Amxol 30mg/5ml Syrup

Amxol 30mg/5ml Syrup is an OTC (Over-the-Counter) oral liquid medicine manufactured by Biolab, with each 5ml dose containing Ambroxol Hydrochloride 30mg as its active ingredient. Ambroxol HCl is a mucolytic/expectorant commonly found in cough-and-cold preparations sold at pharmacies throughout Malaysia, and the syrup form is widely used because it allows the dose to be adjusted by volume for children and for patients who have difficulty swallowing tablets.

As an OTC product, Amxol 30mg/5ml Syrup can be purchased at community pharmacies and online pharmacies in Malaysia without a doctor’s prescription, although a pharmacist’s advice is recommended before first use, especially for children. The syrup is supplied with a measuring device so that the correct volume can be measured out accurately for each dose, which helps ensure doses are consistent between uses.

Amxol 30mg/5ml Syrup is sold in Malaysia in a 60ml bottle. The same active ingredient is also available from the same manufacturer as Amxol 30mg Tablet, for patients and age groups who are able to take tablets instead of a liquid formulation. Customers should check the batch number and expiry date printed on the bottle and carton before use.

• Shake the bottle well before each use.
• Use the measuring cup or spoon provided with the product to measure out the correct dose — do not use a household teaspoon, as this may not measure the dose accurately.
• The syrup may be taken with or without food.
• Check the ingredients of any other cough, cold, or flu products you are taking at the same time to avoid unintentionally duplicating ambroxol or other active ingredients.
• Close the bottle cap tightly after each use.

Dosing of Amxol 30mg/5ml Syrup is based on age and body weight: adults and children above 12 years are commonly given 10ml (two 5ml doses) two to three times a day, while lower volumes are used for younger children according to the dosing table and measuring device provided with the product. Because sources can differ slightly on exact paediatric dosing bands, parents and caregivers should follow the dosing instructions printed on the package insert or confirm the correct dose with a pharmacist before giving this syrup to a child. Do not exceed the maximum daily dose stated on the label, and if a dose is missed, give it as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose. If symptoms do not improve within 5 to 7 days, or if they worsen, stop self-treating and see a doctor or pharmacist.

Use Amxol 30mg/5ml Syrup before the expiry date printed on the bottle and carton. Once opened, use the syrup within the period stated on the packaging, as liquid medicines can degrade more quickly than tablets once the bottle seal is broken.

Store Amxol 30mg/5ml Syrup at room temperature, below 30°C, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Do not freeze. Keep the bottle tightly capped when not in use, and keep it out of the reach and sight of children.

• Known hypersensitivity or allergy to Ambroxol, bromhexine (a related compound), or any other ingredient in the syrup.
• Use together with centrally-acting cough suppressants (antitussives) that inhibit the cough reflex, as this combination can cause harmful accumulation of mucus in the airways.
• Caution in patients with a history of stomach ulcers, as mucolytic agents may, in rare cases, affect the stomach lining.
• Use in very young infants without first consulting a doctor or pharmacist for an appropriate dose.

• Do not give Amxol 30mg/5ml Syrup together with cough suppressants (antitussives) such as dextromethorphan or codeine-based products, as suppressing the cough reflex while a mucolytic increases mucus volume can lead to dangerous mucus retention in the airways.
• Ambroxol has been reported to increase the concentration of certain antibiotics (such as amoxicillin, cefuroxime, erythromycin, and doxycycline) in bronchial secretions when taken together; inform your doctor or pharmacist of all antibiotics being taken.
• No clinically significant food interactions have been identified; the syrup may be taken with or without food.

• Always shake the bottle before measuring a dose, to ensure the medicine is evenly mixed.
• Use only the measuring device provided with the syrup for accuracy, especially when dosing children.
• Keep a simple log of dosing times if giving the syrup to a child, to avoid accidental double dosing.
• Rinse the measuring cup or spoon with water after each use and let it dry before storing.
• Encourage the person taking the syrup to drink plenty of plain water throughout the day.
• Keep the bottle out of reach of children when not in use, even though it is a children’s formulation.

Precautions: Use Amxol 30mg/5ml Syrup with caution in patients with chronic liver or kidney disease, a history of stomach ulcers, or known sensitivity to ambroxol or bromhexine. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. Always use the correct measuring device to dose children accurately.

When to See a Doctor or Pharmacist: Seek medical attention if the cough persists for more than 7 days, if fever, chest pain, or difficulty breathing develops, if phlegm becomes blood-tinged or changes colour significantly, or if any signs of an allergic reaction appear after taking this syrup.