CARBOCISTEINE belongs to the expectorant or mucolytic agent class. It is generally used to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and cystic fibrosis. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic inflammatory lung disease that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs. Cystic fibrosis is an inherited condition that causes sticky mucus in the lungs and digestive system. This causes lung infections and problems with food.
CARBOCISTEINE contains Carbocisteine, a mucolytic agent (cough/sputum thinner). It works by making mucus (phlegm) less sticky. This makes the mucus easier to cough up.
You should take CARBOCISTEINE as your doctor directed. This medication may show common side effects, including vomiting, nausea, diarrhoea, and epigastric discomfort (discomfort in the upper abdomen). Most of these effects subside over time without needing medical care. However, consult a doctor if the side effects worsen or persist.
It is recommended not to use if you are allergic to carbocisteine or any other ingredients in CARBOCISTEINE. This medicine should not be taken during the first three months of your pregnancy. Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not breastfeed unless instructed by the doctor during the therapy. CARBOCISTEINE is not recommended for use in children less than 12 years of age. A paediatric syrup is available for use in children.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and cystic fibrosis.
CARBOCISTEINE contains carbocisteine, a mucolytic agent (cough/sputum thinner). It works by modulating the sputum viscosity in the respiratory tract, making it more fluid and less thick, increasing the mucociliary rate and allowing mucus removal from the respiratory tract. Thereby, it helps to treat the symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and cystic fibrosis.
Do not use CARBOCISTEINE in more than prescribed doses or longer duration as it may cause adverse effects. Caution should be exercised while using CARBOCISTEINE if you have had an ulcer in your stomach or gut or are taking other medicines known to cause bleeding in the stomach. It is recommended not to use if you are allergic to any component present in CARBOCISTEINE or your first three months of pregnancy. So, keep your doctor informed about your health condition, sensitives and all the medicines you take before taking CARBOCISTEINE to rule out any side effects.
Drug-Drug Interactions: CARBOCISTEINE may interact with medicines known to cause bleeding in the stomach, such as NSAIDs.
Drug-Food Interactions: Limit or avoid the consumption of alcohol.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have had an ulcer in your stomach or gut.
Avoid consumption of alcohol during therapy with CARBOCISTEINE.
CARBOCISTEINE should not be taken during the first three months of your pregnancy. Hence, if you are pregnant, inform your doctor before taking CARBOCISTEINE.
Consult the doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking CARBOCISTEINE. A decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or to discontinue the medicine, taking into account the importance of the medicine to the mother.
CARBOCISTEINE does not impact your ability to drive or use machinery.
Limited information is available about using CARBOCISTEINE in patients with liver disease. Inform your doctor before taking CARBOCISTEINE if you have an active or a history of liver disease.
Limited information is available about using CARBOCISTEINE in patients with kidney disease. Inform your doctor before taking CARBOCISTEINE if you have an active or a history of kidney disease.
CARBOCISTEINE is not recommended for use in children as the safety and efficacy are not established.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic inflammatory lung disease that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs. Common symptoms of COPD include shortness of breath, a persistent chesty cough with phlegm that does not go away, frequent chest infections and persistent wheezing.
Cystic fibrosis is an inherited condition that causes sticky mucus to build up in the lungs and digestive system. This causes lung infections and problems with digesting food. Symptoms of cystic fibrosis include recurring chest infections, wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath and damage to the airways (bronchiectasis).