Uses of Tinfomuc 200mg

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1. What is Tinfomuc 200?

Drug Tinfomuc 200mg is a drug belonging to the group of respiratory drugs, used to clear mucus in the treatment of subjects with bronchial secretion disorders.
Manufacturer: Gia Nguyen Pharmaceutical Joint Stock Company.
Packing: Box of 30 packs.
Dosage form: Powder medicine.
Registrar: VD-28939-18.
Ingredients of the drug Tinfomuc 200
Each package of Tinfomuc 200 powder contains the following ingredients:
The main active ingredient is Acetylcysteine ​​200mg. Other excipients and auxiliary materials such as povidon K-30, Lactose, sucralose, orange flavor powder, citric acid, sunset yellow FCF), sucrose,...just enough for 1 packet of powder.

2. Uses of Tinfomuc 200mg

Tinfomuc 200 contains the main active ingredient, Acetylcysteine, which belongs to a group of drugs called expectorants. It works by thinning the mucus in the airways to make it easier to cough up mucus and clear the airways.
Acetylcysteine ​​is a sulfhydryl compound and works to increase Glutathione synthesis in the liver. Glutathione then acts as an antioxidant and facilitates binding to toxic metabolites, especially the toxic metabolites of Acetaminophen. Use this active ingredient to treat Paracetamol poisoning.
2.1 Indications of the drug Tinfomuc 200 Tinfomuc 200 is indicated for use to help clear mucus in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), for people with cystic fibrosis of the pancreas, pneumonia and to help open care. windpipe. Used for people with acute bronchitis and chronic bronchitis with thick sputum. In addition, this drug is also used as an antidote for Acetaminophen poisoning. 2.2 Dosage – How to use Tinfomuc 200 Dosage:
You can refer to the dosage that the manufacturer recommends as follows:
For adults and children over 7 years old, use 3 packs per day, divided into 3 times a day. For children between the ages of 2 and 7 years old, use Adults and children over 7 years old: 1 pack/time, 3 times a day. 2 packs a day, divided into 2 times a day. In addition, you can use the drug according to the dose prescribed by the doctor.
How to use:
The drug is prepared in powder form, used orally. How to use Tinfomuc 200 as follows: Dissolve each pack of medicine with about 100ml of water. Use the medicine as soon as it is dissolved. 2.3 Treatment of missed dose, overdose Missed dose:
If you forget a dose of Tinfomuc 200, use it as soon as you remember. However, if it is close to the next dose, do not use it. Do not take a double dose in order to replenish the missed dose. Treatment:
If you forget a dose of Tinfomuc 200, use it as soon as you remember. However, if it is close to the next dose, do not use it. Do not take a double dose in order to replenish the missed dose. Overdose:
If you accidentally overdose on Tinfomuc 200, you may experience symptoms such as hypotension, respiratory failure, hemolysis, renal failure or disseminated intravascular coagulation.
Please monitor your body condition, if there are any abnormal signs that seriously affect your health, immediately go to the nearest medical facility to get help.

3. Side effects of the drug Tinfomuc 200

The more common side effects you may experience while using Tinfomuc 200 are as follows:
Increased cough (because acetylcysteine ​​breaks down the lining in your airways) Mouth sores or painful swelling. Nausea, vomiting. Fever. Runny nose, chest tightness. Wheeze. Serious side effects may occur such as: Bronchospasm, symptoms may include:
Wheezing. You feel chest tightness. Shortness of breath.

4. Drug interactions

Acetylcysteine ​​has no known serious interactions with other drugs. However, there are still slight interactions between this drug and some of the following drugs:
Activated charcoal. Azithromycin . Bazedoxifene/conjugated estrogens. Chloramphenicol. Clarithromycin. Demeclocycline. Dichlorphenamide. Doxycycline. Erythromycin. Erythromycin ethylsuccinate. Erythromycin lactobionate. Erythromycin stearate. Minocycline. Rrobenecid. Sodium picosulfate/magnesium oxide/anhydrous citric acid. Tetracyclines. Vancomycin. You should list the drugs you are using or intend to use with Tinfomuc 200 so that your doctor can check for interactions. It may be necessary to stop or change the dosage of any medication first in order to use this medicine for optimal treatment.

5. Note when using Tinfomuc 200

Contraindications:
Do not use Tinfomuc 200 for people with a history of allergy or hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients in the formula. Do not give the drug to people with pre-existing asthma because these people will be at risk of causing bronchospasm. Do not give this medicine to children under 24 months old for the purpose of clearing phlegm. Notes and cautions:
Read carefully the instructions for use of Tinfomuc 200 before using. Care should be taken when using the drug for subjects at risk of asthma, who have a history of allergic reactions need to be closely monitored. If bronchospasm occurs, use nebulizers such as salbutamol or ipratropium to help dilate the bronchi. In addition, you must stop using this medicine immediately. The volume of bronchial secretions may increase after taking the drug; if cough response is inadequate, consider maintaining airway by mechanical suction if necessary; If airway obstruction arises from a foreign body or local accumulation, clear it by endotracheal aspiration, with or without bronchoscopy. Because the formula contains lactose and sucrose, people with sugar intolerance should tell their doctor about their condition for appropriate treatment. For those who operate machinery or drive vehicles, caution should be exercised after taking the drug, because the drug can cause some side effects such as headache, drowsiness. Note for pregnant women and lactating mothers
Pregnant women : Because there are not enough studies on the safety effects and adverse effects of Tinfomuc 200 when used in pregnant women This drug should not be used by pregnant women. If it is absolutely necessary to use it, you should contact your doctor, carefully weighing the benefits and risks that the drug may bring.
Lactating mothers : There are no studies to show that Tinfomuc is excreted in breast milk or not and can cause any harm to the baby. Therefore, caution should be exercised when administering the drug to nursing mothers.
Storage
Tinfomuc's storage temperature is below 30 degrees Celsius. Do not expose the medicine to direct sunlight. Keep out of reach and play areas of children. Do not use medicines that have passed the expiry date indicated on the package.

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