Mucotone Capsule 200 mg (Acetylcysteine)

Adult dose

Acute disease: 200 mg once, three times a day Chronic disease: 200 mg once, twice a day

Child dose

Acute disease: 6-14 years old 200 mg once, twice a day Chronic disease: 6-14 years old 100 mg once, three times a day Cystic fibrosis: 6 years and older 200 mg once, three times a day

This medication may cause allergic reactions; therefore, individuals with hypersensitivity to this medication or its ingredients should not take it. Patients with ulcers in the stomach or duodenum should not take this medication. Children under 2 years old should not take this medication. This medication contains lactose, so those with genetic problems digesting lactose should not take it. Pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should consult a doctor before taking this medication and should only take it when necessary. It is also important for nursing mothers to consult with a professional before taking this medication since it is unclear if it is secreted in breast milk. If gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, mouth inflammation, heartburn, or diarrhea appear during use, discontinue use immediately and consult a doctor. If allergic reactions occur, such as hives, itching, rash, headache, tinnitus, or bronchospasm in asthma patients, stop use immediately and consult a professional. If there is an increased heart rate or elevated blood pressure, or if a severe allergic reaction occurs, discontinue use immediately. Severe side effects such as difficulty in breathing have been reported rarely, so inform a doctor immediately if symptoms appear. When taken with antibiotics, the effectiveness may be reduced, so it is advisable to take them at least 2 hours apart. Do not mix other medications into the liquid form of this medication. Keep it in a safe place out of reach of children and store it in its original container to prevent misuse or deterioration of quality.

Serious side effects

Hives, bronchospasm (especially in asthma patients), anaphylaxis, difficulty in breathing

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• stomatitis
• heartburn
• diarrhea
• itching
• rash
• headache
• tinnitus
• tachycardia

Drug interactions

This medication should be taken at least 2 hours apart when used with oral antibiotics (amoxicillin, cefuroxime, doxycycline, erythromycin, chloramphenicol). Also, avoid adding other medications to the solution of this medication.

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius to ensure the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

A hard capsule with a light blue upper and lower part filled with white powder

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 500 capsules/bottle