Carbosteine not working

[Annierpan]

When I first started to take carbosistine, it made my phlegm runner and easier to cough up. I now take three times two per day, it's not runny anymore. I dare not stop taking it, as I have been very unwell a few times in the past. Does anyone know if it eventually stops working as well, when you have been taking it for long period. Thank you.

[peege]

Could it be for some other reason? IE drinking less fluid or perspiring more?

[Lol1944]

Many years ago I was prescribed and did well on 2x4 times daily. Some chump decided that 6 daily was the max dose. The phlegm thickened and of course it sat in my lungs causing infection. It is easy enough to purchase online and so I went back to the original 8 per day. My consultant agreed with my action when I told him. For long hols abroad which I find beneficial iI take nac to reduce meds luggage and consequently get in front with my prescribed carbo reducing the amount I need to purchase. Only my opinion but if something improves my breathing I do it

[Alberta56]

I think you need to talk to your GP or consultant. They might be able to suggest something.

[B0xermad]

Definitely this time of year drinking more and ask gp if nacsys 600mg effervescent tablets will be an option if carbocysteine not effective anymore

[Patk1]

I've been on it for long time& it still works for me.ru drinking enough? It's worth putting specimen in,make sure infection hasn't been brewing x

[MoyB]

Do you, by any chance, also suffer with hay fever? Mine is bad this year and the Carbosisteine isn't completely clearing the phlegm at the moment. I've been put on stronger antihistamines and a steroid nasal spray but there is still some phlegm rattling about.

If it doesn't seem to be doing the job, why not have a chat with your GP or pharmacist to find out if there's something else that might help?

Also, it's important to drink plenty as I believe this helps the carbosisteine to do its job.

xx Moy