Carbocisteine
Uses of Carbocisteine
Carbocisteine is commonly used in the treatment of Respiratory Tract Disorders associated Production of Excessive Viscous Mucus including COPD
How Carbocisteine Works
Carbocisteine is a mucolytic agent. It reduces excessive or viscous mucus production by reducing the number of goblet cells in the respiratory tract. The thinning of mucus enable easier excretion by the cilia in the airway.
Side Effects of Carbocisteine
Vomiting, Gastrointestinal bleeding, Skin rashes, Itching, Dermatitis
Warnings
Kidney Use With Care
There's no data available regarding the relation between Carbocisteine metabolism and the kidney. Please consult your doctor before using it.
Alcohol Safe
There is no known interaction of Carbocisteine with alcohol.
Pregnancy Maybe Safe
Carbocisteine may be unsafe to use during pregnancy especially during 1st trimester. The benefits from the use of Carbocisteine in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving Generally Safe
Carbocisteine usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.
Liver Limited Data
There's no data available regarding the relation between Carbocisteine metabolism and the liver. Please consult your doctor before using it.
Lactation Limited Data
Carbocisteine is probably safe to use during lactation. It is not known if Carbocisteine is excreted in human breast milk. Please consult your doctor before using it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Written by Dr Sri Viknarajan, MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)
Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).
