Treats breathing difficulties in asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema. Relaxes and opens air passages in the lungs. Available as tablets, syrup, and rectal suppository. Usually taken every 6-12 hours
Erdosteine is a thiol derivative for chronic obstructive bronchitis treatment. Contains blocked sulfhydryl groups that release active mucolytic metabolites. Modulates mucus production and viscosity, improving expectoration. Shows antioxidant activity against cigarette smoke-induced free radicals
Hemoptysis is coughing up blood from respiratory tract. Most lung blood (95%) circulates through pulmonary arteries. Massive hemoptysis is production of ≥ 600 mL blood in 24 hours
Nosocomial pneumonia: 750 mg every 24 hours for 7-14 days. Community pneumonia: 500 mg every 24 hours for 7-14 days. MDRSP pneumonia: 750 mg every 24 hours for 5 days
Theophylline is a bronchodilator for asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema. Available in various forms including capsules and extended-release tablets
Acne treatment requires 500 mg twice daily for 2 weeks or more. Bronchitis treatment involves 500 mg every 6 hours for 7-10 days. Lyme disease treatment spans 10-30 days with 500 mg every 6 hours. Syphilis treatment requires 500 mg every 6 hours for 28 days. Psittacosis treatment necessitates 500 mg four times daily