Carbocisteine: how to take it safely
Mucodyne
Reviewed by Pharm. Abeeb Junior
What it is for
Thins and loosens thick mucus in chesty coughs and COPD.
How to take it
Drink plenty of fluids.
When to take it
Take it 3 times a day, then reduce as your doctor advises.
Take it with
With or without food.
What to avoid
- Tell your doctor if you have stomach ulcers.
- Taking it with cough suppressants.
Possible side effects
Nausea, stomach upset, mild rash.
Get help if
Black stools, vomiting blood or a severe rash: see a doctor.
This is general information, not personal medical advice. Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions and read the leaflet that comes with your medicine. Medicines and doses can differ between products and people.