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Mucolytic · Mucolytic, antidote for acetaminophen toxicity · Pediatrics, Toxicology, Pulmonology, Gastroenterology
Acetylcysteine is a mucolytic and the antidote for acetaminophen toxicity. Solution for inhalation or oral use: 100 mg/mL (10%) or 200 mg/mL (20%) in 4, 10, or 30 mL; may contain EDTA. Injectable (Acetadote and generics): 200 mg/mL (20%) (30 mL); may contain EDTA 0.5 mg/mL. Preservative-free versions exist. Use with caution in asthma; give inhaled broncho…