💊 N-Acetylcysteine Sachet 200 mg
🔹 Generic Name:
N-acetylcysteine (NAC)
🔹 Formulation & Strength:
- Oral sachet: 200 mg per sachet
- Typically a powder for oral solution or granules
📌 Primary Indications:
| Condition | Use |
|---|---|
| Mucolytic agent | Helps loosen thick mucus in lungs in COPD, bronchitis, cystic fibrosis |
| Paracetamol (acetaminophen) overdose | Used as an antidote (typically IV or oral solution, not sachet form) |
| Antioxidant support (off-label) | For liver protection, kidney health, etc. |
🧪 Dosage & Administration:
✅ Usual Adult Dose (Mucolytic Use):
- 200 mg sachet, 2 to 3 times daily
- Method: Dissolve the contents in half a glass of water (100 mL) and drink immediately
⚠️ Precautions & Warnings:
| Risk | Notes |
|---|---|
| Asthma | May cause bronchospasm; use cautiously |
| Gastrointestinal ulcer | Use with caution in patients with GI history |
| Sulfur smell | Slight sulfur/rotten egg odor is normal |
🧴 Storage:
| Parameter | Instruction |
|---|---|
| Storage | Store below 25°C, dry place |
| Shelf life | Check packaging (usually ~2 years) |