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Mucosys is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Drug Overdose. The alternative uses of Mucosys have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Mucosys depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Mucosys include Hypersensitivity, Stomach Upset. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Mucosys as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Mucosys go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Mucosys is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Mucosys's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Mucosys 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. Other contraindications of Mucosys have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Mucosys with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Mucosys is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Mucosys 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 Mucosys safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Mucosys. It is best to stop taking Mucosys immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Mucosys safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Mucosys. Immediately discontinue Mucosys if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Mucosys on the Kidneys?
Mucosys is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Mucosys on the Liver?
Mucosys may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Mucosys on the Heart?
Using Mucosys does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Mucosys should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mucosys unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mucosys habit forming or addictive?
Mucosys does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Mucosys since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Mucosys is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mucosys cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Mucosys
Taking Mucosys with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mucosys
Consuming Mucosys with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Mucosys can be taken with ranitidine. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with ranitidine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Mucosys 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.
No, Mucosys 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.
Rarely, Mucosys causes fever and chills. It is a rare side effect of the medicine. If you are experiencing fever after taking this drug then try to take mild antipyretic medicine such as paracetamol even after this fever does not subsidise then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Mucosys is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
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