Mucomyst
Active Ingredient(s): AcetylcysteineFDA Approved: * September 14, 1963
Pharm Company: * APOTHECON
Category: Allergies, Cough & Cold
* This drug may consist of multiple approval dates, manufacturers, or distributors. If applicable, they would be listed below under "NDC Database Records".
Mucomyst Overview
Acetylcysteine, also known as N-acetylcysteine (NAC), is a medication that is used to treat paracetamol (acetaminophen) overdose, and to loosen thick mucus in individuals with chronic bronchopulmonary disorders like pneumonia and bronchitis.[2] It can be taken intravenously, by mouth, or inhaled as a mist.[2] Some people use it as a dietary supplement.[6][7] Common side effects include nausea and vomiting when taken by mouth.&...
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Availability of Mucomyst
Why is it not available at my pharmacy? ## why cant i find mucomyst ## I don't have any information on why it isn't available. It contains the active ingredient Acetylcysteine. Learn more Acetylcysteine details here. Have you tried asking if they have an equivalent medication?
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Why is it not available at my pharmacy? ## why cant i find mucomyst ## I don't have any information on why it isn't available. It contains the active ingredient Acetylcysteine. Learn more Acetylcysteine details here. Have you tried asking if they have an equivalent medication?
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Possible Dosages for this and Related Drugs:
Acetylcysteine
- Injection: 20%, 6gm/30ml (200mg/ml)
- Solution: 10%, 20%
- Tablet: 500mg
- Tablet, Effervescent: 2.5gm, 2.5mg, 500mg
Other drugs which contain Acetylcysteine or a similar ingredient: (4 results)
- ACETADOTE Acetylcysteine
- ACETYLCYSTEINE 40 discussions
- CETYLEV Acetylcysteine
- MUCOSIL Acetylcysteine
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