Mucotune 20% Injection
Product introduction
Mucotune 20% 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.
Mucotune 20% 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 Mucotune Injection
- Treatment of Paracetamol toxicity
Benefits of Mucotune Injection
In Treatment of Paracetamol toxicity
Mucotune 20% 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. Mucotune 20% 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 Mucotune 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 Mucotune
- Rash
- Red spots or bumps
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
How to use Mucotune Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Mucotune Injection works
Mucotune 20% 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, Mucotune 20% Injection protects liver cells and reduces the risk of serious harm.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Mucotune 20% Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Mucotune 20% 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
Mucotune 20% 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
Mucotune 20% Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Mucotune 20% Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Mucotune 20% Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
What if you forget to take Mucotune Injection?
If you miss a dose of Mucotune 20% Injection, please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
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.
- Mucotune 20% Injection protects the liver from damage by the high levels of paracetamol.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
N-Acylated Alpha Amino Acids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OTHERS
Action Class
Mucolytics
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Mucotune 20% Injection used for?
Mucotune 20% 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 Mucotune 20% Injection be given after a paracetamol overdose?
For best results, Mucotune 20% 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 Mucotune 20% Injection given?
Mucotune 20% 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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Name: Larsen Formulations Private Limited
Address: A-302, Tasai Darshan, Shree Malang Road Near Nandiwali Talav, Kalyan East, Thane Mumbai Mh 421306 In
Country of origin: India
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