MACBERY JUNIOR

Uses and Benefits of MACBERY JUNIOR (Ambroxol 15mg + Levosalbutamol 0.5mg + Guaiphenesin 50mg)

This medicine is used to treat cough with breathing difficulty caused by thick mucus in conditions such as bronchitis, asthma, and other respiratory tract infections.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Cough with mucus (productive cough)
• Cough associated with wheezing or breathlessness
• Bronchitis and other chest infections with congestion
• As an add-on treatment in asthma or COPD flare-ups involving mucus buildup

HOW IT WORKS

• Ambroxol breaks down thick mucus, making it thinner and easier to cough out
• Guaiphenesin increases fluid in the airways, helping loosen and clear phlegm
• Levosalbutamol relaxes the muscles around the airways, opening them up for easier breathing
• Together they help clear congestion and ease breathing difficulty caused by mucus

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Dry cough without mucus
• Cough due to allergies alone without chest congestion
• Long-term control treatment of asthma
• Common cold symptoms like sore throat or fever alone
• Self-use without medical advice in children or elderly patients

Side Effects of MACBERY JUNIOR (Ambroxol 15mg + Levosalbutamol 0.5mg + Guaiphenesin 50mg)

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Mild tremors or shakiness in hands
• Nausea or upset stomach
• Headache
• Dry mouth or throat irritation
• Restlessness

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Fast or noticeable heartbeat (palpitations)
• Dizziness
• Vomiting
• Muscle cramps
• Sweating more than usual

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Chest pain or irregular heartbeat
• Severe allergic reaction with swelling of face, lips or throat, and difficulty breathing
• Severe skin rash or blistering
• Very low or very high blood pressure symptoms like fainting or severe headache
• Severe breathlessness that worsens instead of improving

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

How to Use MACBERY JUNIOR (Ambroxol 15mg + Levosalbutamol 0.5mg + Guaiphenesin 50mg)

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as advised by your doctor, usually 2-3 times a day
• Preferably take after food to reduce stomach upset
• If using syrup, use the measuring cup provided, not a regular spoon
• Shake the syrup bottle well before use, if applicable
• Drink plenty of water while on this medicine to help loosen mucus
• Do not increase the dose or frequency on your own even if cough persists

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one
• Do not double the dose to make up for a missed one
• Get back to your regular dosing schedule as advised by your doctor

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and heat
• Keep the syrup bottle tightly closed
• Keep out of reach and sight of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack
• Discard opened syrup as per the period mentioned on the label

Safety Information and Precautions for MACBERY JUNIOR (Ambroxol 15mg + Levosalbutamol 0.5mg + Guaiphenesin 50mg)

This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription in India. Do not use it on your own without medical advice.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to Ambroxol, Levosalbutamol, Guaiphenesin or similar medicines
• Have a known history of irregular heartbeat or uncontrolled heart disease
• Have severe uncontrolled high blood pressure
• Are in the first trimester of pregnancy, unless advised by your doctor

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have diabetes, thyroid disorder, or heart disease
• Have high blood pressure
• Have kidney or liver disease
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Are already taking other cough, cold, or asthma medicines

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other bronchodilators or asthma inhalers
• Beta-blockers used for heart conditions or blood pressure
• Certain antidepressants (MAO inhibitors)
• Diuretics (water pills), as combined use may affect potassium levels
• Other cough and cold medicines containing similar ingredients

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this for a dry cough?

No, this medicine is meant for cough with mucus, not for dry cough.

Is it safe for children?

It should only be given to children if specifically prescribed by a doctor, at a dose suited for their age and weight.

Can I take this with other cough syrups?

• No, avoid combining with other cough or cold medicines unless your doctor approves, to prevent overdosing on similar ingredients.
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