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Acetylcysteine – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: ACETYLCYSTEINE MARTINDALE
Strength: 200 mg/ml | Form: Solution For Injection
Price in UAE: AED 128.00
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Acetylcysteine

Class: | Mucolytic agent; Antidote for acetaminophen overdose Use: | Treatment of acetaminophen (paracetamol) overdose; Mucolytic therapy in respiratory conditions with viscous mucus Adult dose: | For acetaminophen overdose: Initial loading dose of 150 mg/kg IV over 60 minutes, followed by 50 mg/kg IV over 4 hours, then 100 mg/kg IV over 16 hours Pediatric dose: | Same as adult dosing for acetaminophen overdose, adjusted for weight Side effects: | Nausea, vomiting, flushing, rash, anaphy

Drug Class

Mucolytic agent; Antidote for acetaminophen overdose

Uses & Indications

Treatment of acetaminophen (paracetamol) overdose; Mucolytic therapy in respiratory conditions with viscous mucus

Storage Requirements

Store at controlled room temperature, 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); protect from light

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Aurum Pharmaceuticals, UNITED KINGDOM

Package Size

10 ml Ampoules x 10

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 128.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

For acetaminophen overdose: Initial loading dose of 150 mg/kg IV over 60 minutes, followed by 50 mg/kg IV over 4 hours, then 100 mg/kg IV over 16 hours

Pediatric Dose

Same as adult dosing for acetaminophen overdose, adjusted for weight

Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, flushing, rash, anaphylactoid reactions, hypotension

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to acetylcysteine or any component of the formulation

Important Warnings

Monitor for anaphylactoid reactions, especially during the initial infusion; use with caution in patients with asthma or respiratory insufficiency due to risk of bronchospasm

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Acetylcysteine available in UAE pharmacies:

ACC 200 mg Powder For Oral Solution ACC LONG 600 mg Effervescent Tablets ACETYL CYSTEIN 20 % Oral Solution/Solution For Nebulization ACETYL CYSTEIN 600 mg Effervescent Tablets ACETYLCYSTEINE 100 mg/ml Solution For Dilution For Intravenous Infusion ACETYLCYSTEINE 20 % Oral Solution/Solution For Nebulization ACETYLCYSTEINE 20 % Solution For Injection ACETYLCYSTEINE 20 % Solution for Inhalation & Oral Administration ACETYLCYSTEINE 200 mg/ml Solution for Inhalation and Oral and Intravenous Administration ACETYLCYSTEINE MARTINDALE 200 mg/ml Solution For Injection

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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