Carbomux

FORMULATION
Each capsule contains:
Carbocisteine, PP………………….500 mg

DESCRIPTION
Carbocisteine (Carbomux) comes in size 0 hard gelatin capsule with dark-green cap and yellow body.

WHAT IS IN THE MEDICINE?
Each capsule of this product contains carbocisteine that is used as mucolytic which helps the phlegm to be less sticky and thick in respiratory disorders associated with productive cough and thus can be easily cough-up and expel.

WHAT IS THIS MEDICINE USED FOR?
Carbocisteine (Carbomux) is used for the relief of productive cough characterized by excessive or sticky sputum or phlegm to help treat respiratory tract disorders such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and chronic bronchitis. Treatment of otitis media with effusion and glue ear is possible with this medicine.

HOW MUCH AND HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU USE THIS MEDICINE?
This medicine should be taken every 8 hours with food as the condition improves or as directed by a physician.

WHEN SHOULD YOU NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE?

• Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to carbocisteine.
• Do not take this medicine if you have active peptic ulceration and/or history of peptic ulcer disease.

WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IF YOU MISS A DOSE?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for your next dose skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose.

WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU HAVE TAKEN MORE THAN THE RECOMMENDED DOSAGE?
If overdose is suspected, immediately consult a physician, other healthcare professionals or contact the nearest hospital.

HOW SHOULD YOU KEEP THIS MEDICINE?
Store at temperatures not exceeding 30°C.

AVAILABILITY
Carbocisteine (Carbomux) 500 mg capsule is available in box of 10’s and 30’s (in blister pack of 10’s).

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN