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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Jan 1, 2025 | 9:31 AM IST

Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet is primarily used to treat a cough with mucus. It contains Guaifenesin. Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet works by reducing the thickness of mucus in the air passages; this makes it easier to cough up the mucus and clear the airways. Common side effects of Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet are nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhoea, itchy rash, and hypersensitivity.

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Synonym :

GUAIPHENESIN

Composition :

GUAIFENESIN-600MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Bioceutics Inc

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet

Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet belongs to the class of medications called expectorants primarily used to treat a cough with mucus. A sudden expulsion of air through the large breathing passages can help clear them of fluids, irritants, foreign particles, and microbes. There are two types of coughs, namely: dry cough and chesty cough (wet cough). A dry cough is tickly and doesn't produce any vicious or thick mucus, while a chesty cough (wet cough) means mucous or sputum is produced to help clear your airways. Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet is mainly used for the treatment of wet cough.

Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet contains 'Guaifenesin'. Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet works by reducing the thickness of mucus in the air passages, this makes it easier to cough up the mucus and clear the airways.

Take Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet as recommended. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, itchy rash, and hypersensitivity. Most of these side effects of Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet 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 allergic to Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet is not recommended for children below 2 years of age, as the safety and effectiveness were not established. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet . If you are about to undergo any surgery that requires anaesthesia, please inform your doctor that you are taking Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet . Drink plenty of fluids while taking Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet to loosen mucus. If you have diabetes, asthma, overactive thyroid, porphyria, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), kidney, liver, or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet . 

Uses of Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet

Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet is used to treat cough with mucus

Medicinal Benefits

Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet contains 'Guaifenesin', which belongs to the class of medications called expectorants primarily used to treat a cough with mucus. Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet works by reducing the thickness of mucus in the air passages, this makes it easier to cough up the mucus and clear the airways.

Side Effects of Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Dry mouth or chapped lips
  • Stomach pain
  • Diarrhoea
  • Dizziness
  • Constipation
  • Itchy rash
  • Formation of kidney stones
  • Hypersensitivity

Directions for Use

Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions and take it with or without food in doses as advised by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup provided with the pack.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet is not recommended for children below 2 years of age, as the safety and effectiveness were not established. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet . If you are about to undergo any surgery that requires anaesthesia, please inform your doctor that you are taking Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet . Drink plenty of fluids while taking Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet to loosen mucus. If you have diabetes, asthma, overactive thyroid, porphyria, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), kidney, liver, or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet . Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet is not recommended for use in patients taking cough suppressants since they have opposite effects. Coadministration of these medicines may result in severe adverse effects and worsen the patient's condition. Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet may cause dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities, such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery, if you experience dizziness during treatment with this medicine. Tell your doctor if you smoke and if you have or have ever had a cough that occurs with a large amount of phlegm (mucus) or if you have or have ever had a breathing problem such as asthma, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis. If you are taking the dissolving granules, tell your doctor if you are on a low-magnesium diet or have kidney disease.

Therapeutic Class

EXPECTORANT AND COUGH PRODUCTS

Drug-Drug Interactions

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GuaifenesinProcarbazine
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid dairy products such as milk, as they may increase mucus production. Also, avoid processed or refined foods to relieve cough. Instead, replace baked foods, fried foods, white bread, white pasta, French fries, sugary desserts, and chips with green leafy vegetables.
  • Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dry throat while you have a cough and loosen mucus.
  • Avoid citrus fruits, as they may worsen the cough. Eat fruits rich in water, such as pears, watermelon, peaches, and pineapples.

Habit Forming

No

How Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet Works

Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet contains 'Guaifenesin'. Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet works by reducing congestion and facilitating breathing by thinning and relaxing mucus in the airways.
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

The interaction of alcohol with Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

The safety of Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet . If the Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesired side effects.

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Driving

Caution

Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

Take Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet is not recommended for children below 2 years of age. However, please consult a doctor before using Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet in children.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No. 15, Plot no. 92B, 6th Cross Street, Senthil Nagar, Kolathur Chennai ? 600 099
Other Info - MUC0150

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FAQs

Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet is used to treat cough with mucus.
Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet works by reducing the thickness of mucus in the air passages, this makes it easier to cough up the mucus and clear the airways.
Common side effects of Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, itchy rash, hypersensitivity. Most of these side effects of Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
You are recommended to take Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet for as long as your doctor has recommended it. However, if the symptoms persist or worsen with rash, fever, or persistent headache after one week of using Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet , please consult your doctor.
Mucusnil Expectorant Tablet is not recommended for use in patients taking dextromethorphan (cough suppressant) since they have opposite effects. Coadministration of these medicines may result in severe adverse effects and worsen the patient's condition.

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