Mewkus-A 300mg/30mg Tablet is used for the prevention of chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked). It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages and making it easier to breathe. It relieves coughing, wheezing and feeling short of breath.

Mewkus-A 300mg/30mg Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, allergic reaction, and fever. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney stomach or liver diseases.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before you start taking this medicine you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses of Mewkus-A Tablet

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Benefits of Mewkus-A Tablet

In Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) is a group of lung diseases that cause breathing difficulties. COPD is caused by swelling and excess mucus deposition in the airways that carry air in and out of the lungs. Mewkus-A 300mg/30mg Tablet loosens thick mucus and helps to cough out. This makes you breathe easy and gives relief from symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing. Avoid smoking and minimise your exposure to pollution, dust and fumes. Along with that, a little exercise each day can help you stay strong. Talk to your doctor about how much exercise is good for you.

Side effects of Mewkus-A Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Mewkus-A

Nausea
Vomiting
Upset stomach
Stomach pain
Allergic reaction
Fever

How to use Mewkus-A Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Mewkus-A 300mg/30mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Mewkus-A Tablet works

Mewkus-A 300mg/30mg Tablet is a combination of two mucolytic medicines:.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Mewkus-A 300mg/30mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Mewkus-A 300mg/30mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Mewkus-A 300mg/30mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Mewkus-A 300mg/30mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Mewkus-A 300mg/30mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Mewkus-A 300mg/30mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Mewkus-A 300mg/30mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Mewkus-A 300mg/30mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Mewkus-A Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Mewkus-A 300mg/30mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Mewkus-A 300mg/30mg Tablet helps in the prevention and treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
It has a smelly odor. This is normal and does not indicate that the medicine has changed.
It should be taken at the same time each day, preferably in the evening after food.
Drink plenty of fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
Your doctor may ask you to take regular blood tests to monitor the level of drug in your body to make sure that you are taking the right dose.
Notify your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney, liver, or heart disease, or if have a smoking history. Your dose may need to be adjusted.
Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor even if you feel better.

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