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Brand Names: Acetylcyst
See also: N-Acetylcysteine NAC

What is Acetylcysteine? Acetylcysteine is the N-acetyl derivative of the amino acid L-cysteine. Inhaled acetylcysteine is prescribed for mucus-dissolving therapy as an aid in respiratory conditions with excessive and/or thick mucus production. Read more...Click to read more below

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Reasons Taken

4 patients in the community are taking or have taken Acetylcysteine.

Reason # Patients Percentage of patients
Other 2 50%
Excess saliva 1 25%

Dosages

Based on the patients currently taking Acetylcysteine.

  2 As needed 2 Daily 20 Daily 600 mg Daily
  1 Number of Patients: 1 1 Number of Patients: 1 1 Number of Patients: 1 1 Number of Patients: 1  

Duration

How long current patients have been taking Acetylcysteine or how long patients were taking Acetylcysteine before stopping.

Currently taking Acetylcysteine

0-1 month 1-3 months 3-6 months 6 months-1year 1-2 years 2 years or more
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1
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