PRODUCT DETAILS
Composition
- Carbocisteine 5%
(Equivalent to 5 g carbocisteine per 100 mL; usually 250 mg/5 mL) (vidal.fr)
Category / Class
- Mucolytic / expectorant
- Respiratory tract mucus-thinning agent
Use / Indications
Used for:
- Productive cough with thick mucus
- Bronchitis
- Respiratory tract congestion
- Conditions with excessive or sticky airway secretions
- Acute respiratory infections with mucus buildup (vidal.fr)
Mechanism of Action
Carbocisteine reduces the viscosity (thickness) of mucus, making sputum easier to cough out and improving airway clearance.
Direction of Use
Typical adult dosage:
- Usually 15 mL three times daily initially
- Dose may later be reduced as symptoms improve
Instructions:
- Shake bottle before use
- Use measuring cup/spoon
- Preferably take after meals if stomach upset occurs
- Drink plenty of fluids to help mucus clearance
- Do not use longer than recommended without medical advice (vidal.fr)
Common Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Stomach discomfort
- Dizziness
- Mild rash or itching
Serious Side Effects
Seek medical attention if patient develops:
- Severe allergic reaction
- Skin blistering or peeling
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Difficulty breathing
- Severe rash/swelling
Warnings
Do NOT use in:
- Allergy to carbocisteine
- Active stomach ulcer disease
- Children below recommended age for adult formulation
Important warnings:
- Mucolytics may worsen airway obstruction in some patients unable to clear mucus properly
- Use cautiously in patients with asthma
- Persistent cough should be medically evaluated
Drug Interactions
Use cautiously with:
- Antitussives/cough suppressants (e.g., codeine, dextromethorphan) because mucus retention may occur
- Other medicines causing stomach irritation
Cautions
- Maintain adequate hydration
- Use cautiously in:
- Elderly patients
- Asthma patients
- History of peptic ulcer disease
- Stop use if rash or allergic reaction occurs
- Avoid combining with strong cough suppressants unless prescribed
