Mucospel: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Mucospel Information

Mucospel, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup. Cough are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The correct dosage of Mucospel depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Mucospel are Skin Rash, Headache, Dizziness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Mucospel as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Mucospel go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Mucospel has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Mucospel related warnings talks about Mucospel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Mucospel are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Mucospel may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Mucospel is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Mucospel Benefits & Uses
Mucospel Dosage & How to Take
Mucospel Side Effects
Mucospel Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Mucospel with Other Drugs
Mucospel Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Mucospel
Mucospel Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Mucospel Benefits & Uses

Mucospel is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Cough

Mucospel Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Cough Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Strength 4 mg/5ml, take 5 ml if strengh is 8 mg/5 ml
Geriatric	Disease: Cough Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Strength 4 mg/5ml, take 5 ml if strengh is 8 mg/5 ml
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Cough Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Strength 4 mg/5ml, take 5 ml if strengh is 8 mg/5 ml
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Cough Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Strength 4 mg/5ml, take 2.5 ml if strengh is 8 mg/5 ml

Mucospel Related Warnings

Is the use of Mucospel safe for pregnant women?

Mucospel has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Mucospel without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Mucospel safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Mucospel may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Mucospel should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Mucospel on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Mucospel. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Mucospel on the Liver?

Mucospel is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Mucospel on the Heart?

Mucospel may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Mucospel with Other Drugs

Mucospel should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Mucospel Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mucospel unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Mucospel

Is this Mucospel habit forming or addictive?

Mucospel is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Mucospel can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Mucospel should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Mucospel cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Mucospel Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mucospel

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Mucospel and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Mucospel

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Mucospel with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Mucospel

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Mucospel work?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Mucospel contains bromhexine which is a mucolytic agent/expectorant. It works by softening the mucus (phlegm), reducing its thickness and promoting its expulsion which helps in clearing the air passage. In this way, Mucospel provides relief to the patient from an excessive wet cough.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Mucospel cause drowsiness?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Mucospel does not cause drowsiness or sleepiness. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Mucospel cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Mucospel may cause diarrhoea in a few cases only. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of diarrhoea is unknown. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug then discuss it with your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Mucospel with paracetamol?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Mucospel with paracetamol (acetaminophen). No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with paracetamol then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.