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The generic Acetylcysteine 900 mg comes from Turkey. It is available in the quantity of 100 tablets.

Acetylcysteine Information

Acetylcysteine (Acetylcysteine) is a remarkably versatile medication with different uses. It is a modified form of the amino acid cysteine with antioxidant and mucolytic properties. Acetylcysteine is used as the antidote of choice in the treatment of acetaminophen overdose and to prevent potential liver damage. This is arguably its most critical use in emergency medicine. When someone takes a toxic amount of acetaminophen, the body produces a harmful metabolite called N-acetyl-p-benzoquinone imine (NAPQI). Normally, glutathione detoxifies this, but in an overdose, the glutathione reserves are quickly depleted. Acetylcysteine replenishes the liver's glutathione stores, allowing the body to neutralize the toxic NAPQI and prevent severe liver damage or failure.

Furthermore, Acetylcysteine is used for certain respiratory conditions to clear the airways. It is used in common respiratory conditions, such as cystic fibrosis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, where excessive or thick secretions are a problem. Acetylcysteine functions as a mucolytic by breaking the disulfide bonds in the mucoproteins found in dense, sticky mucus. This action effectively reduces the viscosity and stickiness of the mucus, making it much easier for patients to cough it up or have it suctioned out. This is also why it may be used for diagnostic studies, such as a diagnostic bronchogram, to obtain a clear view of the airway.

Clinical studies have demonstrated the safety and efficacy of Acetylcysteine in various contexts. In the treatment of acetaminophen overdose, it's highly effective, primarily when used within the first 8 hours of paracetamol overdose. While it is still useful when used within the first 24 hours of overdose, its efficacy does reduce as the time interval increases. As a mucolytic agent, it has shown efficacy in reducing mucus viscosity and improving symptoms in conditions such as chronic bronchitis and cystic fibrosis.

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