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Ambroxol + Salbutamol
INFORMATION ABOUT AMBROXOL + SALBUTAMOL
Ambroxol + Salbutamol Uses
Ambroxol+Salbutamol is used in the treatment of cough.
How Ambroxol + Salbutamol works
Ambroxol + Salbutamol is a combination of two medicines: Ambroxol and Salbutamol, which relieves cough.
Common side effects of Ambroxol + Salbutamol
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common
Headache, Palpitations, Tremors, Muscle cramp, Throat irritation, Respiratory tract infection, Respiratory tract inflammation, Cough, Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats), Tachycardia, Nausea, Dizziness, Decreased potassium level in blood, Nervousness, Weakness, Irritability, Drowsiness, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Difficulty in urination
CONTENT DETAILS
Written By
Dr. Syeda Aafia
MBA, BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Lalit Kanodia
MBA, MD Pharmacology
Last updated
19 Sep 2021 | 10:51 PM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Ambroxol + Salbutamol
  • Ambroxol + Salbutamol relieves cough associated with bronchitis, bronchial asthma, emphysema and other broncho-pulmonary disorders.
  • It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
  • If you are diabetic, monitor your blood glucose regularly while taking this medicine.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of thyroid or heart disease.
  • Stop taking Ambroxol + Salbutamol and inform your doctor if your cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache. 
Frequently asked questions for Ambroxol + Salbutamol
Ambroxol+Salbutamol is a combination of Ambroxol and Salbutamol / Albuterol which relieve cough. Ambroxol is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. Salbutamol is a bronchodilator which widens the airways by relaxing its muscles. Together, they make breathing easier.
Yes, Ambroxol+Salbutamol is safe to you in most of the patients. However, in some patients it may cause some unwanted side effects like tremor, headache, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), palpitations, dizziness, nervousness, muscle cramp, increased heart rate. Inform your doctor as soon as possible if you experience any problem due to the medication.
Yes, you may experience headache and shakiness with the use of Ambroxol+Salbutamol. Ambroxol+Salbutamol is a combination of ambroxol and salbutamol. Salbutamol may cause these side effects. For headaches, drink plenty of water, get sufficient rest and avoid alcohol. Usually headaches go away after a week. If they persist for a long time, contact your doctor. Feeling shaky is a common side effect of Ambroxol+Salbutamol and goes away after sometime.
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in. The pack should be tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.