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Description
Indications
Carbocisteine helps clear the chest by making the phlegm (mucus) less sticky and easier to cough up when you have a common cold, flu, and infections of the airways that can cause excessive production of phlegm. It is prescribed to help conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and cystic fibrosis. Carbocisteine is classified as a mucolytic.
Uses and Dosage
This medication is available in various forms such as capsules, tablets, syrup, or oral solution.
Follow your doctor’s instructions or the label guidelines precisely when taking Carbocisteine. Avoid taking more or less than instructed by your doctor or pharmacist.
Administer Carbocisteine with food or directly after a meal. Aim to take it at the same time each day for consistency.
If using the oral solution or syrup, shake the bottle thoroughly before consumption to ensure uniform mixing of the liquid. Utilize the provided measuring spoon, cup, or oral syringe to measure your dose accurately. Consult the package insert for instructions on the proper use of the oral syringe.
It may take up to a week or longer to experience the full benefits of this drug. Inform your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or worsen.
Side Effects
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention:
- nausea
- vomiting
- diarrhoea
- stomach discomfort
Inform your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any serious side effects:
- bloody or black stools
- vomiting blood or ground coffee-like material
- rashes
- breathlessness
- swelling of the face, eyes, or mouth
- blistering of the lips, mouth, or eyes accompanied by fever
Caution
- Inform your physician or pharmacist if you have any allergies, particularly to guaifenesin, before starting its use. Be aware of any inactive ingredients that may cause allergic reactions or other adverse effects.
- Provide a detailed medical history to your doctor or pharmacist, particularly regarding breathing difficulties, such as emphysema, chronic bronchitis, asthma, and smoker’s cough, or any cough accompanied by blood or excessive mucus.
- During pregnancy, this medication should only be used when absolutely necessary. Discuss the potential risks and benefits with your doctor.
- It is unknown whether this medicationl passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.
Form and Strength
Mucodyne is available in the following forms and strengths:
- Mucodyne capsule:
- 375 mg
FAQ
How soon will Mucodyne make me feel better?
Mucodyne will start working straight away, but it may take a while for you to notice your symptoms improving. It can take time for the medicine to work and for phlegm to break up.
Is Mucodyne a bronchodilator?
No, Mucodyne isn’t a bronchodilator because it doesn’t relax your airways. It helps thin the mucus in your lungs, which might make it easier to breathe.
