Question 1

what is the treatment for acetylcysteine overdose?

Accepted Answer

Poison control: Any time there is over ingestion of a medication, poison control is the most important and accurate source of information.  They are available 24/7.  You could also call your doctor or local er but i would avoid internet doctoring/ search engine shopping.  This one could be a real problem.

Question 2

do acetylcysteine tablets help a paracetamol overodse?

Accepted Answer

Not tablets: A paracetamol overdose needs to be urgently managed by a medical provider. Management of paracetamol overdose is specific and tests including serum levels are used to determine treatment.
If you suspect an overdose please call poison control immediately for instructions then call 911.

Question 3

would taking n-acetylcysteine capsules help a paracetamol overdose?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes. That's the proper treatment, but if it is a real overdose you need to have your levels checked and be monitored. I have seen several cases of liver failure from inadequate management and or refusal to go into the er.  Good luck.

Question 4

do n-acetylcysteine capsules help a paracetamol overdose?

Accepted Answer

No: If you are truly concerned about a paracetamol overdose you should go and get your levels checked to determine if you are in need of IV acetylcysteine.  Oral acetylcysteine is poorly absorbed and high doses are requred for reversal of paracetamol overdose.

Question 5

why use acetylcysteine to treat a tylenol (acetaminophen) overdose?

Accepted Answer

Glutathione : The  reason for taking nac is to raise the glutathione levels in the body. Why not oral glutathione?  Glutathione is too large of a molecule to enter through the GI tract,  it's also difficult to get through the skin as well.  Glutathione is one of the most powerful antioxidants produced in the body.  It is vital in both phases of liver detoxification.  Tylenol (acetaminophen) is detoxified in the liver.

Question 6

what is mucomyst (acetylcysteine) used to treat?

Accepted Answer

Mucomyst (acetylcysteine): Mucomyst (acetylcysteine) is used to treat acetominophen (tylenol) overdoase and to thin mucus.

Question 7

what disease is mucomyst (acetylcysteine) used for?

Accepted Answer

Use of Mucomyst (acetylcysteine): Mucomyst (acetylcysteine) inhaled solution, is used to thin mucus in pulmonary or lung diseases that cause or are complicated by thick mucus. For example cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, bronchiectasis, bronchitis. It is also used, when administered orally,  in the treatment acetominophen (tylenol) overdose.

Question 8

can i take acetylcysteine and gaviscon at the same time?

Accepted Answer

Gaviscon: Since gaviscon creates a foam barrier at the junction of the esophagus and stomach, it interferes with medications entering the stomach. Accordingly one should not take any oral medications for at least 3 hours after taking gaviscon or, more preferably,take other medications before taking gaviscon. Your pharmacist can answer this and other questions about your medications.

Question 9

are there any alternatives to acetylcysteine inhalation medications?

Accepted Answer

Mucus plugs?: If you are using this drug for mucus plugs, there are very few, if any alternatives. Sometimes saline nebulizer treatments can be helpful.

Question 10

how effective is acetylcysteine for treating emphysema?

Accepted Answer

Emphysema: acetylcysteine helps thin secretions that can obstruct bronchi, it doesn't treat the lung pathology of emphysema directly

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