Erdosteine is used to treat lung problems associated with the production of too much phlegm (mucus). It helps loosen up the mucus for you to easily cough it up.
This medicine is also used to treat symptoms of short, severe episodes of worsening chronic bronchitis (a condition where your airways are inflamed and produce a lot of mucus).
Take Erdosteine exactly as directed by your doctor or according to the instructions on the label. Do not take more or less than instructed by your doctor.
Try to take it at the same time each day.
This medicine is available as a capsule, dispersible tablet, or oral suspension. Do not change from one drug form to another without consulting your doctor first.
If you are taking the capsule, swallow it whole with a glass of water.
If you are taking the dispersible tablet, dissolve the tablet in a glass of water then stir and drink the solution immediately.
If you are taking the oral suspension, loosen the dry powder by shaking the bottle and slowly add the specified volume of water to reconstitute the suspension. Shake the bottle well before you take it to ensure that the liquid is evenly mixed. Use the measuring spoon or cup provided to measure your dose.
The dose of this medicine will be decided by your doctor. Your doctor will advise you on the treatment timeframe depending on your response to the medication.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your normal dosing schedule.
DO NOT double a dose under any circumstances.
Alert your doctor if you have the following conditions:
- stomach or bowel ulcer
- severe liver disease
- severe kidney disease
as Erdosteine may not be suitable for you.
Do not give this medicine to children below 2 years old unless instructed to do so by the doctor.
Inform your doctor if you have liver disease.
Be sure to check with your doctor or pharmacist before giving Erdosteine to a child. Children may be more sensitive to the side effects.
Keep your appointments with your doctor. Your doctor needs to monitor your condition and check your response to the medication regularly.
Erdosteine may cause any of the following side effects: stomach pain, altered taste, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, headache, and itching or redness of the skin.
Inform your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away or are severe, or if you experience other side effects.
Always notify your doctor and pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines, including herbal tonics such as traditional Chinese medicines, supplements, and medicines that you buy without a prescription.
Avoid alcohol.
Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children.
Refrigerate the oral suspension (between 2-8°C) once you have mixed the powder with water. Do not freeze it otherwise, it will become less effective. Throw away any unused portion based on the specific product recommendations.
Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.
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