Carbocysteine Pharmacology

Carbocysteine

About Carbocysteine
Mucoactive drug, : local anti-infective agents, expectorants.
Mechanism of Action of Carbocysteine
Carbocysteine is a mucolytic which liquefies the viscid sputum. It acts on the metabolism of mucus producing cells. It induces the production of mucus with increased sialomucin content. Sialomucin influences the rheological properties of mucus and also inhibits kinins and prevents bronchial inflammation and bronchospasm. It normalizes mucus viscosity and reduces goblet cell hyperplasia.
Pharmacokinets of Carbocysteine
Absorption: Administered orally.
Onset of Action for Carbocysteine
N/A
Duration of Action for Carbocysteine
N/A
Half Life of Carbocysteine
N/A
Side Effects of Carbocysteine
1. Gastrointestinal irritation
2. Rashes
3. Headache
4. Nausea
5. Diarrhoea
6. Dizziness
7. Palpitations
8. Heartburn
9. Gastrointestinal bleeding
Contra-indications of Carbocysteine
1. Hypersensitivity to the drug
2. Peptic ulcer
Special Precautions while taking Carbocysteine
History of gastric or duodenal ulcer.
Pregnancy Related Information
Contraindicated
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Contraindicated
Children Related Information
Use with caution
Indications for Carbocysteine
1. Bronchitis
2. Broncheistasis
3. Bronchial obstruction
4. Asthma
5. Upper respiratory tract congestion
6. Sinusitis
7. Rhinopharyngitis
8. Adjunctive therapy in respiratory tract disorders with excessive viscous mucous in the absence of infection
Interactions for Carbocysteine
N/A
Typical Dosage for Carbocysteine
Adults: 500 to 750mg thrice daily.
Children (5 to 12 years): 250mg thrice daily.
Children (2 to 5 years): 125mg two to four times daily as required.
Schedule of Carbocysteine
H
Storage Requirements for Carbocysteine
Store at a temperature below 25 degree C. Protect from light. Keep out of reach of children.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Carbocysteine
Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Effects of Overdose of Carbocysteine
Provide symptomatic treatment and supportive measures.

Home Delivery for Carbocysteine in Your City

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