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Mucosys Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Drug Overdose are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Mucosys Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mucosys Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Mucosys Tablet include Hypersensitivity, Stomach Upset. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Mucosys Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Mucosys Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Mucosys Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Mucosys Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Mucosys Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Peptic Ulcer, Heart Failure, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Mucosys Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Mucosys Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Mucosys Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Mucosys Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Mucosys Tablet 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.
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Is the use of Mucosys Tablet 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 Tablet 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 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Mucosys is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Mucosys Tablet 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 Tablet on the Heart?
Using Mucosys does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Mucosys Tablet 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 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mucosys Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Mucosys Tablet 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 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Mucosys Tablet is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mucosys Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Mucosys Tablet
Taking Mucosys Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mucosys Tablet
Consuming Mucosys Tablet 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