Mucimed Orange Flavour Efferverscent Tablet 20's is a mucolytic agent (sputum thinner) used to treat acute (short term) and chronic (long term) respiratory diseases associated with excess mucus. Mucimed Orange Flavour Efferverscent Tablet 20's works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nasal passage. Thereby, making it easier to cough out phlegm. Mucimed Orange Flavour Efferverscent Tablet 20's is used in the treatment of conditions such as emphysema (shortness of breath), bronchitis (inflammation of mucous membranes in the airways), bronchiectasis (chronic widening of airway passage), and mucoviscidosis/cystic fibrosis (thick mucous clogs different parts of the body).

FAQs

How does Mucimed Orange Flavour Efferverscent Tablet 20's work?

Mucimed Orange Flavour Efferverscent Tablet 20's contains Acetylcysteine that belongs to the class of mucolytic agents (cough/sputum thinner). It works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in lungs, windpipe and nose. Thereby, helps to cough out easily.

What foods are to be avoided while taking Mucimed Orange Flavour Efferverscent Tablet 20's?

You are recommended to avoid histamine rich foods such as tomatoes, wine and processed foods as it may cause histamine intolerance by affecting the way histamine is broken down in the body leading to symptoms such as flushing (redness of the skin), migraine headaches, skin rash, itching and rhinitis (runny and stuffy nose). Therefore, if you are allergic to histamine or cannot tolerate food and drinks rich in histamine, please inform your doctor before taking Mucimed Orange Flavour Efferverscent Tablet 20's.

Can I take Mucimed Orange Flavour Efferverscent Tablet 20's with antibiotics?

You are not recommended to take Mucimed Orange Flavour Efferverscent Tablet 20's with antibiotics such as tetracycline, amoxicillin, amikacin and gentamicin at the same time as it may reduce the effectiveness of antibiotics. However, if you are supposed to take these medicines together, maintain a time gap of minimum of 2 hours between taking Mucimed Orange Flavour Efferverscent Tablet 20's and antibiotics. However, please consult a doctor before using Mucimed Orange Flavour Efferverscent Tablet 20's with antibiotics or any other medicines.

How long should I take Mucimed Orange Flavour Efferverscent Tablet 20's?

You are recommended to take Mucimed Orange Flavour Efferverscent Tablet 20's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the symptoms worsen or persist after 1 week of using Mucimed Orange Flavour Efferverscent Tablet 20's, please consult your doctor.

Can I stop taking Mucimed Orange Flavour Efferverscent Tablet 20's on my own?

You are not recommended to stop taking Mucimed Orange Flavour Efferverscent Tablet 20's without consulting your doctor as it may worsen cough or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Mucimed Orange Flavour Efferverscent Tablet 20's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Mucimed Orange Flavour Efferverscent Tablet 20's, please consult your doctor.