Contents
Acetylcysteine and Ambroxol
Description
Each filmcoated caplet contains Acetylcysteine 300mg and Ambroxol 30mg
Presentation/Packing
Caplet colour: Titanium Dioxide IP
Shelf-Life: 2 years.
Storage
Store below 30°C, protected from light and moisture.
Indications
MUCOID-A is a combination of Ambroxol, and Acetylcysteine which belongs to the
group of drugs known as Mucolytics.
It is used
to prevent or treat symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD),
such as coughing, shortness of breath or wheezing, tracheobronchitis
(inflammation of airways (trachea and bronchi)), emphysema with bronchitis
pneumoconiosis, and chronic inflammatory pulmonary conditions.
It also treats bronchiectasis (widening of airways
of lungs), and bronchitis with bronchospasm asthma (tightening of the muscles
of the bronchi causing shortness of breath), acute exacerbations of bronchitis
and cystic fibrosis (an inherited disorder characterised by build-up of thick
mucus in lungs).
MUCOID-A acts by reducing the
viscosity (thickness and stickiness) of the mucus (sputum) in the airways and
makes it easier to expel (cough it out) and makes breathing easier.
Dosage and Administration
For Adults
MUCOID-A dosage is as advised by your physician.
Swallow the whole medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the
medicine. Depending on your age, body weight, disease condition, your doctor
will fix the correct dose and duration for you.
Use in paediatrics:
MUCOID-A is not recommended in children under the age of 6 years. Contact your
doctor before taking the medicine
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much MUCOID-A, consult your doctor
immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose may include
nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, allergic reactions, excessive salivary flow,
retching, vomiting, and low blood pressure, restlessness, and diarrhoea.
Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical
attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your
doctor if they persist
Common
side effects of MUCOID-A