Solmux Advance

Each tab contains: Carbocisteine 500 mg, Zn 5 mg.
Each 5 mL (1 teaspoonful) suspension contains: Carbocisteine 500 mg, Zinc (equivalent to 27.44 mg Zinc Sulfate Monohydrate) 10 mg.

Solmux Advance contains carbocisteine and zinc.
Carbocisteine causes phlegm to be less thick and sticky and thus easier to cough up and expel.
Carbocisteine, in an in vitro study (outside the living organism), was shown to have significantly reduced the ability of bacteria and viruses to adhere to human respiratory cells.
Zinc helps regulate the growth, maturation and activity of cells involved in immune function, and has been shown to help the body fight viruses and bacteria. It also functions as an antioxidant by being a cofactor of the enzyme superoxide dismutase, which is involved in the removal of harmful free radicals.
The combination of carbocisteine and zinc provides complementary actions against acute respiratory infection addressing both altered mucus viscosity and low zinc concentrations in respiratory infections.

Carbocisteine + zinc (Solmux Advance) is used to provide relief of cough associated with respiratory tract disorders such as acute bronchitis. Carbocisteine also reduces the number of exacerbations associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and inhibits the adherence of bacteria and viruses to human respiratory cells. Carbocisteine is also used in the treatment of otitis media with effusion (glue ear).
Zinc helps boost the immune function.

Tab: Adults and Children 12 years and older: 1 tab every 8 hours, or as recommended by a doctor.
Susp: Adult and children 12 years and older 5 mL every 8 hours.

Signs and Symptoms: Carbocisteine overdose is usually associated with stomach or intestinal discomfort.
Rare occurrences of acute Zinc poisoning have been reported. The toxicity signs observed after ingestion of high zinc doses (4 to 8 grams elemental zinc) include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, metallic taste, and lethargy (sleepiness).
Signs of acute zinc toxicity (doses >200 mg daily) include gastrointestinal pain/cramps, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, headache, lethargy (sleepiness), muscle pains, and fever.
Prolonged zinc supplementation may cause impairment of copper and iron status, and anemia at doses >50 mg/day immune deficiency, reduced blood high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels, and gastric erosion at doses >150 mg daily.
Long-tern (average 6.3 years).
If the patient has taken more than the recommended dosage, consult a doctor or contact a poison control center right away.

If the patient is allergic to any ingredient in the product.
This medicine should be given with care in patients with a history of stomach or intestinal ulcer and gastrointestinal bleeding. Taking multiple antitussive agents with carbocisteine is not recommended. This product provides close to the maximum daily intake of zinc when taken at the recommended dose of three times a day. To avoid excessive intake, refrain from using other supplements or medicines containing zinc. If you are not sure whether a medicine contains zinc, ask a doctor.

Do not take more than the recommended dose.
Consult the Doctor: If the patient is pregnant or breastfeeding, consult the doctor before using these products.
Stop taking these medicines and consult the doctor immediately if the patient develops any of the following: Skin rashes; Stomach or intestinal bleeding; If symptoms do not improve or new symptoms appear.

If the patient is pregnant or breastfeeding, consult the doctor before using the product.

Carbocisteine is generally safe.
Immune system disorders: Anaphylactic reaction (rare, life-threatening allergic reaction).
Endocrine disorders: Transient hypothyroidism (temporary deficiency of thyroid hormone) in a patient with compromised thyroid function. Metabolism and nutrition disorders: Mild hypoglycemia (mild lowering of blood sugar).
Psychiatric disorders: Insomnia (sleeplessness).
Nervous system disorders: Dizziness, headache, palpitations.
Cardiac disorders: Atrial fibrillation (abdominal heart rhythm).
Gastrointestinal disorders: Dryness of mouth, flatulence (gassiness), gastric hemorrhage (stomach bleeding), vomiting.
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: Angioedema (deep swelling around the eyes and lips and sometimes of the hands and feet), urticaria (hives), rare cases of serious skin reactions (e.g., bullous dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme) which may include symptoms such as redness, rash, blisters and skin shedding.
The most commonly reported undesirable effects associated with doses of elemental Zinc greater than 30 mg.
Metabolism and nutrition disorders: Loss of appetite.
Psychiatric disorders: Drowsiness.
Nervous system disorders: Headache, metallic taste.
Gastrointestinal disorders: Abdominal pain/ cramps, diarrhea, dyspepsia, gastritis (inflammation of the stomach), gastrointestinal discomfort / irritation, nausea, vomiting.
For suspected adverse drug reaction, seek medical attention immediately.

Always tell the doctor if the patient is taking other medicines, including herbal medicines and food supplements.

Store at temperatures not exceeding 30°C.

Cough & Cold Preparations

R05X - OTHER COLD PREPARATIONS ; Used in the treatment of colds.

Non-Rx