Mucodyne is a Mucolytic Drug

Mucodyne or generic Carbocisteine is a mucolytic agent that is prescribed to treat those diagnosed with Cystic fibrosis or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). These conditions involve breathing difficulties and a constant need to cough to try and clear the lungs. However, the mucus is so thick that coughing does little to clear the airways. The generic alternative is not made by the company that makes the brand product.

How Mucodyne Breaks Down Mucus

Mucodyne was formulated to dissolve a variety of chemical bonds within secretions in order to lower mucus viscosity by reducing the concentration of the mucus glycoprotein. This allows you to clear out the mucus easier when you cough and provides relief from struggling to breathe. Becoming more active and losing weight is also helpful for reducing breathlessness.

Mucodyne does not stop mucus production completely, as it has a very important function in your body as a protective lining in your mouth, nose, throat, sinuses, and your respiratory and digestive tracts. Mucodyne will not cure Cystic fibrosis or COPD, but it will help you deal with the symptoms.

More About CF and COPD

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is an inherited disease that produces a defective gene that impairs your body’s ability to transport salt in certain cells in your lungs and pancreas. This causes the mucus to thicken in your respiratory passages making you more susceptible to bacterial infections, such as pneumonia.

COPD includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Chronic bronchitis involves inflammation of your bronchial tubes and emphysema is the destruction of the tine air sacs in your lungs. As the damage worsens, your mucus becomes very thick and you may develop an irritating cough. This is your body’s way of clearing out the mucus so you can breathe easier and reduce your risk of infections.

Before You Take Mucodyne

Provide your doctor with a list of all OTC and Rx drugs you are taking, including homeopathic remedies and vitamin supplements as these may interfere with the ingredients of Mucodyne or cause unintended interactions. Discuss your medical history with your doctor so it can be determined if Mucodyne is the right medication for you. Mucodyne should be used with caution if you have a history of peptic ulcers.

Mucodyne Precautions

You should not take Mucodyne during the first trimester of pregnancy as it may be harmful to your unborn baby. Inform your doctor if you think you may be pregnant or could become pregnant before taking Mucodyne and ask about any harmful effects that may occur if you are nursing your infant.

This medication is prescribed for you so do not share it with anyone else. Keep all drugs stored out of children’s sight and reach.

Possible Side Effects of Mucodyne

• Vomiting
• Skin rash
• Tarry stools

Drugs Similar to Mucodyne

• Daxas
• Rifadin
• Mucomyst Inhalation Solution