Ambroxol + Roxithromycin

Dosage Forms Available

• Ambroxol + Roxithromycin is available as an oral medication as tablets and syrups.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• Ambroxol + Roxithromycin is typically prescribed for adults. The usage and dosage for children have not been firmly established yet, hence it should be given to children only under medical supervision.

Contraindications

• Ambroxol + Roxithromycin is contraindicated if you have a known hypersensitivity to either Ambroxol, Roxithromycin, or any component of the formulation.
• It is also contraindicated if you are taking ergot alkaloids due to the risk of ergot toxicity.

Other Medications to Avoid

• Ambroxol + Roxithromycin may interact with several other medications. This includes bronchodilators (like ipratropium, theophylline), blood thinners (like warfarin, heparin) Ergot alkaloids (like ergotamine, ergometrine) and certain inhibitors and inducers of CYP3A4 (such as Ketoconazole, Itraconazole)
• Before starting any new medication, whether prescription or over-the-counter, be sure to consult your doctor.

Overdose and Missed Dose

• Overdosing on Ambroxol + Roxithromycin could lead to serious consequences such as severe allergic reactions or severe skin reactions. If you have taken too much of this medication, seek emergency medical attention immediately.
• If you forget to take a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is close to your next dose time, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Avoid doubling up on the dose.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects of Ambroxol + Roxithromycin are temporary and will resolve once the medication is discontinued.

• For common side effects such as nausea or stomach pain, try taking the medication with food.
• Staying hydrated can help manage side effects such as diarrhoea.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Ambroxol + Roxithromycin might cause dizziness or fatigue. If you experience these side effects, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you feel normal again.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• The safety of Ambroxol + Roxithromycin during pregnancy and lactation is not clearly established. Consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Ambroxol + Roxithromycin should be used with caution in patients with liver or kidney impairment. Your doctor may need to adjust your dosage based on the severity of your condition.
• Also, Roxithromycin may prolong the QT interval, so use cautiously if you have known QT prolongation or uncorrected hypokalemia.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• If you have been prescribed Ambroxol + Roxithromycin for respiratory conditions, it is advisable to avoid smoking and exposure to second-hand smoke.
• Alcohol may worsen certain side effects of this medication, so it is recommended to limit your alcohol consumption while on this medication.
• Regular deep breathing exercises can help improve lung function and manage respiratory symptoms more effectively.