Acetylcysteine
- Generic Name
- Acetylcysteine
- Brand Names
- Acetadote
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C5H9NO3S
- CAS Number
- 616-91-1
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- WYQ7N0BPYC
Overview
Acetylcysteine is an antioxidant and glutathione inducer indicated for mucolytic therapy and the treatment of acetaminophen overdose. Acetylcysteine has also been studied for a wide variety of off-label indications with mixed results. Acetylcysteine was granted FDA approval on 14 September 1963.
Background
Acetylcysteine is an antioxidant and glutathione inducer indicated for mucolytic therapy and the treatment of acetaminophen overdose. Acetylcysteine has also been studied for a wide variety of off-label indications with mixed results. Acetylcysteine was granted FDA approval on 14 September 1963.
Indication
Acetylcysteine is indicated for mucolytic therapy and in the management of acetaminophen overdose.
Associated Conditions
- Acetaminophen Overdose
- Chronic Rhinitis
- Corneal Diseases
- Corneal ulceration
- Crusting Rhinitis
- Keratopathy
- Rhinitis
- Sinusitis
- Vasomotor Rhinitis
- Acute Rhinitis
- Subacute Rhinitis
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