Carbocisteine
Mechanism :
Carbocisteine is a mucolytic.
Absorption: Rapidly and well absorbed from the GI tract after oral admin.
Distribution: Penetrates into lung tissue and respiratory mucus.
Excretion: Excreted in the urine as unchanged drug and metabolites.
Indication :
Contraindications :
People who are allergic (hypersensitive) to carbocisteine or any of the other ingredients
People with an active stomach (peptic) ulcer
Children under 2 years old.
Dosing :
Oral: 2-5 years:
200-500 mg daily in 2-4 divided doses.
6-12 years:
300-750 mg daily in 3 divided doses.
Adverse Effect :
Rash, itching, dizziness, angioedema, gastric discomfort, GI bleeding.
Interaction :
No significant interactions found.
Hepatic Dose :
No dosage adjustments are recommended.