MUCINAC INJECTION

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MUCINAC INJECTION is an antidote medication. It is used in the treatment of paracetamol overdose (when you may have taken too much paracetamol medicine). It protects your liver and helps to reduce the extent of the injury.

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Acetylcysteine (200mg)

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Cipla Ltd

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Product introduction

MUCINAC INJECTION is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor. It must be injected within 8 hours of a paracetamol overdose. It can be given up to 24 hours, but the medicine’s effectiveness slows down when given after 24 hours of the overdose. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Always follow your doctor's advice while taking this medicine.

The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, urticaria, flushing, and itching. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you suffer from asthma, as close monitoring is required while taking this medicine. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking, as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

Uses of Mucinac Injection

Treatment of Paracetamol toxicity

Benefits of Mucinac Injection

Treatment of Paracetamol toxicity
MUCINAC INJECTION is an antidote medicine that prevents serious side effects if a person has taken more than the normal or recommended amount of a medicine called paracetamol. Paracetamol overdose may cause serious liver damage, which may even lead to liver failure. Rarely, an excessive overdose may lead to a coma. MUCINAC INJECTION is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the most benefit from this medication.

Side effects of Mucinac Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Mucinac

Rash
Red spots or bumps
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)

How to use Mucinac Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Mucinac Injection works

MUCINAC INJECTION is an antidote for paracetamol poisoning. It works by increasing the level of glutathione, an antioxidant that neutralizes the toxic products of paracetamol. Glutathione helps the liver safely break down and remove harmful substances formed when paracetamol is taken in excessive amounts. If glutathione levels drop too low, these toxic substances can cause severe liver damage. By restoring glutathione, MUCINAC INJECTION protects liver cells and reduces the risk of serious harm.

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Quick tips

Do not wait for symptoms to appear—seek medical help immediately after a suspected overdose.
Let your doctor know if you have asthma or a history of stomach ulcers, as precautions may be needed.
After treatment, follow-up blood tests may be required to check liver function.
Always keep paracetamol out of reach of children to prevent accidental overdose.
MUCINAC INJECTION protects the liver from damage by the high levels of paracetamol.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with MUCINAC INJECTION. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

MUCINAC INJECTION is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

MUCINAC INJECTION may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

SAFE

MUCINAC INJECTION does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of MUCINAC INJECTION in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

MUCINAC INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Frequently asked questions

What is MUCINAC INJECTION used for?

MUCINAC INJECTION is mainly used to treat paracetamol (acetaminophen) overdose. It helps protect the liver from serious damage by breaking down harmful substances formed when too much paracetamol is taken.

How soon should MUCINAC INJECTION be given after a paracetamol overdose?

For best results, MUCINAC INJECTION should be given as soon as possible—ideally within 8 hours of the overdose. It can still help if given up to 24 hours later, but the sooner it is given, the better the chances of preventing liver damage.

How is MUCINAC INJECTION given?

MUCINAC INJECTION is usually given in a hospital through a drip (intravenous infusion) into a vein. The dose and duration depend on the amount of paracetamol taken and how long it has been since the overdose. The doctor will monitor closely during the treatment to ensure safety and effectiveness.

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Chemical Class

N-Acylated Alpha Amino Acids

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OTHERS

Action Class

Mucolytics

References

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General Information

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Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Mucinac Injection

Benefits of Mucinac Injection

Side effects of Mucinac Injection

How to use Mucinac Injection

How Mucinac Injection works

All substitutes for MUCINAC INJECTION

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

What is MUCINAC INJECTION used for?

How soon should MUCINAC INJECTION be given after a paracetamol overdose?

How is MUCINAC INJECTION given?

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