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Mucinac is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection, Tablet. Drug Overdose are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Mucinac has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Mucinac depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Mucinac also has some side effects, the most common being Hypersensitivity, Stomach Upset. Some other side effects of Mucinac have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Mucinac normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Mucinac has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Mucinac's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Mucinac related warnings section.
Mucinac is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Peptic Ulcer, Heart Failure, Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Mucinac have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Mucinac with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Mucinac is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Mucinac is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Mucinac is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Mucinac safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Mucinac. It is best to stop taking Mucinac immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Mucinac safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Mucinac. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Mucinac on the Kidneys?
Mucinac is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Mucinac on the Liver?
Use of Mucinac may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Mucinac on the Heart?
Using Mucinac does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Mucinac should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mucinac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mucinac habit forming or addictive?
Mucinac is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Mucinac does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Mucinac, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mucinac is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mucinac
When consumed with certain foods, Mucinac may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mucinac
Consumption of alcohol and Mucinac together may have severe effects on your health.
Take Mucinac as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed duration to avoid unpleasant side effects.
No, Mucinac is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Mucinac can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Mucinac along with ibuprofen
Yes, Mucinac can be taken with ranitidine. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with ranitidine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
For excessive mucus, Mucinac has to be taken once in a day or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of peptic ulcer. For paracetamol poisoning only given under medical supervision.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cetylev(acetylcysteine)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 104-106