.Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.ATC.R.R05CB01_1 .Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.ATC.R.R05CB01_1| name: | Acetylcysteine_1 |
| ATC code: | R05CB01_1 | route: | intravenous |
| n-compartments | 2 |
Acetylcysteine (N-acetylcysteine, NAC) is a mucolytic agent used to break down mucus, particularly in the lungs. It is also used as an antidote for acetaminophen (paracetamol) overdose. Approved and widely used in clinical practice today.
Pharmacokinetic parameters in patients after intravenous administration of NAC for acetaminophen overdose (standard 21-hour protocol).
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