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Carbocistein 250mg is a drug that has the effect of clearing mucus and helping to reduce the viscosity of sputum in the lungs, facilitating the expulsion of sputum out through the cough reflex. The use of Carbocistein is usually less likely to cause side effects, but there may be some symptoms on the gastrointestinal tract. The following article provides you with information about the uses and possible side effects when using Carbocistein.1. What is Carbocistein 250mg?
Carbocistein 250mg is a drug that has the effect of clearing mucus and helping to reduce the viscosity of sputum in the lungs, facilitating the expulsion of sputum out through the cough reflex. Carbocistein 250 is prepared in the form of hard capsules with a strength of 250mg.Carbocistein is a derivative of Acetylcistein, which is a blocked thiol group. Carbocisteine has been shown to affect the nature and amount of mucinous glycoproteins secreted by the respiratory mucosa in both normal animal and bronchial models. Transformation of serous cells and an increase in the neutral glycoprotein acid ratio of the mucus are considered to be the initial response to irritation and are followed by increased secretion.
A number of human studies have demonstrated that Carbocistein reduces cell proliferation, whereby Carbocisteine plays an important role in the management of disorders characterized by abnormal mucus secretion.
2. Indications and contraindications Carbocistein 250mg
2.1.Indications Carbocistein 250mg is indicated for the treatment of respiratory diseases with mucus and mucus, helping to improve the secretion of bronchial secretions, such as some of the following diseases:
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease calculation (COPD). Acute bronchitis . Exacerbation of chronic bronchitis. Pneumonia . Bronchiectasis. Gas perforation. 2.2.Contraindications Carbocistein 250mg is contraindicated for use in the following cases:
Allergy or hypersensitivity to Carbocistein or any other excipients in the drug. Patient has peptic ulcer. Due to the risk of using mucolytics, they can destroy the protective barrier (mucus) in the lining of the stomach. Children under 2 years old.
3. Carbocistein side effects
Using Carbocistein is usually less common side effects, but can occur drug intolerance in the gastrointestinal tract such as stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, gastrointestinal bleeding.
Besides, there may be some other side effects of Carbocistein such as anaphylaxis, skin rash, allergic skin rash, erythema fixed, bronchospasm, myalgia, dizziness, headache, urinary incontinence, palpitations.
In case of serious side effects, the patient needs to stop using the drug and take it to the nearest medical facility for timely treatment.
4. How to take Carbocistein 250mg
Carbocistein 250mg is used orally, should be taken after meals to avoid affecting the gastrointestinal mucosa. Dosage of Carbocistein 250mg is as follows:
For adults: 3 tablets (250mg)/time x 3 times/day. Depending on the patient's response and clinical condition, the dose may be reduced. Children from 5 to 12 years old: 1 tablet (250mg)/time x 3 times/day. Overdose of Carbocistein 250mg and treatment:
Digestive disorders are possible symptoms when taking an overdose of Carbocistein 250mg. In case the patient overdoses on Carbocistein, it is advisable to induce vomiting in the patient. If vomiting is not possible, perform gastric lavage and closely monitor the patient. Treatment of drug overdose Carbocistein mainly applies symptomatic treatment and supportive treatment.
5. Note when taking Carbocistein 250mg
Carbocistein should be used with caution in the elderly, in patients with a history of peptic ulcer disease, or in patients taking drugs with a risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. If symptoms of gastrointestinal bleeding appear, stop using the drug and go to a medical facility for treatment. Carbocistein is a mucus or phlegm thinner, not a cough suppressant. Occasionally, patients may develop an increased cough reflex to expel sputum during administration of the drug. However, the patient should not be too worried, because when the phlegm is gone, the cough will be relieved. Pregnancy: although studies in mammals have not revealed a teratogenic effect in the drug. In addition, there are not enough adequate studies on the safety and effectiveness of drug use in pregnant women. Therefore, Carbocistein should not be used in pregnant women, especially during the first 3 months of pregnancy. Breast-feeding women: The effect of Carbocistein in lactating women is not known, so Carbocistein should not be used in this population to ensure safety for the baby and mother.
6. Carbocistein drug interactions
Carbocistein should not be used concurrently with antitussives or expectorants (atropin-like effects) because of possible drug interactions. In addition, to avoid drug interactions, patients need to inform their doctors about the drugs, herbs, and supplements they are using. Carbocistein 250mg is indicated for the treatment of respiratory diseases with mucus and mucus, helping to improve the secretion of bronchial secretions. Gastrointestinal intolerance to Carbocistein is the most common side effect. In addition, you may experience some other side effects such as skin rash, bronchospasm, palpitations ... In case of serious side effects, the patient should stop using Carbocistein and go to a medical facility. nearest to be treated promptly.
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