Carbocisteine
Carbocisteine is a mucolytic agent that alters the structure of mucus by breaking disulfide bonds, thereby reducing its viscosity and elasticity. This helps patients clear mucus from their airways more effectively, improving breathing and reducing cough severity in chronic respiratory conditions.
Dosage by Body Weight
Adults: Usually 750 mg three times daily initially, which may be reduced to 1.5 g daily in divided doses once a response is obtained. Children: Dosing is usually based on age or body weight, typically utilizing oral pediatric syrups (100 mg/5 mL or 250 mg/5 mL). Always consult a healthcare provider for precise dosing.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not routine
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy in infants under 2 years of age have not been fully established. Use only under strict medical supervision.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 25 mg to 50 mg
- Frequency
- 2 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Typically administered as 1.25 mL to 2.5 mL of pediatric syrup (100 mg/5 mL). Consult a pediatrician before use.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 50 mg
- Frequency
- 2 to 3 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Equates to approximately 2.5 mL of pediatric syrup (100 mg/5 mL). Ensure child drinks plenty of water.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 50 mg to 100 mg
- Frequency
- 3 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Equates to 2.5 mL to 5 mL of pediatric syrup (100 mg/5 mL). Do not exceed recommended daily limit.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 100 mg
- Frequency
- 3 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Equates to 5 mL of pediatric syrup (100 mg/5 mL) or 2 mL of standard syrup (250 mg/5 mL).
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not routine | Use only if prescribed | Safety and efficacy in infants under 2 years of age have not been fully established. Use only under strict medical supervision. |
| 5-7 kg | 25 mg to 50 mg | 2 times daily | Typically administered as 1.25 mL to 2.5 mL of pediatric syrup (100 mg/5 mL). Consult a pediatrician before use. |
| 8-10 kg | 50 mg | 2 to 3 times daily | Equates to approximately 2.5 mL of pediatric syrup (100 mg/5 mL). Ensure child drinks plenty of water. |
| 11-15 kg | 50 mg to 100 mg | 3 times daily | Equates to 2.5 mL to 5 mL of pediatric syrup (100 mg/5 mL). Do not exceed recommended daily limit. |
| 16-20 kg | 100 mg | 3 times daily | Equates to 5 mL of pediatric syrup (100 mg/5 mL) or 2 mL of standard syrup (250 mg/5 mL). |
Formulation
Purpose
Used as a mucolytic to reduce the viscosity of thick, sticky mucus in respiratory tract disorders such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), bronchiectasis, and chronic bronchitis, making it easier to cough up.
Generic Name
CarbocisteineBranded Drug Names
Carbocisteine is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
Scheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.