Exomuc 200mg 24 sachets

In this manual :

1. WHAT IS EXOMUC 200 mg, granules for drinkable solution in sachet AND WHAT IS IT USED FOR?

2. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE TAKING EXOMUC 200 mg, granules for drinkable solution in sachet?

3. HOW TO TAKE EXOMUC 200 mg, granules for drinkable solution in sachet?

4. WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?

5. HOW TO USE EXOMUC 200 mg, granules for drinkable solution in sachet?

6. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

1. WHAT IS EXOMUC 200 mg, granules for oral solution in sachet AND WHAT IS IT USED FOR?

MUCOLYTICS.

(R. Respiratory system).

This medicine is a fluidifier of bronchial secretions, thus facilitating their evacuation by coughing.

This medicine is recommended in conditions of bronchial congestion, particularly during acute episodes of bronchitis.

2. WHAT DO YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE TAKING EXOMUC 200 mg, granules for drinkable solution in sachet?

If your doctor has informed you of an intolerance to certain sugars, contact him/her before taking this medicine.

Do not take EXOMUC 200 mg, granules for drinkable solution in sachet:

- in the event of a history of allergy to one of the constituents,

- in infants (under 2 years of age) because of the risk of aggravating bronchial congestion,

- in case of phenylketonuria (hereditary disease detected at birth), because of the presence of aspartam.

IN CASE OF DOUBT, IT IS ESSENTIAL TO ASK YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST FOR ADVICE.

Take care with EXOMUC 200 mg, granules for drinkable solution in sachet:

Special warnings

It is advisable not to take any cough suppressant or bronchial secretion drying medication while taking this medicine.

Treatment should not be continued if symptoms worsen. In this case, consult your doctor for a reassessment of your treatment.

If your doctor has informed you of an intolerance to certain sugars, contact him/her before taking this medicine.

The use of this medicine is not recommended in patients with fructose intolerance (a rare hereditary disease).

IN CASE OF DOUBT, IT IS ESSENTIAL TO ASK YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST FOR ADVICE.

Precautions for use

This medicine should be used with caution in cases of stomach or duodenal ulcers.

IF IN DOUBT, DO NOT HESITATE TO ASK YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST FOR ADVICE.

Taking or using other medications

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.

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Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medication.

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List of excipients with a notorious effect:

Aspartam, sorbitol.

3. HOW TO TAKE EXOMUC 200 mg, granules for oral solution in sachet?

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Dosage

The usual dosage is:

Adults and children over 7 years: one sachet 3 times daily.

Children from 2 to 7 years: one sachet twice a day.

FOLLOW YOUR DOCTOR'S ADVICE.

Method and route of administration

Take by mouth.

Dissolve the contents of the sachet in half a glass of water.

Duration of treatment

The duration of treatment should not exceed 8 to 10 days without medical advice.

If you have taken more EXOMUC 200 mg, granules for oral solution in a sachet than you should have:

Consult your doctor or pharmacist.

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4. WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?

Like all medicines, EXOMUC 200 mg, granules for drinkable solution in sachet is likely to have undesirable effects, although not everyone is subject to them.

- Risk of aggravation of bronchial congestion, particularly in infants and in certain patients unable to cough up air effectively.

- Allergic skin reactions such as itching, rash, hives and facial swelling.

- Digestive disorders may occur: nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting, stomach upset.
In this case it is advisable to reduce the dosage.

If you notice any side effects not mentioned in this leaflet, or if any side effects become serious, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.

5. HOW TO CONSERVE EXOMUC 200 mg, granules for oral solution in sachet?

Keep out of the reach and sight of children.

Do not use EXOMUC 200 mg, granules for oral solution in sachet after the expiry date stated on the outer packaging.

No special storage precautions.

Medicines should not be disposed of down the drain or in the household waste. Ask your pharmacist what to do with unused medicines. This will help to protect the environment.

6. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

What does EXOMUC 200 mg, granules for oral solution in sachet, contain?

The active substance is:

N-Acetylcysteine .............................................................................................................................. 200 mg

Per sachet.

The other components are:

Orange flavouring S 289, aspartam, beta-carotene (E 160), sorbitol.

Composition of orange flavouring S 289: natural flavouring obtained by dispersion of a concentrated base on dextrose.

What is EXOMUC 200 mg, granules for oral solution in a sachet and what does it contain?

This medicine is presented as granules for oral solution in a sachet.

Box of 18, 20, 24 or 30 sachets.

Holder

BOUCHARA RECORDATI

68 RUE MARJOLIN

92300 LEVALLOIS-PERRET

Operator

LABORATOIRES BOUCHARA RECORDATI

68, RUE MARJOLIN

92300 LEVALLOIS-PERRET

Manufacturer

LABORATOIRES BOUCHARA RECORDATI

68, RUE MARJOLIN

92300 LEVALLOIS-PERRET

or

SOPHARTEX

21, RUE DU PRESSOIR

28500 VERNOUILLET

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The last date on which this package insert was approved was {date}.

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Detailed information on this medicinal product is available on the website of Afssaps (France).

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