Description

Neither hazardous nor therapeutically useful interactions have been reported.

Gastrointestinal discomfort, nausea, diarrhoea, gastrointestinal bleeding, palpitation, dizziness, headache, heartburn and skin rash may occur.

There is no information on the use of Carbocisteine during lactation. While there are no reports of teratogenic effects, the manufacturers do not recommend the use of Carbocisteine in the first trimester.

No specific precaution is recommended but Carbocisteine should be used with caution in patients with a recent history of peptic ulcer and recurrent gastrointestinal bleeding.

Symptoms: GI disturbance. Management: May perform gastric lavage, followed by observation.

Cough expectorants & mucolytics

Store in a cool and dry place protected from light.