Carbocysteine Lysine Monohydrate
Carbocysteine Lysine Monohydrate is a mucolytic agent used to treat respiratory conditions characterized by excessive or thick mucus. It works by modifying the structure of mucus in the airways, making it less viscous and easier to clear. This medication is typically prescribed for chronic respiratory disorders such as chronic bronchitis, COPD, and other conditions involving mucus hypersecretion.
A mucolytic medication that helps clear thick mucus from the airways by modifying its structure, used primarily for chronic respiratory conditions.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1793898
- Generic
- Carbocysteine Lysine Monohydrate
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treatment of respiratory conditions with excessive mucus production, including chronic bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), bronchiectasis, and other disorders characterized by viscous mucus secretions.
As a mucolytic and mucoregulatory agent, it modifies the chemical structure of mucoproteins in respiratory secretions, reducing mucus viscosity and elasticity to facilitate its clearance from the airways.
Generally well-tolerated; common side effects may include gastrointestinal symptoms. Should be used with caution in patients with a history of gastric ulcers. Available by prescription in many countries. Not recommended for use in children under a certain age depending on local guidelines.
Official drug label
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