| ambroxol | <chemical> A metabolite of bromhexine that stimulates mucociliary action and clears the air passages in the respiratory tract. It is usually administered as the hydrochloride. Pharmacological action: expectorants. Chemical name: Cyclohexanol, 4-(((2-amino-3,5-dibromophenyl)methyl)amino)-, trans- (12 Dec 1998) |
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