Mucomyst® (N-acetylcysteine)
Alternative brand (trade) names: Mucret and Acetylcystein Tika.
What is Mucomyst® ?
Mucomyst contains the medicine N-acetylcysteine which is a mucolytic.
What is Mucomyst® used for?
Mucomyst is used to treat chronic bronchitis.
How does Mucomyst® work ?
- Mucomyst contains the medicine N-acetylcysteine which thins or loosens mucus in the airways or breathing tubes, making it easier to cough up.
- This action of acetylcysteine is related to the sulfhydryl group in the molecule. This group probably "opens" disulfide linkages in mucus, thereby making it less viscous.
How is Mucomyst® given ?
Mucomyst is supplied as tablets.
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