Muclear Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Acetylcysteine

Indications/Uses

Mucolytic agent in adjuvant treatment of abnormal, viscid or inspissated mucus secretion in acute & chronic bronchopulmonary disorder. Prevention or lessening hepatic injury caused by paracetamol overdosage.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Mucolytic effects Adult & childn >12 yr 1 tab daily. Paracetamol overdosage Initially 140 mg/kg. Maintenance: 70 mg/kg every 4 hr 17 doses.

Administration

Should be taken with food: Dissolve in ½ glass of water. Take after evening meal.

Special Precautions

Phenylketonuria, asthma. History of PUD. Pregnancy, lactation.

Adverse Reactions

Stomatitis; nausea, vomiting & other GI symptoms; fever, rhinorrhea, drowsiness, clamminess, chest tightness, bronchoconstriction, bronchospasm, tachycardia, angioedema, rashes, pruritus, hypotension.

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MIMS Class

Cough & Cold Preparations / Antidotes & Detoxifying Agents

ATC Classification

R05CB01 - acetylcysteine ; Belongs to the class of mucolytics. Used in the treatment of wet cough.

Thai FDA Category

NDD

Presentation/Packing

Form

Muclear effervescent tab 600 mg

Packing/Price

10's

Muclear

acetylcysteine

Manufacturer:

Mega Lifesciences

Distributor:

Zuellig Pharma