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What Are The Adverse Reactions And Drug Interactions Of Acetylcysteine?
Question: I'm looking for side effects and drug interactions to acetylcysteine
Brief Answer:
side effects may not occur
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Acetylcysteine: (1) contraindications-( situations it cannot be used in or medications it cannot be used with)-- there are none of these
(2)serious interactions, where an alternative is best---there are none of these
(3)significant interactions (where you need to monitor)--- activated charcoal
(4)minor interactions-----isosorbide dinitrate or mononitrate, nitroglycerin (different formats)
Side effects----(1) bronchoconstriction (tight airways)-- asthamatic patients should be monitored
(2)drowsiness
(3)fever
(4)increased production of mucus
(5)nausea, vomiting
(6)runny nose
(7)blood on coughing
Most side effects of medication do not occur in the majority of persons using the medication.It is possible that you may use it with no or minimal problems
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
side effects may not occur
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Acetylcysteine: (1) contraindications-( situations it cannot be used in or medications it cannot be used with)-- there are none of these
(2)serious interactions, where an alternative is best---there are none of these
(3)significant interactions (where you need to monitor)--- activated charcoal
(4)minor interactions-----isosorbide dinitrate or mononitrate, nitroglycerin (different formats)
Side effects----(1) bronchoconstriction (tight airways)-- asthamatic patients should be monitored
(2)drowsiness
(3)fever
(4)increased production of mucus
(5)nausea, vomiting
(6)runny nose
(7)blood on coughing
Most side effects of medication do not occur in the majority of persons using the medication.It is possible that you may use it with no or minimal problems
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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