Mucosol Pediatric Drops

Indications of Mucosol 15 ml Pediatric Drop

• Acute and chronic disease of respiratory tracts associated with viscid mucous including acute & chronic bronchitis.
• Productive cough
• Inflammatory diseases of Rhinopharyngeal tract
• Asthmatic bronchitis, Bronchial asthma with thick expectoration –Bronchiectasis
• Chronic pneumonia

Pharmacology of Mucosol 15 ml Pediatric Drop

Mucosol 15 ml Pediatric Drop is the active metabolite of bromhexine and this metabolite has been shown to have a greater bronchial secretion effect than bromhexine. It improves the rheology of sputum through a hydration mechanism that leads to liquefaction of mucus in the lumen of the respiratory tract, promoting coughing up mucus and reducing breathing difficulties. Stimulates alveolar cells to produce surfactant phospholipids, which helps reduce alveolar surface tension. It can also reduce bronchial hyperactivity. Due to its inhibitory effect on the production of cytokines and arachidonic acid metabolites, Ambroxol has anti-inflammatory properties. In COPD patients, it has traditionally improved airway patency.

Mucosol 15 ml Pediatric Drop Dosage & Administration

Average daily dose (preferably after meal):

Pediatric Drops:

• 0-6 months: 0.5 ml 2 times a day
• 6-12 months: 1 ml 2 times a day
• 1-2 years: 1.25 ml 2 times a day

Syrup:

• 2-5 years: 2.5 ml (1/2 teaspoonful) 2-3 times a day
• 5-10 years: 5 ml (1 teaspoonful) 2-3 times a day
• 10 years and adults: 10 ml (2 teaspoonfuls) 3 times a day.

Sustained release capsule: Adult and children over 12 years old: 1 capsule once daily.

Interactions of Mucosol 15 ml Pediatric Drop

Mucosol 15 ml Pediatric Drop has no interaction with cardioactive glycosides, corticosteroids, bronchodilators, diuretics, and antibiotics (normally used in the treatment of bronchopulmonary infection). But Mucosol 15 ml Pediatric Drop should not be taken simultaneously with antitussive (e.g. Codeine) because mucus, which has been liquefied by Ambroxol, might not be expectorated.

Contraindications of Mucosol 15 ml Pediatric Drop

Contraindicated in known hypersensitivity to Ambroxol or Bromhexine.  

Mucosol 15 ml Pediatric Drop Side Effects

Gastrointestinal side effects like epigastric pain, gastric fullness may occur occasionally. Rarely allergic responses such as eruption, urticaria, or angioneurotic edema may occur. 

Pregnancy & Lactation

Pregnancy: Teratogenic and fetal toxicity studies have shown no harmful effect of Mucosol 15 ml Pediatric Drop. However, it is advised not to use during pregnancy, especially in the 1st trimester.

Lactation: Safety during Lactation has not yet been established. 

Precautions & Warnings

Mucosol 15 ml Pediatric Drop should be given cautiously to patients with gastric and duodenal ulceration or convulsive disorders. Patients with hepatic and renal insufficiency should take it with caution. 

Storage Conditions

Protect from direct light exposure, Store in a dry place at a temperature not exceeding 30°C, Keep out of the reach of children.