Uses of Rhinathiol

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1. What is Rhinathiol?

What is Rhinathiol? Rhinathiol medicine has the main active ingredient Carbocisteine ​​and other excipients in a sufficient amount. This is a drug that acts on the respiratory tract with the use of treating respiratory disorders related to increased secretion or increased viscosity of mucus, supporting the treatment of ear infections...
Rhinathiol medicine is prepared in the form of The syrup or hard capsule form is suitable for direct oral administration.
1.1. The pharmacokinetics of the active ingredient Carbocisteine ​​Mucolytic drugs Rhinathiol, such as Carbocisteine, may be useful for people with specific long-term respiratory conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Carbocisteine ​​works by making mucus or phlegm less thick and sticky, making it easier to cough up.
The patient needs to take the medicine regularly every day and the medicine works better if you have moderate or severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and frequent flare-ups or worsening.
1.2. Pharmacokinetics of the active substance Carbocisteine ​​After oral administration, the active substance Carbocisteine ​​is rapidly absorbed and reaches maximum plasma concentrations after 2 hours. Bioavailability is poor, less than 10% of the dose because it is extensively metabolized and affected by the first pass through the liver. The mean elimination half-life is about 2 hours. Carbocisteine ​​and its major metabolites are eliminated mainly by the kidneys. 1.3. Effect of active ingredient Carbocisteine ​​Carbocisteine ​​works to thin sputum by severing disulfures cross-linking mucin peptide chains, which increases the viscosity of secretions. This property reduces the viscosity of the mucus, changes the consistency of the sputum, and makes it easier for the user to spit out the sputum.

2. What disease is Rhinathiol used to treat?

Rhinathiol is used in the treatment of the following pathologies:
Treatment of respiratory disorders associated with increased secretion or increased viscosity of mucus such as acute or chronic bronchitis, bronchiectasis, bronchitis bronchial asthma or tracheobronchial perforation. Support the treatment of diseases of the ear, nose and throat such as ear infections, sinusitis, nasopharyngitis or ear canal drainage, reduce secretions before surgery.

3. Usage and dosage of Rhinathiol

3.1. Dosage of Rhinathiol Rhinathiol is made in syrup form, so you take it orally. You can take the medicine with or without water. Dosage for adults: 3 times a day, 1 tablespoon each time is equivalent to about 15ml. Dosage for children aged 5 to 12 years old: 3 times a day, 1 teaspoon each time, equivalent to 5ml. Dosage for children from 2 to 5 years old: 4 times a day, each time from 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon. 3.2. How to use Rhinathiol effectively When taking Rhinathiol, use the dosing spoon with the bottle to be able to accurately measure the dose. Rhinathiol should be administered at least 30 minutes after a meal to avoid gastric irritation and affect bioavailability. After use, store in the correct place. During the use of Rhinathiol, if there is any abnormality in color, smell, or taste, stop using it immediately. Strictly follow the prescription and instructions of the treating doctor. Do not arbitrarily prolong the use of Rhinathiol without the consent of the treating doctor. 3.3. Treatment of Rhinathiol Overdose At present, there have been no studies and reported cases of overdose when using Rhinathiol syrup. However, if there are abnormal signs, you must immediately notify the treating doctor or medical staff and go to the nearest medical facility.

4. Undesirable effects of the drug Rhinathiol

During the use of Rhinathiol medicine, it may cause some unwanted effects for users such as:
Irritation of the gastrointestinal tract: stomach pain, nausea, vomiting,... Some of the above symptoms skin: itching, appearance or rash of red spots, ... When using Rhinathiol, patients with any other abnormal symptoms or symptoms should actively notify the treating doctor for a visit. diagnose and treat quickly and promptly.

5. Rhinathiol drug interactions

Rhinathiol can cause interactions with some specific drugs as follows:
Increases the toxicity of the antibiotic Amoxicillin when used concurrently. Active ingredient Cimetidine reduces the excretion of drug Carbocistein or drug Rhinathiol metabolites in the urine. To ensure safety while combining drugs, you should only use them as prescribed by your doctor, not arbitrarily combine them to avoid interactions that cause unnecessary consequences. At the same time, before using Rhinathiol syrup, you must inform your health care provider about other drugs or foods that you are using to prevent the risk of unfortunate interactions that may happen to your body. .

6. Some notes when using Rhinathiol drug

6.1. Contraindications of the drug Rhinathiol Do not use Rhinathiol for people who are allergic or have a history of allergy to the active ingredient Carbocisteine. People with a history of allergy to other mucolytic drugs in the same class and to other ingredients in Rhinathiol . 6.2. Notes and cautions when using Rhinathiol Rhinathiol is only used when prescribed by a doctor, do not self-use without consulting a treating doctor. Subjects with peptic ulcer disease should not use Rhinathiol on an empty stomach to avoid stomach irritation. Rhinathiol medicine contains the excipient is sucrose, so it should be used with caution in diabetics. Children when using Rhinathiol must have direct supervision and guidance of adults. When taking Rhinathiol, you need to pay attention to use the attached dose spoon or other dosing devices prescribed by the doctor. After each use, close the lid tightly. Check the shelf life and sensory quality of the product before use, when it is found that the syrup is abnormal, do not use it. Before buying or using the drug, you should check the expiry date carefully, to avoid the use of expired medicine that can have adverse effects on health. After each use of Rhinathiol medicine, pay attention to close the bottle cap to prevent dust from entering. Rhinathiol should be used strictly according to the route of administration, the dose has been instructed to ensure the best effect during the use of the drug. Rhinathiol should not be used in children under 2 years of age. 6.3. Precautions for use in pregnant women and nursing mothers Currently, there are no studies or recommendations on the harms and risks of using Rhinathio l for pregnant women and nursing mothers. breastfeeding. However, when using the drug for these groups of people, it is necessary to consult medical professionals or treating doctors before using. Above is all information about Rhinathiol drug, patients need to carefully read the instructions for use, consult a doctor / pharmacist before using. Absolutely do not arbitrarily buy Rhinathiol to treat the disease at home, because there may be unwanted side effects on health.
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