Mucosol Syrup

Indications

Mucosol is prescribed for:

• Productive cough
• Acute and chronic respiratory inflammatory conditions with thick mucus, including bronchitis
• Inflammation of the rhinopharyngeal tract (e.g., laryngitis, pharyngitis, sinusitis, and rhinitis) associated with thick mucus
• Asthmatic bronchitis and bronchial asthma with heavy mucus production
• Bronchiectasis
• Chronic pneumonia

Pharmacology

Mucosol contains Ambroxol, a more effective bronchosecretolytic agent compared to its precursor bromhexine. Ambroxol enhances mucus hydration, facilitating its expulsion and alleviating breathing difficulties. It supports surfactant production, reducing alveolar surface tension, and has anti-inflammatory effects by inhibiting cytokine and arachidonic acid metabolite production. In patients with COPD, it improves airway openness.

Dosage & Administration

Average daily dose (preferably after meals):

Pediatric Drops:

• 0-6 months: 0.5 ml, twice daily
• 6-12 months: 1 ml, twice daily
• 1-2 years: 1.25 ml, twice daily

Syrup:

• 2-5 years: 2.5 ml (1/2 teaspoonful), 2-3 times daily
• 5-10 years: 5 ml (1 teaspoonful), 2-3 times daily
• 10 years and adults: 10 ml (2 teaspoonfuls), 3 times daily

Sustained Release Capsule:

• Adults and children over 12 years: 1 capsule daily

Note: Follow your healthcare provider’s instructions.

Interactions

Avoid simultaneous use with antitussives (e.g., Codeine) to prevent difficulty in expectorating liquefied mucus.

Contraindications

Not suitable for individuals with known hypersensitivity to Ambroxol or Bromhexine.

Side Effects

Possible gastrointestinal issues include epigastric pain and a sensation of stomach fullness. Rare allergic reactions such as rash, urticaria, or angioneurotic edema may occur.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Although Ambroxol has not shown teratogenic effects in studies, its use is generally not recommended during pregnancy, especially in the first trimester. Safety during lactation is not established.

Precautions & Warnings

Use Mucosol cautiously in patients with gastric or duodenal ulcers, convulsive disorders, or those with hepatic and renal impairment.

Therapeutic Class

Cough Expectorants & Mucolytics

Storage Conditions

Store in a dry place away from light, at temperatures not exceeding 30°C. Keep out of reach of children.