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Generic: Carbocisteine

Form: Syrup 250mg/5ml

Indication

Bronchiectasis, Mucolytic, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD)

Administration

Should be taken with food.

Adult Dose

Oral As a mucolytic Adult: Initially, 750 mg tid, then 1.5 g daily in divided doses.

Child Dose

Oral As a mucolytic Child: 2-5 yr: 62.5-125 mg 4 times daily; 6-12 yr: 250 mg tid.

Contraindication

Active peptic ulceration.

Mode of Action

Carbocisteine is a mucolytic. Carbocisteine reduces goblet cell hyperplasia and therefore plays a role in the management of disorders characterised by abnormal mucous.

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