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Classification Mucolytic
Mechanism of Action Decreases viscosity of respiratory tract secretions and promote their removal by breaking disulfide bonds. In acetaminophen overdose, it protects the liver from injury by restoring glutathione levels or by acting as alternate substrate for acetaminophen metabolism
Indication Treatment of respiratory affections characterized by thick & viscous hypersecretions; acute &chronic bronchitis & its exacerbation, pulmonary emphysema, mucoviscidosis & bronchiectasis. Antidote in poisoning caused by paracetamol, carbon tetrachloride, arsenic, metallic mercury inhalation, yellow phosphorus & for cyclophosphamide induced hemorrhagic cystitis
Side effects Nausea,Vomiting , & other GI symptoms, generalized urticaria accompanied by mild fever, hypotension, wheezing, dyspnea,and stomatitis.
Nursing Implication -Instruct patient to follow directions exactly -Explain the importance of using drug as directed