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Methonac Tablet
Acetylcysteine
₹212MRP ₹223In stock
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Methonac Tablet is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of cough, chest congestion and common cold symptoms.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
Licensed pharmacyPharmacist-verified orderDelivered across India
Key details
Salt: Acetylcysteine
Available variants: tablet 10S
Best price: ₹212 (₹21.19 per tablet)
MRP: ₹223
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: LINUX LABORATORIES`
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
Composition of Methonac Tablet
Methonac Tablet contains Acetylcysteine. It belongs to the Expectorant / mucolytic / bronchodilator class of medicines.
Uses of Methonac Tablet
- This medicine is used in the treatment of cough
- chest congestion and common cold symptoms.
Key benefits
- Eases a chesty cough
- Helps clear congestion
How Methonac Tablet works
Acetylcysteine loosens and thins the mucus in your airways so a cough clears it more easily, and eases the tightness that comes with congestion.
How to take Methonac Tablet
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it unless your doctor has told you to. Take it with or after food. Taking it at about the same time each day helps you remember. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, severe drowsiness, a racing heart and, with codeine, dangerously slow breathing. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Methonac Tablet
Most side effects of Methonac are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach upset
- Drowsiness
- Tremor
- Fast heartbeat
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Methonac Tablet
| Pregnancy | Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding. |
| Alcohol | Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine. |
| Driving | May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you. |
| Kidney | Use with caution if you have kidney disease — your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function. |
| Liver | Use with caution if you have liver disease — your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your liver function. |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
See a doctor if a cough lasts more than a week, or comes with fever, breathlessness, chest pain or blood in the sputum. Do not give cough and cold preparations to young children except on a doctor's advice. Do not combine two cough preparations — they frequently contain the same ingredients, and the doses add up. Preparations containing codeine can cause dependence and must be used only for the period your doctor specifies.
Do not take Methonac if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Codeine-containing preparations are not for children, or for anyone with breathing difficulty.
Interactions with other medicines
Sedating ingredients add to the effect of alcohol and sleeping tablets. Decongestants such as phenylephrine and pseudoephedrine can raise blood pressure — tell your doctor if you are hypertensive.
How to store Methonac Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Methonac Tablet
Drink plenty of water — it thins mucus better than any syrup. Steam inhalation helps congestion and costs nothing. Measure the dose with the cup supplied.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- LINUX LABORATORIES`
- Therapeutic class:
- Cough and cold preparation
- Drug class:
- Expectorant / mucolytic / bronchodilator
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Methonac Tablet FAQs
What is Methonac Tablet used for?
Methonac Tablet is commonly used for This medicine is used in the treatment of cough, chest congestion and common cold symptoms. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Methonac Tablet?
Methonac Tablet contains Acetylcysteine. If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Methonac Tablet?
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Methonac Tablet work?
Acetylcysteine loosens and thins the mucus in your airways so a cough clears it more easily, and eases the tightness that comes with congestion.
Is Methonac Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Methonac Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Methonac Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Methonac are Nausea, Vomiting, Stomach upset, Drowsiness, Tremor. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Methonac Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Methonac.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Methonac Tablet?
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
What if I miss a dose of Methonac Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Methonac Tablet habit forming?
No. Methonac Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Methonac Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Methonac Tablet starts at ₹212 (MRP ₹223) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 10S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Methonac Tablet?
Methonac Tablet is manufactured by LINUX LABORATORIES`. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Methonac Tablet delivered?
Methonac Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Methonac Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Acetylcysteine
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹212 (₹21.19 per tablet)
- MRP
- ₹223
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- LINUX LABORATORIES`
- Manufacturer
- LINUX LABORATORIES`
- Therapeutic class
- Cough and cold preparation
- Drug class
- Expectorant / mucolytic / bronchodilator
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 10S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Methonac Tablet is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Methonac Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
Next steps
Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.