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Research Notes on Acetylcysteine Uses
Acetylcysteine is used to treat lung conditions that cause an increased production of mucus, making breathing difficult. These conditions include emphysema, pneumonia, bronchitis, or amyloidosis of the lung. Acetylcysteine dissolves mucus, making it easier to cough up.1
Fast Facts:
- Acetylcysteine is a drug marketed under the brand name Mucomyst.1
- Mucomyst is administered via inhalation.2
- Acetylcysteine may be alternatively use to treat an acetaminophen overdose.2
- When treating an acetaminophen overdose, acetylcysteine is administered orally.2
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Research Notes References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Drugs.com: Acetylcysteine (Inhalation)
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 RxList: Acetylcysteine Solution
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- Redirects: Acetylcysteine Use, Using Acetylcysteine, How to Use Acetylcysteine
- Last update: Jun. 12, 2009
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