Mucolite Oral Drops
15ml Oral Drop in BottleMRP ₹46.47
₹33.92
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DR REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD
Dosage
ORAL DROP
Expiry
Product Summary
| Salt Content | Ambroxol(7.5 Mg) |
| Uses | Respiratory tract diseases |
| Therapy | Cough cold preparation |
| Side effects | Diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, runny nose |
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Medical Description
Mucolite Drops are used to treat coughs with mucus in children, often associated with conditions like sore throat and asthma. They help to soothe throat irritation, clear congestion, and ease breathing. Mucolite Drops can be administered orally with or without food. However, if your child experiences an upset stomach, it's best to give the medication with food. The duration of treatment may vary depending on the severity of the child's condition.
Do not exceed the recommended dosage of this medication, as it may increase the risk of side effects and worsen the condition. Common side effects may include excessive salivation, altered taste, dry mouth, throat irritation, oral numbness, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain, indigestion, and skin rash. Most of these side effects are temporary. However, consult your child's doctor immediately if any side effects persist or become bothersome.
Please provide your child's complete medical history to the doctor. This should include any previous respiratory illnesses, allergies, heart conditions, blood disorders, birth defects, airway obstructions, lung issues, sinus problems, liver impairment, or kidney dysfunction. This information is essential for adjusting dosages and planning effective treatment.
Ambrodil drops also contain ambroxol.
According to the advisory issued by the Union Health Ministry, cough and cold medications should not be prescribed or dispensed to children under two years of age. These medications are generally not recommended for children under five years old. For children above that age, any use should be based on careful clinical evaluation and close supervision.
Uses
Contraindications
Side effects
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Runny nose
Precautions and Warnings
Other General Warnings
- You have stomach ulcers.
- You have reduced mucous secretions.
- You have little or no cough production.
- You have any respiratory tract infections.
- You have problems with your liver or kidney.
- You are taking any other medicine to treat your cough or cold.
- You develop any serious skin allergy after taking Mucolite Drops.
Directions for Use
- You should give Mucolite drops as directed by your doctor.
- It would be best if you took these drops with meals.
- Your physician will decide the amount of this medicine and its frequency.
- If the cough persists for more than 14 days, contact your physician at the earliest.
Storage and disposal
- Store Mucolite drops below 25°C in a clean and dry place, protected from moisture, sunlight and heat.
- Keep the medicine away from children and pets.
- Do not use this medicine if you notice the contents are of a different coloured in any way or if any particles are present.
Quick Tips
- Mucolite drop is an effective medication for treating respiratory tract diseases, bronchitis, asthma, and other conditions related to excess mucus production.
- Side effects of Mucolite Drops include dry mouth, nausea, fatigue, diarrhoea, and vomiting. Consult your doctor if these side effects continue or bother your child. If your child has an allergy to this medication, avoid using it.
- Always follow the dosage instructions provided by your doctor and take the drops with or after a meal to reduce the risk of stomach upset.
- Shake the bottle well before each use, and do not mix the drops with other medications or solutions unless directed by your doctor.
- Do not stop taking the drops or change the dosage without consulting your doctor. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember or skip it if it is almost time for the next one.
Dosage
Overdose
Missed a Dose
- It would be best if you took the doses at the appropriate time for the desired effect.
- If you forget to take a dose, it should be taken as soon as you remember unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
- In this case, you should skip the missed dose, take the remaining dose as normal. It would be best if you do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Concomitant use of medicines used to treat cough or cold (cough suppressant) with Mucolite drops may affect the removal of liquified mucus by inhibiting coughing and cause congestion (stuffy nose).
- Concentrations of certain antibiotics like Amoxicillin, Cefuroxime and Erythromycin are increased in the sputum when taken concomitantly with these drops.
- You should always tell the doctor if you are taking any other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements to avoid any interaction.
Interactions with food items
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:MUCOLITE
Manufacturer Name:DR REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD
Address:Deepti Formulations Pvt. Ltd, Plot No 158, Ida, Mallapur, Hyderabad- 500076, Telangana, India
Country of Origin:India
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Mucolite 7.5 MG Oral Drop (15) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
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