Acetylcysteine is used to help thin and loosen mucus in the airways due to certain lung diseases (such as emphysema, bronchitis, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia). This effect helps you to clear the mucus from your lungs so that you can breathe easier. When taken by mouth, acetylcysteine is used to prevent liver damage from acetaminophen overdose.
Inhale acetylcysteine by mouth as directed by the doctor.
The solution is usually mixed with another liquid to decrease nausea and vomiting.
Drink acetylcysteine within 1 hour of mixing.
A slight odor is noticed when first breathing takes place in medication.
This odor will quickly go away.
If you are using a face mask to breathe in the medication, there may be some stickiness on your face after use.
Wash your face with water to remove the stickiness.
Use acetylcysteine regularly to get the most benefit from it.
Quantity is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.
Do not increase your quantity or take this product more often than directed.
Expert Advice
Do not increase the quantity than prescribed by the doctor. If the condition persists or worsens, or if you think you may have a serious medicalproblem, get medical help right away. Keep acetylcysteine out of the reach of children. Store the acetylcysteine at room temperature. Keep acetylcysteine away from sunlight.
Acetylcysteine is indicated for the treatment of lung diseases.
Acetylcysteine is safe and effective in treating and loosening the mucus to clear airways.
Acetylcysteine is indicated to prevent liver damage.
Side Effects
Side effects of acetylcysteine include:
Nausea and vomiting
Mouth sores
Runny nose
Severe stomach/abdominal pain
Black stools
Vomit that looks like coffee grounds
Chest pain/tightness
Trouble breathing
Rash
Itching
Severe dizziness.
Warnings
Pregnancy
Pregnant females should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Lactation
Consult your doctor before taking this medication if you are a nursing female.
Driving
Its use has shown a side effect of severe dizziness; therefore avoid using it before driving.
Liver
Its use has not shown any risk to the liver. Consult your doctor before using acetylcysteine for a better analysis.
Kidney
Its use has not shown any risk to kidneys. Consult your doctor before using acetylcysteine for a better analysis.
Alcohol
The use of alcohol should be limited or avoided while using acetylcysteine.
Precautions
Patients who are allergic to acetylcysteine or any of its components should consult the doctor before taking it. If taking any vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products are taken then consult the doctor before using acetylcysteine. If any sort of swelling is experienced, consult your doctor immediately. Using acetylcysteine, especially in high concentrations, might result in severe stomach or abdominal pain.
Contraindications
Acetylcysteine is contraindicated for use in patients with acetylcysteine
Acetylcysteine should be used with extreme caution in patients with lung diseases.
FAQS
Indications:
iiThis medication is used for thinning and loosening mucus that may be blocking the airways in certain lung diseases such as emphysema, pneumonia, bronchitis, and cystic fibrosis.
Side Effects:
You may experience the following:
• Mouth sores
• Runny nose
• Slight odor during initial usage
Storage:
Please store this medicine at room temperature (18-25 Celsius) or refrigerate, depending on the type of medicine. Keep medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Please do not flush medicines down the toilet.
Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.
Effect on pregnancy and lactation:
Pregnant females can use this medicine after consulting their doctor.
The effects of this medicine in lactating females are unknown. Consult your health care provider before use of this medicine.
Administration:
This medicine is mostly inhaled through the nose. Th dose is dependent on the age, condition and its severity. Use it as prescribed by your doctor.
Precautions
The patients with any breathing diseases/ conditions such as asthma must be cautious.
Disclaimer
Dawaai's intention is to make sure that it's consumers get information that is accurate, reviewed by an expert and error-free. However, the information mentioned here should not be used as a replacement for the advice of a qualified physician. The information given here is for informational purposes only, which may not cover all possible precautions, side effects, contraindications or drug interactions. Consult your doctor and discuss your queries related to any medicine or disease.
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