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  • Mucolit Oral Solution 250 mg / 5 ml
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    Active Ingredient
    Carbocysteine 250 mg / 5 ml

    Status in Israel
    OTC

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    Solution

    110 ml

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    Dosage

    Adults including the elderly, and children over the age of 12: Dosage is based upon an initial daily dosage of 2250 mg Carbocisteine in divided doses (15 ml
    Mucolit Oral Solution 250mg/5ml, three times a day), reducing to 1500 mg daily in divided doses (10 ml, three times a day) when a satisfactory response is obtained.
    Children 2 – 5 years: The usual dose is 1.25 – 2.5 ml four times daily
    Children 6 – 12 years: The usual dose is 2.5- 5 ml three times daily


    Indications

    Abnormal, viscid or inspissated mucous secretions in acute or chronic respiratory disease.


    Contra-Indications

    Known hypersensitivity, active peptic ulcer, first trimester of pregnancy.


    Special Precautions

    Discontinuing breastfeeding temporarily or withholding the drug while breastfeeding.
    See prescribing information for full details.


    Side Effects

    Rare reports of skin rashes and gastrointestinal bleeding.
    See prescribing information for full details.


    Pregnancy and Lactation

    Pregnancy
    There are no available data on Carbocysteine use in pregnant women. No conclusions can be drawn regarding whether
    or not Carbocysteine is safe for use during pregnancy. The use of Carbocysteine in pregnant women is not recommended, especially during the first trimester.
    Breast-feeding
    There are no available data on the presence of Carbocysteine in human milk, milk production, or the effects on the breastfed infant. No conclusions can be drawn regarding whether or not Carbocysteine is safe for use during breastfeeding. The use of Carbocysteine in breastfeeding women is not recommended.


    Manufacturer
    CTS Chemical Industries Ltd
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