Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Mucomelt Forte may cause low blood pressure (hypotension). If you are experiencing lightheadedness or blurry vision which are symptoms of low blood pressure after taking this drug then try to sit down and rest for a while till it subsides and report it your doctor immediately without further delay.

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

No, Mucomelt Forte is not a steroid. It contains acetylcysteine which is used as an antidote for the treatment of paracetamol poisoning to prevent liver toxicity. It is also used as a mucolytic agent to provide relief from excessive mucus in respiratory diseases.

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Mucomelt Forte contains acetylcysteine which works as an antidote in case of paracetamol overdose. It is presumed that acetylcysteine reduces the extent of liver damage caused by the toxic levels of paracetamol. It protects the liver by maintaining or restoring the glutathione levels which is an antioxidant also by detoxifying paracetamol metabolite in our body. For excessive mucus (phlegm) in respiratory diseases, Mucomelt Forte works as a mucolytic agent which softens the mucus and reduces its thickness that helps in clearing the air passage. thus providing relief to the patient from excessive mucus.

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Mucomelt Forte can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Mucomelt Forte along with ibuprofen

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Mucomelt Forte is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as joint pain, itching, and rashes. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.