Last update April 18, 2022
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Ambroxol is also known as
Ambroxol in other languages or writings:
Main tradenames from several countries containing Ambroxol in its composition:
Variable | Value | Unit |
---|---|---|
Oral Bioavail. | 73 - 81 | % |
Molecular weight | 415 | daltons |
Protein Binding | 90 | % |
VD | 1.5 | l/Kg |
pKa | 9.0 - 15.3 | - |
Tmax | 0.5 - 3 | hours |
T½ | 7 - 12 | hours |
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It is a metabolite of Bromhexine (Schaefer 2007 p72). Effectiveness of this drug has not been established (Prescrire 2017, DGF 2011, INSALUD 2001). Oral administration two to three times a day.
At latest update, relevant published data on excretion into breast milk were not found.
Its high percentage of protein binding and high volume of distribution make it very unlikely that significant amounts will be transferred to milk.
The manufacturer confirms that it is unlikely that it could affect the breastfeed infant. (AEMPS 2016)
Known adverse reactions are rare and mild.
It is used in children, infants and newborns. (Wei 2022, Kantar 2020, Xiang 2019, AEMPS 2016)
Secretion of Prolactin and other hormones have not been affected by taking this medication. (Tuimala 1981)
Expert authors consider it safe during breastfeeding. (Schaefer 2007 p644)
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