Solmucol Brausetable 600 mg 10 pcs

What is Solmucol 600 and when is it used?

Solmucol 600 contains the active ingredient acetylcysteine. This active ingredient liquefies and loosens the tough, stuck mucus in the airways and promotes expectoration.The secretion present on the mucous membrane of the respiratory tract plays an important role in the defense against inhaled pollutants such as bacteria, dust and chemical impurities. These irritants are held in the secretion, where they are rendered harmless and excreted with the sputum.Mucus production increases with infections caused by bacteria and viruses (colds, flu, bronchitis) and with chronic irritations caused by harmful substances. The thickening of the mucus can cause the airways to become blocked, causing breathing difficulties and sputum problems.Due to the expectorant effect of Solmucol 600, the tough mucus liquefies and can be coughed up better. This reduces the risk of infection. If the airways are free, the cough subsides and breathing becomes easier.Solmucol 600 is suitable for the treatment of respiratory diseases that lead to the production of thick mucus, such as cold coughs or acute bronchitis.With a doctor's prescription, Solmucol 600 can also be used for chronic bronchitis, sinus infections, sore throat and throat infections, bronchial asthma and (as an additional treatment) for cystic fibrosis.

What precautions should be taken?

The effect of Solmucol 600 is enhanced by drinking plenty of it.Smoking contributes to the excessive formation of bronchial mucus. You can support the effectiveness of Solmucol 600 by giving up smoking.Suitable for diabetics (each effervescent tablet contains 2.7 kcal or 11.3 kJ).

When should Solmucol 600 not be used?

Solmucol 600 must not be taken if you are known to be hypersensitive to the active ingredient acetylcysteine ??or if you have stomach or intestinal ulcers.Solmucol 600 should also not be taken together with cough suppressants (antitussives), since these drugs suppress the cough and the natural self-cleaning of the airways, which impairs the coughing up of the liquefied mucus and leads to a congestion of the bronchial mucus, with the risk of bronchial cramps and respiratory infections can occur.Because of their high content of active ingredient, the effervescent tablets must not be used in children under 12 years of age (in children with the metabolic disease cystic fibrosis (cystic fibrosis) under 6 years of age).Your doctor will know what to do in such cases.

When should caution be advised when taking Solmucol 600?

If you have observed rashes or breathing difficulties while taking a medicine with the same active substance as Solmucol 600 before, you should inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist about this before you start using the Start taking the drug.If you suffer from brochial asthma or if you are at risk of bleeding in the gastrointestinal area (e.g. gastrointestinal ulcers or varices of the esophagus), you should only take Solmucol under medical supervision.If you suffer from high blood pressure, the effervescent tablets Solmucol 600 are not suitable for you, as they contain around 194 mg of sodium per effervescent tablet, equivalent to 493 mg of table salt. The salt released after ingestion can increase your blood pressure even further and make medicines for high blood pressure less effective. In such cases, taking Solmucol 600 granules is recommended.Using certain other medicines at the same time can affect each other's effects. The effectiveness of certain drugs against circulatory disorders of the coronary arteries (eg nitroglycerin for angina pectoris) can be increased. The simultaneous administration of cough suppressants (antitussives) can impair the effectiveness of Solmucol 600 (see ?When should Solmucol 600 not be taken??).Furthermore, you should not take certain antibiotics at the same time as Solmucol 600, but at least 2 hours apart. Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist will explain to you which antibiotics this is the case.Inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you have

• suffer from other diseases,have allergies ortake other medicines (including those you have bought yourself) or use them externally.

Can Solmucol 600 be taken during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

Based on previous experience, there is no known risk for the child when used as intended. Systematic scientific research was never carried out.As a precaution, you should avoid drugs during pregnancy and breastfeeding if possible or ask your doctor, pharmacist or chemist for advice.

How do you use Solmucol 600?

Unless otherwise prescribed, the usual dosage for acute illnesses is:Adolescents over 12 years and adults: 1 effervescent tablet Solmucol 600 daily.If the excessive mucus formation and the associated coughing do not subside after 2 weeks of treatment, you should consult a doctor so that he / she can clarify the cause more precisely and rule out a possible malignant disease of the respiratory tract.Cystic fibrosis: as above, but for children from 6 years of age: 1 effervescent tablet Solmucol 600 daily.Dissolve the effervescent tablet in a glass of cold or hot water and drink it immediately.Do not dissolve other medicines with Solmucol 600 in the water at the same time, as this can impair or cancel the effectiveness of both Solmucol 600 and the other medicines.When the container is opened, a slight smell of sulfur is noticeable. This is typical for the active ingredient acetylcysteine ??and does not affect its effect.Adhere to the dosage given in the package insert or prescribed by your doctor. If you think that the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can Solmucol 600 have?

The following side effects may occur when taking Solmucol 600:Gastrointestinal disorders such as vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain or inflammation of the oral mucosa, as well as hypersensitivity reactions, hives, headache and fever.Furthermore, an accelerated pulse, low blood pressure and ringing in the ears, heartburn, as well as bleeding and water retention on the face can occur.Allergic symptoms of a general nature (such as skin rashes or itching) can occur in sensitive patients.If the hypersensitivity reactions also cause breathing difficulties and bronchial cramps, which can happen in rare cases, you must stop treatment with Solmucol 600 immediately and consult a doctor.The breath may temporarily get an unpleasant odor.If you notice any side effects that are not described here, you should inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What should also be noted?

Keep away from light and moisture, at 15-30 ° C and out of the reach of children.The drug may only be used up to the date marked ?EXP? on the container.Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information. These people have the detailed information for specialists.

What does Solmucol 600 contain?

1 effervescent tablet contains:Active ingredient: 600 mg acetylcysteine.Auxiliary materials: flavorings, sodium saccharin and other auxiliary materials.

Approval number

58066 (Swissmedic).

Where can you get Solmucol 600? Which packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores, without medical prescription.

• Solmucol 600 mg 10 effervescent tablets
  

Marketing authorization holder

IBSA Institut Biochimique SA, CH-6903 Lugano.