Mucolite Syrup belongs to a class of drugs called 'mucolytic agents' (cough/sputum thinner) primarily used to treat acute (short term) and chronic (long term) respiratory diseases associated with excess mucus. Acute respiratory diseases are initially associated with dry, irritating cough, hoarseness in laryngitis (swelling of the voice box) or burning sensation in 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.
Mucolite Syrup contains Ambroxol that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in lungs, windpipe and nose. Mucolite Syrup breakdown the acid mucopolysaccharide fibres that make the mucous (sputum) thinner and less dense/viscous removing sputum efficiently by coughing. However, the viscosity of sputum remains low for as long as treatment is maintained.
Take Mucolite Syrup as prescribed. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Mucolite Syrup based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, taste change, numbness in mouth, tongue and throat. Most of these side effects of Mucolite Syrup 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 known to be allergic to Mucolite Syrup or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Mucolite Syrup . If you have kidney or liver problems, stomach ulcer, asthma or cough from long time, please inform your doctor before taking Mucolite Syrup . In children below 6 years, liquid form is preferred as tablets are contraindicated.