Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol safe for pregnant women?
Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol safe during breastfeeding?
Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol on the Liver?
Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol on the Heart?
Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol has very mild side effects on the heart.
Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol
There is no information on the effects of taking Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol.
Yes, Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol causes drowsiness. It is a common side effect of this medicine. However, the exact cause of drowsiness is not known.
No, Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol does not cause weight gain. However, if you are experiencing any unusual weight gain then it might be due to some other medical condition and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
For excessive mucus, Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol has to be taken once in a day or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of peptic ulcer. For paracetamol poisoning only given under medical supervision.
Yes, Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as joint pain, itching, and rashes. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Take Acetylcysteine + Ambroxol as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed duration to avoid unpleasant side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cetylev(acetylcysteine)
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