as effective as possible, they should be carried out adhering to certain rules:
- The size of the mask should be appropriate to the patient's age . The mask should fit tightly around the nasolabial triangle. Children need to wear a small mask.
- Inhale the drug shallowly and calmly; too abrupt and deep breathing can provoke a cough attack.
- Children should only perform inhalation procedures under adult supervision.
- For obstructive bronchitis, it is recommended to first inhale with Berodual and only then with Ambroxol.
- Do not exceed the dosage and frequency of procedures prescribed by the doctor.
The solution for inhalation with saline solution cannot be stored . After the procedure, the remainder of the medicine is poured out and the container is washed. For each procedure, you should prepare your own portion of the medicinal solution.
For inhalation, it is prohibited to use an expired Ambroxol solution or one that has been stored in improper conditions.
Nebulizers are now available in many homes, especially where there are children. Thanks to this device, you can inhale various medications. Ambroxol solution is used for inhalation for pathologies of the respiratory organs; thanks to this medicine, thick sputum thins and is easily removed.
special instructions
When using Ambroxol solution for inhalation, you must consider:
- The drug should not be used in conjunction with antitussives, because they inhibit the cough reflex and make it difficult to release sputum.
- Simultaneous use with antibiotics increases their concentration in the lung tissues and enhances the therapeutic effect.
- During treatment with Ambroxol, you should not perform breathing exercises.
- Do not exceed the dosage or increase the frequency of procedures prescribed by a specialist.
- During inhalation treatment, it is necessary to temporarily refrain from playing sports.
- Children should only inhale under adult supervision.
- There is no need to do the procedure before going to bed, because the cough may worsen.
- The procedure does not at all affect the ability to drive vehicles or perform work that requires increased concentration.
- It is prohibited to dilute the solution with an alkaline liquid.
- The size of the mask should correspond to the age of the patient. It should completely enclose the nasolabial triangle. The children's mask must be the correct size.
- An inhalation solution diluted with saline solution cannot be stored for long periods of time. After the procedure, it is poured out and the container is thoroughly processed. For each inhalation it is necessary to prepare a new solution.
It is not recommended to use Ambroxol alone for inhalation, because it can lead to negative consequences.
