About carboxyme thyl cysteine
Mucolytic medicine
Used for
- Thins sticky mucus in respiratory conditions, making it easier to cough up.
Usual adult dose
Usually 750 mg three times daily initially, then 1.5 g daily in divided doses when improved.
Usual dose in children
Usually 20 mg/kg daily in three divided doses; dosing depends on age and product guidance.
Common side effects
- Nausea, diarrhoea, or stomach discomfort
- Skin rash or allergic reaction
- Rarely, stomach or intestinal bleeding
Important warnings
- Avoid with active peptic ulcer disease.
- Use caution with a history of stomach ulcers or bleeding.
- Seek urgent care for severe allergic symptoms or signs of gastrointestinal bleeding.
Pregnancy
Safety information is limited; use during pregnancy only when a clinician considers it necessary.
Breastfeeding
Safety information is limited; seek advice from a healthcare professional before use.
Interactions
- No major interactions are well established.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.