apollo
0
  1. Home
  2. Medicine
  3. Mucotab Tablet 10's

Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Sunny S , MBBS
Prescription drug
 Trailing icon
coupon
coupon
coupon
Extra 10% Off with Bank Offers

Online payment accepted

rxMedicinePrescription drug

Whats That

tooltip
socialProofing12 people bought
in last 30 days

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Zydus Healthcare Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Mucotab Tablet

Mucotab Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called 'mucolytic agents' (cough/sputum thinner) primarily used to treat respiratory diseases associated with excessive mucus. Acute respiratory diseases are initially associated with dry, irritating cough, hoarseness in laryngitis (swelling of the voice box), or burning sensation in the chest due to bronchitis (swelling of the lining of bronchial tubes). Then, wet mucus forms, and continuous coughing out of sputum occurs. In chronic respiratory diseases, both dry irritating cough and wet cough with mucus occur.

Mucotab Tablet contains 'Acetylcysteine' that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nasal passage. Thereby, making it easier to cough out phlegm.

Take Mucotab Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take Mucotab Tablet based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, or fever. Most of these side effects of Mucotab Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Mucotab Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Mucotab Tablet is not recommended for children below 14 years of age. Drink plenty of fluids to thin mucus and lubricate your throat while taking Mucotab Tablet . When the bottle is opened, the liquid (syrup) colour may change and have a bad odor. This is normal, and it does not indicate that medicine has changed. Severe skin reactions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome (a serious and rare disorder of skin and mucus membranes) or toxic epidermal necrolysis (skin blistering or skin peeling) have been rarely reported in some patients. However, if you notice any skin rash worsening with mucosal lesions or blisters, stop taking Mucotab Tablet and contact your doctor immediately. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Mucotab Tablet . If you have a history of stomach ulcers or have asthma inform your doctor before taking Mucotab Tablet .

Uses of Mucotab Tablet

Respiratory diseases associated with excessive mucus

Directions for Use

Oral tablet: Take it preferably with food to avoid stomach upset or as advised by the doctor. Swallow the tablet as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Effervescent tablet: Drop the tablet in a glass of water and allow it to dissolve completely. Wait for about one and half minute for the water to get clear. Stir the water and drink immediately. Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions before using it and take it with or without food as advised by your doctor using a measuring cup that is provided with the pack.

Key Benefits

Mucotab Tablet is a mucolytic agent (sputum thinner) used to treat acute (short term) and chronic (long term) respiratory diseases associated with excess mucus. Mucotab Tablet  works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nasal passage. Thereby, making it easier to cough out phlegm. Mucotab Tablet 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).

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Mucotab Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Mucotab Tablet is not recommended for children below 14 years of age. Drink plenty of fluids to thin mucus and lubricate your throat while taking Mucotab Tablet . Severe skin reactions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome (a serious and rare disorder of skin and mucus membranes) or toxic epidermal necrolysis (skin blistering or skin peeling) have been rarely reported in some patients. However, if you notice any skin rash worsening with mucosal lesions or blisters, stop taking Mucotab Tablet and contact your doctor immediately. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Mucotab Tablet . If you have a history of stomach ulcers or have asthma, inform your doctor before taking Mucotab Tablet .

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid dairy products such as milk as it may increase mucus production. Also, avoid processed or refined foods to have relief from cough. Instead replace baked foods, fried foods, white bread, white pasta, French fries, sugary desserts and chips with green leafy vegetables.
  • Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dry throat while you have a cough.
  • Avoid citrus fruits as it may worsen the cough. Eat fruits that are rich in water content such as pears, watermelon, peaches and pineapples.

Side Effects of Mucotab Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach upset
  • Fever

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[MUCOLYTIC AGENTS]

All Substitutes & Brand Comparisons

Author Details

Doctor imageWe provide you with authentic, trustworthy and relevant information

FAQs

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • TETRACYCLINE
  • AMOXICILLIN
  • GENTAMICIN
  • AMIKACIN
  • NEOMYCIN
  • GLYCERYL TRINITRATE
  • DEXTROMETHORPHAN
  • CODEINE

Special Advise

Mucotab Tablet may affect the test results of ketones in urine and salicylate (like aspirin) in the blood. Therefore, inform your doctor that you are taking Mucotab Tablet before undergoing any laboratory tests.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Acute respiratory diseases are initially associated with dry, irritating cough, hoarseness in laryngitis (swelling of the voice box), or burning sensation in the chest due to bronchitis (swelling of the lining of bronchial tubes). Then, wet mucus forms, and continuous coughing out of sputum occurs. In chronic respiratory diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease(COPD) and chronic bronchitis, both dry irritating cough and wet cough with mucus occur.

Have a query?

bannner image

Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

Interaction of alcohol with Mucotab Tablet is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Mucotab Tablet .

bannner image

Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Mucotab Tablet is a Category B pregnancy drug. However, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

bannner image

Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

It is unknown whether Mucotab Tablet is excreted in human milk. Mucotab Tablet is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

bannner image

Driving

Safe if prescribed

Mucotab Tablet usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

bannner image

Liver

Consult your doctor

Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding the use of Mucotab Tablet in patients with liver problems.

bannner image

Kidney

Consult your doctor

Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding the use of Mucotab Tablet in patients with Kidney problems.

bannner image

Children

Safe if prescribed

Mucotab Tablet is not recommended for children below 14 years of age. Please consult a doctor before giving Mucotab Tablet to children.

Request a callback
Buy Now
Add to Cart