Description
Mechanism of Action
Carbocisteine is a mucolytic.
Absorption: Rapidly and well absorbed from the GI tract after oral admin.
Distribution: Penetrates into lung tissue and respiratory mucus.
Excretion: Excreted in the urine as unchanged drug and metabolites.
MIMS Class
Cough & Cold Preparations
ATC Classification
R05CB03 – carbocisteine; Belongs to the class of mucolytics. Used in the treatment of wet cough.;
