Amtersol - Instructions For The Use Of Syrup, Price, Reviews, Analogues

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Amtersol

Amtersol: instructions for use and reviews

1. 1. Release form and composition
2. 2. Pharmacological properties
3. 3. Indications for use
4. 4. Contraindications
5. 5. Method of application and dosage
6. 6. Side effects
7. 7. Overdose
8. 8. Special instructions
9. 9. Application during pregnancy and lactation
10. 10. Use in childhood
11. 11. In case of impaired liver function
12. 12. Drug interactions
13. 13. Analogs
14. 14. Terms and conditions of storage
15. 15. Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
16. 16. Reviews
17. 17. Price in pharmacies

Latin name: Amtersol

ATX code: R05CA10

Active ingredient: dry licorice extract + liquid thermopsis extract (1: 2) + ammonium chloride + sodium benzoate + potassium bromide [glycyrrhizae extract siccum + thermopsidis extract fluid (1: 2) + ammonium chloride + sodium benzoate + potassium bromide)

Producer: CJSC Yaroslavl Pharmaceutical Factory (Russia)

Description and photo updated: 22.11.2018

Prices in pharmacies: from 64 rubles.

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Amtersol is a combined drug with herbal ingredients that has an expectorant and anti-inflammatory effect.

Release form and composition

Dosage form - syrup: dark brown liquid with a specific odor (100 g in vials, 1 vial in a cardboard box).

Composition of 100 g syrup:

• active substances: potassium bromide - 1 g; sodium benzoate - 1 g; thick licorice extract - 0.6 g; liquid thermopsis extract (1: 2) - 0.2 g; ammonium chloride - 0.2 g;
• auxiliary components: sugar syrup, ethanol.

Pharmacological properties

Pharmacodynamics

Amtersol is a combined drug, the action of which is due to the properties of its constituent components:

• extract of licorice root: has an expectorant effect due to the presence of glycyrrhizin in its composition, which enhances the secretory function of the mucous membrane of the upper respiratory tract;
• extract of thermopsis: its expectorant effect is explained by a moderate irritant effect on the receptors of the gastric mucosa and a reflex increase in the secretion of the bronchial glands. The alkaloids contained in it (methylcytisine, anagirin, thermopsin, pachicarpin, thermopsidin) stimulate the respiratory center; when taken in high doses, the irritating effect extends to the vomiting center;
• ammonium chloride: has diuretic and expectorant properties;
• potassium bromide: suppresses the excitability of the central nervous system;
• sodium benzoate: food additive with a preservative effect.

Indications for use

According to the instructions, Amtersol is indicated for use as part of complex therapy for inflammatory diseases of the respiratory tract (tracheobronchitis, bronchitis, tracheitis), complicated by a cough with difficult sputum.

Contraindications

Absolute contraindications:

• exacerbation of ulcerative lesions of the stomach and duodenum;
• pregnancy and lactation;
• age up to 3 years;
• increased sensitivity to the components of the drug.

Relative contraindications: epilepsy, liver disease, trauma and brain disease, diabetes mellitus, alcoholism.

Instructions for use of Amtersol: method and dosage

Amtersol syrup is taken orally after meals.

Recommended dosage:

• children 3–6 years old: 0.5 teaspoon 3 times a day;
• children 6–12 years old: 1 teaspoon 3 times a day;
• children 12-18 years old: 1 dessert spoon 3 times a day;
• adults: 1 tablespoon 3 times a day.

The duration of therapy is on average 10-14 days. A longer course of treatment, as well as repeated courses, is permissible only as prescribed by a doctor.

Side effects

Development of hypersensitivity reactions is possible.

Overdose

Overdose symptoms include nausea and vomiting.

Symptomatic therapy is recommended.

special instructions

Before using Amtersol syrup, you should seek the advice of a medical specialist.

Application during pregnancy and lactation

Amtersol syrup is contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Pediatric use

The drug is approved for use in children from 3 years old.

If liver function is impaired

Patients with impaired liver function should be careful during treatment.

Drug interactions

The combined use of Amtersol and antitussive drugs is contraindicated due to the risk of difficulty in sputum discharge.

Analogs

Amtersol analogues are Glytsiram, Herbion plantain syrup, Mother-and-stepmother leaves, Linkas Lor, Licorice root syrup, Suprima-Broncho, Stoptussin-phyto, Travisil, etc.

Terms and conditions of storage

Store in a dark place out of the reach of children, at a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C.

Shelf life is 2 years.

Terms of dispensing from pharmacies

Available without a prescription.

Reviews about Amtersol

According to reviews, Amtersol is an effective antitussive agent that can be used even for children from 3 years old. The natural composition of the syrup and its affordable cost are especially noted. In addition to single expressions of dissatisfaction with the specific smell of syrup, there are no other negative reviews.

Price for Amtersol in pharmacies

The approximate price for Amtersol syrup, per 100 g bottle, is from 37 rubles.

Amtersol: prices in online pharmacies

Drug name Price Pharmacy

Amtersol syrup 100 g 1 pc. RUB 64 Buy

Amtersol syrup fl. 100ml RUB 75 Buy

Anna Kozlova Medical journalist About the author

Education: Rostov State Medical University, specialty "General Medicine".

Information about the drug is generalized, provided for informational purposes only and does not replace the official instructions. Self-medication is hazardous to health!