Mucomyst - Acetylcysteine - Inhalation/oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Mucomyst.
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What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Other Medicinal Applications

• Acetylcysteine has also been swallowed by mouth to prevent kidney failure due to X-ray contrast products.

Read Before Using Mucomyst (precautions)

• Tell your doctor if you have any pre-existing conditions, such as.

Possible Side Effects

• When using this to thin mucus, it may cause nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, runny nose, clamminess, fever and an unpleasant odor the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor promptly.
• Notify your doctor promptly if you develop.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Mucomyst Storage Instructions

• Store unopened solution at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
• Once opened, store the solution in the refrigerator and use within 96 hours.
• The solution may change color, but will continue to be safe and effective if used within 96 hours after opening.
• Diluted solutions to be swallowed by mouth should be used within 1 hour of preparation.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of any prescription or nonprescription medication you may use.
• Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Mucomyst Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• When using this to thin mucus.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication, when inhaled by mouth, works in the lung to thin mucous, making breathing easier.
• It is used to treat thick mucous secretions in chronic emphysema, bronchitis, pneumonia, cystic fibrosis and other related conditions.
• This medication is also swallowed by mouth as an antidote to acetaminophen overdose in order to prevent life-threatening liver damage.

Usage Instructions

• When used to thin mucus, this medication is inhaled into the lungs using special breathing (nebulizer) equipment.
• A health care professional will demonstrate the proper way to use the equipment.
• Make sure you understand and ask any questions you may have.
• Use the solution as directed.
• Do not increase your dose or take this more frequently than directed.
• When swallowed by mouth for acetaminophen overdose or to prevent kidney problems, take exactly as directed.
• For acetaminophen overdose, this medication is generally used every 4 hours.