Do mucomyst need to be administered with a bronchodilator or mucomyst?

Also, mucomyst can be taken with albuterol

There were no interactions between albuterol (Mucomyst) and any other medications. This does NOT necessarily mean that there are no interactions. Always consult your healthcare provider.

How should Acetylcysteine also be administered? N-acetylcysteine should only be administered intravenously using Glucose 5% infusion fluid. If Glucose 5 is not available, Sodium Chloride 0.9% may be used. Use an appropriate infusion pump to administer doses.

How do you use a mucomyst with a nebulizer?

Use 3 to 5 mL (mL), of a 20% solution, or 6-10 mL (mL), of a 10% solution in a nebulizer at least three to four times per day. The medication is administered through a tracheostomy, mouthpiece or face mask. You can inhale the 10-20% solution in a tent, croupette or as a heavy mist.

What is mucomyst?

Paracetamol overdose can be treated by increasing levels of glutathione. This antioxidant is able to neutralise toxic paracetamol breakdown products. It acts by decreasing the thickness mucus when inhaled. Acetylcysteine, which was first patented in 1960, was approved for medical use in 1968.