Lumenac 600mg Sugar Free Orange Flavour Tablet 10'S

Introduction About LUMENAC 600MG TABLET

LUMENAC 600MG TABLET contains Acetylcysteine, which belongs to the group of
medicines called Mucolytics. It is used in adults to manage acute airway
diseases such as bronchitis (inflammation of the mucous membrane in the
airways), emphysema, mucoviscidosis (cystic fibrosis), and/or bronchiectasis
(chronic widening of the airway passage).

LUMENAC 600MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients allergic to
Acetylcysteine. It is also not recommended for use in patients with bronchial
asthma. Before taking LUMENAC 600MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have
stomach ulcers, liver diseases (such as non-alcoholic fatty acid disease), or
chronic kidney disease.

LUMENAC 600MG TABLET should be used with caution by pregnant and breastfeeding
women only if it is clearly necessary. This medicine is not recommended for use
in children and adolescents (below 18 years) and is advised to be used with
caution in elderly patients (aged above 60 years) after consulting your doctor.
The most common side effects of taking LUMENAC 600MG TABLET are nausea and
vomiting. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsen.

Uses Of LUMENAC 600MG TABLET

• Used to manage acute airway diseases such as bronchitis, emphysema, mucoviscidosis, and/or bronchiectasis in adults

How LUMENAC 600MG TABLET Works

LUMENAC 600MG TABLET works by enhancing airway secretions and mucociliary
function (a defense mech
excess mucus), which causes the mucus (phlegm) to become less sticky, resulting
in its easy removal through cough, thus managing airway diseases in affected
individuals.

How to use LUMENAC 600MG TABLET

Take LUMENAC 600MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine
with a glass. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the
correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight, and
disease condition.

Side Effects Of LUMENAC 600MG TABLET

Common

• nausea
• vomiting

Uncommon

• signs of a hypersensitivity reaction
• headache
• ringing in the ears
• inflamed and sore mouth
• diarrhoea
• fever
• low blood pressure
• abdominal pain

Rare

• signs of bronchospasm (tightening of airways in the lungs), such as shortening of breath or difficulty breathing
• impaired indigestion with symptoms of fullness in the upper abdomen, gastric pain, belching, nausea, and heartburn

Stop taking LUMENAC 600MG TABLET and contact your doctor if you experience any
of the following side effects:

• signs of shock such as a severe drop in blood pressure, paleness, restlessness, weak pulse, clammy skin, and/or decreased consciousness
• signs of angioedema (sudden fluid accumulation in the skin and mucous membrane) such as swelling of the lips, throat, or tongue, difficulty breathing, itching, and/or skin rash

How To Manage Side Effects

!### Diarrhea

Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated. Try to avoid taking any medicine on
your own to manage diarrhea. Consult and inform your doctor if the symptom
worsens.

Headache

If LUMENAC 600MG TABLET causes headaches, then take rest and drink plenty of
fluids. Try to avoid drinking alcohol. Ask your doctor to recommend a
painkiller. Headaches should usually go away after the first week of taking
LUMENAC 600MG TABLET. If it lasts more than a week or becomes severe, then
consult and inform your doctor.

!### Nausea And Vomiting

Try to take LUMENAC 600MG TABLET with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to
simple meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food. Avoid drinking coffee, alcohol,
or smoking.  Consult your doctor if the symptom gets worse.

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

Monitoring requiredLUMENAC 600MG TABLET should be used with caution by pregnant women only if it is
clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

!### Breastfeeding

Monitoring requiredLUMENAC 600MG TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women only if
it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor about taking the medicine.

!### Driving and Using Machines

Use with CautionLUMENAC 600MG TABLET is not likely to affect your ability to drive or use
machines. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

!### Kidney

Use with CautionLUMENAC 600MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with chronic kidney
disease. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

!### Liver

Use with CautionLUMENAC 600MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases
such as non-alcoholic fatty acid disease. Consult your doctor before taking the
medicine.

!### Allergy

ContraindicatedLUMENAC 600MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients allergic to
acetylcysteine, or any other ingredients of this medicine. Consult your doctor
before taking the medicine.

!### Lungs

ContraindicatedLUMENAC 600MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with lung diseases
such as bronchial asthma. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

!### Use In Pediatrics

ContraindicatedLUMENAC 600MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents
(below 18 years). Consult your doctor before administering the medicine to the
child.

!### Use In Geriatrics

Use with CautionLUMENAC 600MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above
60 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Others

Before taking LUMENAC 600MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you:

• have had ulcers in your stomach

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug Interactions:

Before taking LUMENAC 600MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of
the following medicines:

• cough suppressants (medicines used to suppress cough reflex) Ex. benzonatate
• nitro-glycerine (a medicine used to manage angina pectoris)
• activated charcoal (a medicine used to manage poisoning)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of LUMENAC 600MG TABLET,
consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of
overdosage are nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Acetylcysteine
Pharmacological Category	:	Mucolytics
Therapeutic Indication	:	Acute airway diseases
Dosage Forms	:	Capsule, Tablet, Effervescent Tablet, Injection, Granules, Injection, Solution, Syrup

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Storage

• Keep LUMENAC 600MG TABLET out of reach of children
• Store LUMENAC 600MG TABLET below 25°C

FAQs About LUMENAC 600MG TABLET

Q: What LUMENAC 600MG TABLET is used for?

A: LUMENAC 600MG TABLET is used in adults as a mucolytic (phlegm loosening
medicine) to manage airway diseases such as bronchitis, emphysema,
mucoviscidosis (cystic fibrosis), and bronchiectasis.

Q: What happens if you take more LUMENAC 600MG TABLET than your required dose?

A: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of LUMENAC 600MG TABLET,
consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of
overdosage are nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Q: Is it safe to use LUMENAC 600MG TABLET on pregnant and breastfeeding women?

A: LUMENAC 600MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women and
breastfeeding women only if it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before
taking the medicine.

Q: How does LUMENAC 600MG TABLET work?

A: LUMENAC 600MG TABLET works by enhancing airway secretions and mucociliary
function (a defense mech
excess mucus), which causes the mucus (phlegm) to become less sticky, resulting
in its easy removal through cough, thus managing airway diseases in affected
individuals.

Q: What precautions must be taken while using LUMENAC 600MG TABLET?

A: Before taking LUMENAC 600MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have liver
disease, kidney disease, or have had ulcers in your stomach.

Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Lung Function Tests
• Complete Blood Count (CBC)/ Hemogram
• Healthy Midlife Checkup
• Men Health Checkup - Advanced
• Complete Women Checkup
• Senior Citizen Checkup-Female
• Senior Citizen Checkup-Male
• Women Health Checkup-Essential
• Full Body Checkup-Gold
• Elderly Checkup-Female
• Elderly Checkup-Male
• Full Body Checkup-Silver