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Mucinac 2 ml Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Drug Overdose. Other than this, Mucinac 2 ml Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Mucinac 2 ml Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Mucinac 2 ml Injection include Hypersensitivity, Stomach Upset. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Mucinac 2 ml Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Mucinac 2 ml Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Mucinac 2 ml Injection's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Mucinac 2 ml Injection related warnings talks about Mucinac 2 ml Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Mucinac 2 ml Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Peptic Ulcer, Heart Failure, Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Mucinac 2 ml Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Mucinac 2 ml Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Mucinac 2 ml Injection is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Mucinac 2 ml Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Mucinac 2 ml Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Mucinac. It is best to stop taking Mucinac immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Mucinac 2 ml Injection safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Mucinac. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Mucinac 2 ml Injection on the Kidneys?
Mucinac is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Mucinac 2 ml Injection on the Liver?
Use of Mucinac may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Mucinac 2 ml Injection on the Heart?
Using Mucinac does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mucinac 2 ml Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mucinac 2 ml Injection habit forming or addictive?
Mucinac 2 ml Injection is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Mucinac 2 ml Injection does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Mucinac 2 ml Injection, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mucinac 2 ml Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mucinac 2 ml Injection
When consumed with certain foods, Mucinac 2 ml Injection may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mucinac 2 ml Injection
Consumption of alcohol and Mucinac 2 ml Injection together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Mucinac may cause nausea and vomiting, this occurs in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting try to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even after that it persists or becomes severe then discuss it with your doctor.
For excessive mucus, Mucinac has to be taken once in a day or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of peptic ulcer. For paracetamol poisoning only given under medical supervision.
No, Mucinac does not cause weight gain. However, if you are experiencing any unusual weight gain then it might be due to some other medical condition and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
No, Mucinac should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Mucinac is a brand name of acetylcysteine and it comes in the form of tablet and injection. It is a prescription drug which is used as an antidote for the treatment of paracetamol poisoning to prevent liver toxicity. It is also used as a mucolytic agent to provide relief from excessive mucus (phlegm) in respiratory diseases.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cetylev(acetylcysteine)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 104-106