How to use MUXIMED SYRUP
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Introduction
Package Leaflet: Information for the User
MUXIMED SYRUP EFG
Ambroxol

In this package leaflet:
- What MUXIMED syrupis and what it is used for.
- Before taking MUXIMED syrup.
- How to take MUXIMED syrup.
- Possible side effects.
- Storage of MUXIMED syrup.
- Additional information
1. What is MUXIMED syrup and what is it used for
Muximed belongs to the group of medicines called mucolytics. It acts by decreasing the viscosity of bronchial secretions and facilitating expectoration.
Muximed is indicated in acute and chronic conditions of the respiratory tract where it is necessary to facilitate the elimination of secretions.
2. BEFORE TAKING MUXIMED syrup
Do not take MUXIMED syrup:
- If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to ambroxol or any of the other components of Muximed.
- This medicine should not be used in children under 2 years of age.
Warnings and precautions
Reports of serious skin reactions associated with the administration of ambroxol have been received. If you experience a skin rash (including lesions of the mucous membranes, such as the mouth, throat, nose, eyes, and genitals), stop using MUXIMED syrup and consult your doctor immediately.
Be especially careful with MUXIMED syrup:
Pregnancy and breastfeeding:
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before using any medicine. Treatment with Muximed has not been shown to be harmful during pregnancy. However, your doctor will assess the benefit/risk of its administration.
Treatment with Muximed has not been shown to be harmful to the child. However, your doctor will assess the benefit/risk of its administration.
Children
Muximed is contraindicated in children under 2 years of age.
Use of other medicines
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are using or have recently used other medicines, including those obtained without a prescription.
Important information about some of the components of Muximed
This medicine contains sorbitol. If your doctor has told you that you have an intolerance to certain sugars, consult with them before taking this medicine.
It may produce a slight laxative effect because it contains 2.25 g of sorbitol per 5 ml. Caloric value: 2.6 kcal/g of sorbitol.
This medicine may produce headache, stomach upset, and diarrhea because it contains glycerol.
3. HOW TO TAKE MUXIMED syrup
Follow exactly the administration instructions of Muximed indicated by your doctor. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have any doubts.
Your doctor will indicate the appropriate dose and duration of treatment.
The normal dose is:
Adults:1 measure of 10 ml, 3 times a day.
Children over 5 years:1 measure of 5 ml, 2-3 times a day.
Children from 2 to 5 years:1 measure of 2.5 ml, 3 times a day.
If you take more MUXIMED syrup than you should
If you have taken more MUXIMED syrupthan you should, consult your doctor, pharmacist, or call the Toxicology Information Service, phone 91 562 04 20, indicating the medicine and the amount taken.
If you forget to take Muximed
Do not take a double dose to make up for forgotten doses.
Take your dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take your dose.
If you stop treatment with Muximed
If you have any other questions about the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
4. Possible side effects
Like all medicines, Muximed can have side effects, although not everyone gets them.
If you think any of the side effects you are suffering from is serious or if you notice any side effect not mentioned in this package leaflet, tell your doctor or pharmacist.
Disorders of the stomach and intestine:
- Frequent (at least one in 100 patients): diarrhea
- Uncommon: nausea, vomiting, and gastrointestinal discomfort.
- Rare (at least 1 in 10,000 patients): heartburn
Immune system disorders
- Rare (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people): hypersensitivity reactions.
- Frequency not known (cannot be estimated from the available data): anaphylactic reactions, such as anaphylactic shock, angioedema (rapidly progressing swelling of the skin, subcutaneous tissues, mucous membranes, or submucosal tissues) and pruritus.
Skin disorders:
- Uncommon (at least 1 in 1,000 patients): allergic reactions.
- Rare (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people): exanthema, urticaria
- Frequency not known (cannot be estimated from the available data): serious cutaneous adverse reactions (such as erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis, and acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis).
Reporting of side effects
If you experience any side effect, consult your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse, even if it is a possible side effect not listed in this package leaflet. You can also report them directly through the National Pharmacovigilance System for Human Use Medicines, web: www.notificaRAM.es
5. Storage of MUXIMED syrup
Do not store above 30°C.
KEEP THIS MEDICINE OUT OF THE SIGHT AND REACH OF CHILDREN |
Do not use Muximed syrup after the expiry date stated on the packaging after CAD. The expiry date is the last day of the month indicated.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Deposit the packaging and any unused medicines in the SIGRE collection point at the pharmacy. If in doubt, ask your pharmacist how to dispose of the packaging and any unused medicines. This will help protect the environment.
6. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Composition of Muximed syrup:
- The active ingredient is ambroxol hydrochloride.
- The other ingredients are: raspberry flavor, citric acid monohydrate (E 330), glycerol (E 422), hydroxyethylcellulose, benzoic acid (E 210), propylene glycol, sorbitol (E 420), sodium saccharin, and purified water.
Appearance of the product and packaging content:
Muximed syrup is presented in packaging containing 200 ml.
Each 5 ml of syrup contains 15 mg of Ambroxol.
Marketing authorization holder and manufacturer:
Marketing authorization holder
Amneal Pharma Spain, S.L.
C/ Solana, 26
28850, Torrejón de Ardoz
Madrid, Spain
Manufacturer
LABORATORIOS CINFA, S.A.
Olaz-Chipi, 10. Polígono Industrial Areta
31620 Huarte – Pamplona (Navarra) Spain.
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LABORATORIO BASI – INDUSTRIA FARMACEUTICA, S.A.
Parque Industrial Manuel Lourenço Ferreira
Lotes 8, 15 e 16
3450-232 Mortágua
Portugal
You can request more information about this medicine by contacting the local representative of the marketing authorization holder:
Aristo Pharma Iberia, S.L.
C/ Solana, 26
28850, Torrejón de Ardoz
Madrid, Spain
This package leaflet was approved in May 2016
“Detailed and updated information on this medicine is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS) http://www.aemps.gob.es/”
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- Country of registration
- Dosage formORAL SOLUTION/SUSPENSION, 5 ml
- ATC codeR05CB06
- Active substance
- Prescription requiredNo
- Manufacturer
- This information is for reference only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a doctor before taking any medication. Oladoctor is not responsible for medical decisions based on this content.
- Alternatives to MUXIMED SYRUPDosage form: ORAL SOLUTION/SUSPENSION/PULMONARY INHALATION, 15 mg/2 mlActive substance: ambroxolManufacturer: Laboratorio Aldo Union S.L.Prescription requiredDosage form: ORAL SOLUTION/SUSPENSION, 15 mgActive substance: ambroxolManufacturer: Laboratorios Cinfa S.A.Prescription not requiredDosage form: ORAL SOLUTION/SUSPENSION, 6 mg/mlActive substance: ambroxolManufacturer: Laboratorios Cinfa S.A.Prescription not required
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Frequently Asked Questions
MUXIMED SYRUP does not require a prescription in Spain. You can check with a doctor online whether this medicine may be appropriate for your situation.
The active ingredient in MUXIMED SYRUP is ambroxol. This information helps identify medicines with the same composition but different brand names.
MUXIMED SYRUP is manufactured by Amneal Pharma Spain S.L.. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.
Doctors such as Family doctors, Psychiatrists, Dermatologists, Cardiologists, Endocrinologists, Gastroenterologists, Pulmonologists, Nephrologists, Rheumatologists, Hematologists, Infectious disease physicians, Allergists, Geriatricians, Paediatricians, Oncologists may assess whether MUXIMED SYRUP is appropriate, depending on your situation and local regulations. You can book an online consultation to discuss your symptoms and possible next steps.
Spain has a well-developed healthcare infrastructure across major cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Seville. Pharmacies are widely available and operate under strict regulations, ensuring access to prescribed medications.
You can buy MUXIMED SYRUP in Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, or Valencia at any local pharmacy with a valid prescription.
To obtain a prescription, you can use Oladoctor:
Other medicines with the same active substance (ambroxol) include AMBROXOL ALDO-UNION 15 mg/2 ml ORAL SOLUTION OR CONCENTRATE FOR NEBULIZER INHALATION, AMBROXOL CINFA 3 mg/ml SYRUP, AMBROXOL CINFA 6 mg/ml SYRUP. These may have different brand names or formulations but contain the same therapeutic ingredient. Always consult a doctor before switching or starting a new medicine.