Mucovisc 600mg Effervescent Tablet (Acetylcysteine 600mg)

INTRODUCTION

MUCOVISC contain Acetylcysteine which belongs to a group of medicine called mucolytic agents. It is used to treat airway diseases such as bronchitis (inflammation of the mucous membrane in the airways), emphysema (a lung condition where the air sacs in the lungs are damaged causing shortness of breath, mucoviscidosis (inherited life-threatening disorder that damages the lungs and digestive system) and bronchiectasis (chronic widening of an airway passage). It breaks down and loosens thick phlegm, making it runny and easy to cough up.

This medicine is strictly not recommended for use in children under 2 years. It is not suitable for children and adolescents up to 18 years. This medicine is indicated for adults only. Always take MUCOVISC exactly as your doctor has told you. This medicine must be taken with or without food. Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during this treatment. Before taking this medicine tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney disease, heart disease, or pancreas problems. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

USES OF MUCOVISC

Treat airway diseases such as bronchitis, emphysema, mucoviscidosis and bronchiectasis

HOW MUCOVISC WORKS

MUCOVISC works by thinning the mucus (phlegm) making it easier to cough out. Thus, it clears the air passage and make breathing easier. It also has antioxidant action.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Always take MUCOVISC exactly as your doctor has told you. This medicine must be taken with or without food. Try to take this medicine at the same time each day.

SIDE EFFECTS OF MUCOVISC

SERIOUS
Anaphylactic shock leading to severe drop in blood pressure, paleness, restlessness, weak pulse, clammy skin and decreased consciousness
Allergic reaction such as sudden fluid accumulation in the skin and mucous membranes (e.g. throat or tongue), breathing difficulties and/or itching and skin rash(angioedema)
Bleeding
RARE
Difficulty breathing, shortness of breath or breathlessness
Impaired digestion with symptom of fullness in the upper abdomen, gastric pain, belching, nausea, and heartburn (dyspepsia)

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Nausea:

Try taking this medicine with, or just after, a meal or snack and stick to simple meals and do not eat rich or spicy food.

Skin itching:

Apply a cold, wet cloth, or ice pack on the skin. Moisturize your skin. Apply cooling agents, such as menthol or calamine.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY
MUCOVISC should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

BREASTFEEDING
MUCOVISC should be used with caution in breast feeding women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

ALCOHOL
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with MUCOVISC.

KIDNEY
MUCOVISC should be used with caution in patients suffering from active kidney diseases. Consult your doctor for advice.

LIVER
MUCOVISC should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver function impairment or active liver diseases. Consult your doctor for advice.

ALLERGY
Do not take MUCOVISC if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to acetylcysteine or any other ingredients in this medicine.

LUNGS
It is not recommended in patients with active lung diseases (bronchial asthma). Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

OTHERS

Tell your doctor if you have or had a condition such as,

A peptic ulcer
Stevens-Johnson syndrome (serious hypersensitivity reactions with (high) fever, skin redness, joint pains and/or eye infection)
Lyell syndrome (acute hypersensitivity reactions accompanied by fever and blisters on the skin or peeling of the skin)
New changes to the skin or mucous membranes

INTERACTIONS

Talk to your doctor if you are taking,

Antibiotics (used to treat infections)
Nitroglycerin (used to treat angina pectoris)
Activated charcoal (used to treat traveller’s diarrhoea)
Cough suppressants