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Mechanism of actions It goes straight to work at the mucus-secreting cells, where it changes the mucus so it becomes less viscous. This thinner, more liquid mucus helps lift the heavy, sticky phlegm off the walls of the airways. The cilia are no longer clogged by the thick, sticky phlegm. They are free to move again and help to push the phlegm up and out of the respiratory tract. Furthermore, Ambroxol enhances the movement of the cilia so they transport phlegm out of the airways more quickly.

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Brand name: Ambroxol Generic name: Ambroxol hydrochloride Classification: Mucolytic

Ambroxol and drops 7.5 mg/ml give 0.75 2x/day per orem

Ambroxol is a mucoregulatory substance used in the treatment of respiratory disorders associated with viscid mucus, such as Pneumonia

There are no absolute contraindications but in patients with gastric ulceration relative caution should be observed

Side effects/Adverse Effects Ambroxol hydrochloride is gnerally welltolerated. Adverse effects include fatigue, dry mouth, rhinorrhea, constipation, dysuria and contact dermatitis.

Nursing Responsibilities 1. Assess cough, type, frequency character including sputum 2. Provide adequate hydration to 2 L/day to decrease viscosity of secretions. 3. Monitor for possible adverse reaction 4. Suggest sugarless lozenges to decrease throat irritation &cough hard candy can be used to prevent dry mouth.