MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR Effervescent Tablet 10's

Cough And Cold (725)Rx required

Key Information

Generic Name

Generic Name N-Acetylcysteine 200 mg Also Known As: Acetylcysteine

Manufacturer

Cipla Ltd

Variant

10 Tablet(s) in a Strip

Country of Origin

India

Detailed Information

Introduction

MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET contains Acetylcysteine, which belongs to the group of medicines called Mucolytics. It is used in adults to manage acute airway diseases such as bronchitis (inflammation of the mucous membrane in the airways), emphysema, mucoviscidosis (cystic fibrosis), and/or bronchiectasis (chronic widening of the airway passage). MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET is not recommended for use in patients allergic to Acetylcysteine. It is also not recommended for use in patients with bronchial asthma. Before taking MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET, inform your doctor if you have stomach ulcers, liver diseases (such as non-alcoholic fatty acid disease), or chronic kidney disease. MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET should be used with caution by pregnant and breastfeeding women only if it is clearly necessary. The medicine is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years) and is advised to be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 60 years) after consulting your doctor. The most common

Uses

OF MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET To manage acute airway diseases such as bronchitis, emphysema, mucoviscidosis, and/or bronchiectasis in adults

How It Works

MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET works by enhancing airway secretions and mucociliary function (a defense mechanism of the lungs that promotes movement and removal of excess mucus), which causes the mucus (phlegm) to become less sticky, resulting in its easy removal through cough, thus managing airway diseases in affected individuals.

Directions for Use

Take MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET as advised by your physician. Dissolve the medicine in half a glass of water and drink the solution immediately. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Side Effects

taking MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET are nausea and vomiting. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsen. USES OF MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET To manage acute airway diseases such as bronchitis, emphysema, mucoviscidosis, and/or bronchiectasis in adults HOW MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET WORKSMUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET works by enhancing airway secretions and mucociliary function (a defense mechanism of the lungs that promotes movement and removal of excess mucus), which causes the mucus (phlegm) to become less sticky, resulting in its easy removal through cough, thus managing airway diseases in affected individuals. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET as advised by your physician. Dissolve the medicine in half a glass of water and drink the solution immediately. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLETCOMMON nausea vomiting UNCOMMON signs of a hypersensitivity reaction (immune response to an allergen or antigen) such as shortness of breath, tightness of chest, cough, itching, rashes, and pounding heartrate headache ringing in the ears inflamed and sore mouth diarrhoea fever low blood pressure abdominal pain RARE signs of bronchospasm (tightening of airways in the lungs), such as shortening of breath or difficulty breathing impaired indigestion with symptoms of fullness in the upper abdomen, gastric pain, belching, nausea, and heartburn Stop taking MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET and contact your doctor if you experience any of the following side effects: signs of shock such as a severe drop in blood pressure, paleness, restlessness, weak pulse, clammy skin, and/or decreased consciousness signs of angioedema (sudden fluid accumulation in the skin and mucous membrane) such as swelling of the lips, throat, or tongue, difficulty breathing, itching, and/or skin rash

Warnings & Precautions

& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYMonitoring requiredMUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET should be used with caution by pregnant women only if it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGMonitoring requiredMUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women only if it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor about taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionMUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET is not likely to affect your ability to drive or use machines. Consult your doctor before taking it. KIDNEYUse with CautionMUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET should be used with caution in patients with chronic kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. LIVERUse with CautionMUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases such as non-alcoholic fatty acid disease. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. ALLERGYContraindicatedMUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET is not recommended for use in patients allergic to acetylcysteine, or any other ingredients of this medicine. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. LUNGSContraindicatedMUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with lung diseases such as bronchial asthma. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. USE IN PEDIATRICSContraindicatedMUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years). Consult your doctor before administering the medicine to the child. USE IN GERIATRICSUse with CautionMUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 60 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. OTHERSBefore taking MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET, inform your doctor if you: have had ulcers in your stomach

Drug Interactions

SA. Drug-Drug Interactions: Before taking MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: cough suppressants (medicines used to suppress cough reflex) Ex. benzonatate nitro-glycerine (a medicine used to manage angina pectoris) activated charcoal (a medicine used to manage poisoning) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdosage are nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. SYNOPSIS Drug : Acetyl Cysteine Pharmacological Category : Mucolytics Therapeutic Indication : Acute airway diseases (such as bronchitis, emphysema mucoviscidosis, and/or bronchiectasis) Dosage Forms : Capsule, Tablet, Effervescent Tablet, Injection, Granules, Injection, Solution, Syrup MORE INFORMATION Keep MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET out of reach of children Store MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET below 25°C

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions and answers about MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR Effervescent Tablet 10's.

Q

What MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET is used for?

A

MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET is used in adults as a mucolytic (phlegm loosening medicine) to manage airway diseases such as bronchitis, emphysema, mucoviscidosis (cystic fibrosis), and bronchiectasis.

Q

What happens if you take more MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET than your required dose?

A

If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdosage are nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Q

Is it safe to use MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET on pregnant and breastfeeding women?

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MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women and breastfeeding women only if it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Q

How does MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET work?

A

MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET works by enhancing airway secretions and mucociliary function (a defense mechanism of the lungs that promotes movement and removal of excess mucus), which causes the mucus (phlegm) to become less sticky, resulting in its easy removal through cough, thus managing airway diseases in affected individuals.

Q

What precautions must be taken while using MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET?

A

Before taking MUCINAC 200 SUGAR FREE ORANGE FLAVOUR EFFERVESCENT TABLET, inform your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease, or have had ulcers in your stomach.

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Last Updated

26 Feb 2024

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