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Mucyst Injection

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Product introduction

Mucyst 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.

Mucyst Injection is used as mucolytic

Uses of Mucyst Injection

  • Treatment of Paracetamol toxicity

Benefits of Mucyst Injection

In Treatment of Paracetamol toxicity

Mucyst 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 which leads to an overdose. Initially, there may be mild gastrointestinal symptoms like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, irritability, etc. But, if left untreated, paracetamol overdose may cause serious liver damage, which may even lead to liver failure. Rarely, an excessive overdose may lead to a coma. It 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 Mucyst 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 Mucyst

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

How to use Mucyst Injection

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

How Mucyst Injection works

Mucyst Injection is an antidote for paracetamol poisoning. It works by increasing the level of glutathione, an antioxidant that neutralises the toxic products of paracetamol.

Safety advice

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Mucyst Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Mucyst Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Mucyst Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Mucyst Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Mucyst Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Mucyst Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Mucyst Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Mucyst Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Mucyst Injection is used for the treatment of paracetamol overdose (when you may have taken too much paracetamol).
  • It protects the liver from damage by the high levels of paracetamol.
  • It is very effective when given during the first 8 hours following paracetamol overdose. The effectiveness is reduced with time but it can still help when given within 24 hours. 

Fact Box

Chemical Class
N-Acylated Alpha Amino Acids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OTHERS
Action Class
Acetylcysteine -Mucolytic

Patient concerns

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Ferrous sulphate tablets toxicity
Dr. Megha Gupta
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
There is no toxicity as such. Please be specific in what respect are you asking.
Diazepam toxicity about 45 tablets
Dr. Ambrish Dharmadhikari
Psychiatry
Rush immediately to emergency services
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FAQs

Q. Is Mucyst Injection good for liver?

Yes, Mucyst Injection is good for the liver. It improves liver function and activity in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. It also prevents liver from toxic agents which can damage the liver. Additionally, it also prevents liver from damage in cases of drug overdose like paracetamol, etc.

Q. Does Mucyst Injection affect blood pressure?

Yes, Mucyst Injection by acting through various mechanism prevents the rise of blood pressure and maintains the normal functioning of the body. There are reports which show that Mucyst Injection can prevent damage to the inner lining of the blood vessels of the body, which will maintain the elasticity and vitality of the blood vessels. It also increases the antioxidants levels in the body hence preventing the body from oxidative damage.

Q. Does Mucyst Injection help anxiety?

There is no concrete evidence that Mucyst Injection can be used alone in the treatment of anxiety disorder. However, in some reports, it is shown that Mucyst Injection provides benefit by acting as an antioxidant. This property prove to be beneficial in psychiatric and neurological conditions when added to the normal treatment of the particular disorder. Do not take this medication without consulting your doctor. Contact the doctor for any query if you feel anxious.

Q. Is Mucyst Injection good for kidneys?

Yes, Mucyst Injection is beneficial when used in patients with impaired kidney functions. It is also used to prevent or minimize the damage caused by the use of contrast during investigations like CT scan or other body scans.

Q. Does Mucyst Injection need to be refrigerated?

Unopened vials of Mucyst Injection should be stored at room temperature. Once the medicine is opened and diluted it should be used within 3 hours as per the directions of the physician. It should not be stored above 25ºC. Once opened, the vials should be stored in refrigeration and if unused then should be discarded after 96 hours.

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References

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Marketer details

Name: Neon Laboratories Ltd
Address: 140, Damji Samji Industrial Complex, Mahakali Caves Rd., Andheri(East), Mumbai-93.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Mucyst Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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Email ID: [email protected]
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

MRP
48.5
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2.0 ml in 1 vial
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