Drugs that are mucolytic have a secretolitic property, contributing to liquefaction of the sputum, accelerating its withdrawal and facilitating breathing. Mucolytic agents are prescribed for diseases accompanied by the formation of dense mucus (bronchitis, pneumonia, tracheitis) and lor diseases (sinusitis, sinusitis, rhinitis).
Mucolytic action - what is it?
The peculiarity of such means is to improve the sputum discharge without increasing its volume. These drugs are divided into three groups according to the principle of action:
- affecting the viscosity of mucus;
- activating the output of phlegm;
- reducing the formation of mucus.
Mucolytic agents with dry cough
An important stage in the treatment of cough is his transition from dry to wet. This is achieved by taking mucolytics, which make sputum less viscous, dilute it. Briefly describe the most effective drugs.
Acselcysteine
It is available in the form of tablets and granules for dissolution in water, and also as a solution for injection. Its high efficiency is explained by the triple action: antitoxic, mucolytic and antioxidant. The drug helps to withdraw phlegm, reduces inflammation. The action of the drug is based on the property of depolitizing mucoproteins, reducing viscosity and pus.
Ambroxol
It resembles Bromgexin, however, it has a more pronounced expectorant effect. The drug activates the formation of pulmonary surfactant, stimulates expectoration.
Carbocysteine
This drug should also be attributed to mucolytic drugs from cough, which not only contributes to the removal of mucus, but also restores the work of secretory cells. The medicine is available in the form of syrup and capsules.
Mucolytic drugs for the nose
Mucolytics are also prescribed to prevent the accumulation of mucus in diseases of the nose. They are prescribed in combination with antimicrobial agents and home treatment methods.
The following mucolytic drugs are distinguished for sinusitis:
- Fludex;
- Mukodin;
- Fluimucil.
The content of carbocisteine in them promotes the removal of a viscous secretion, the restoration of the mucosa, and the facilitation of respiration. Specialists recommend that they be used to combat rhinitis and sinusitis . Efficacy is due to the effect immediately on several mucous membranes, which helps a more productive sputum recovery.
Mucolytic medicinal products on plant basis
Many people prefer to limit the intake of drugs produced without the use of natural components. However, it must be remembered that herbal preparations, like chemical ones, have their contraindications and side effects.
Mukaltin
The main product is polysaccharide components, which are extracted from the althea plant. The root of the plant contains asparagine, betaine, starch, and also mucus, which relieves inflammation.
Linkas
It is another mucolytic agent of plant origin. It is sold in the form of a syrup, which contains hyssop, marshmallow, licorice root ,
Bronhicum
Sold in the form of an elixir, syrup and lozenges. The drug has a combined effect on the body, providing anti-inflammatory, bronchodilator and expectorant effect. The main elements of the remedy are the root of the primrose and the grass thyme. The drug improves the condition with a dry and moist cough, helps make it productive, facilitating the withdrawal of mucus from the lungs.
Gelomirtol
Helps cope with both the first signs of a cold, and with a progressive disease. The drug activates the mechanisms of self-cleaning, relieving microbes and diluting sputum.