mucolytic Flashcards
1
Q
give an example of a mucolytic drug?
A
carbocysteine
2
Q
what is it used for?
A
reduce expectoriation
reduce viscousity of mucus
3
Q
who?
A
copd and chronic productive cough pts
4
Q
side affects
A
GI ulcers bleeding
Steven Johnson syndrome
erythema multiforme
5
Q
contraindications
A
active peptic ulcer disease
6
Q
if no benefit seen when do u stop
A
after 4 weeks
