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Mutastyl drug is used to treat mucus, clear mucus when opening the trachea. So how to use Mutastyl? What precautions should be taken when using this drug? Let's find out the necessary information about the drug Mutastyl through the article below.
1. What is Mutastyl?
Drug name: Mutastyl Active ingredient: Acetylcysteine 200 mg Concentration, content: 200 mg Registration number: VD-18635-13 Packing: Box of 10 blisters x 10 tablets Manufacturer: Pharmaceutical Joint Stock Company Central Products 2 Distributor: CPDP Company TW2
2. Uses of Mutastyl
Indications
Mucus removal in mucoviscidosis (pancreatic cystic fibrosis) Respiratory pathology with viscous sputum as in acute and chronic bronchitis, and routine clearing in tracheostomy. Usage - Dosage Mutastyl
Dosage:
Adults and children over 6 years old: 1 pack/time, 3 times a day. Children 2 - 6 years old: 1 pack/time, 2 times a day. Usage: The drug is taken orally.
Missed dose, overdose and management
Missed dose:
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the scheduled time. Note that double the prescribed dose should not be taken. Overdose:
In case of emergency, call 911 immediately or go to the nearest local Health station. Also, keep a record and bring a list of all the medications you take, including prescription and over-the-counter drugs.
3. Side effects of the drug Mutastyl
Common, ADR > 1/100:
Nausea, vomiting. Uncommon,1/1000
Bronchospasm with systemic anaphylactoid reactions. Fever, chills.
4. Notes when using Mutastyl
Contraindications
History of asthma (risk of bronchospasm with all forms of acetylcysteine). Hypersensitivity to acetylcysteine. Children under 2 years old. Notes/ Cautions
Must closely monitor patients at risk of asthma when using acetylcysteine for people with a history of allergies; If bronchospasm is present, a bronchodilator nebulizer such as salbutamol (a short-acting, selective beta-2 adrenergic agent) or ipratropium (an antimuscarinic agent) must be used and acetylcysteine should be discontinued immediately. During treatment with acetylcysteine, a large amount of thin sputum may appear in the bronchi, which must be aspirated to remove if the patient's ability to cough is reduced. Need to read the instructions carefully before using the drug
Note taking Mutastyl while pregnant
Before taking the medicine, always consult your doctor or pharmacist to weigh the benefits and risks of taking the drug while pregnant pregnancy
Note taking Mutastyl while breastfeeding
Usually doctors still advise nursing mothers not to take the drug. Therefore, the mother will have to be very careful about taking the drug while breastfeeding. Carefully read the instructions for use the leaflets that come with the medicine box. Pay attention to the sections “Contraindications” and “Use during pregnancy or lactation”.
Note to use Mutastyl for the elderly
Use caution with the elderly because the sensitivity to this drug may be greater than that of normal adults.
5. Drug interactions
What drugs can interact with Mutastyl?
Drug interactions can change how the drug works or increase the effect of side effects. Tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and minerals, herbal products, and medicines prescribed by other doctors. Always consult your doctor.
Mutastyl can interact with any food or drink?
Food, alcohol and tobacco can interact with certain drugs. Consult your doctor about taking your medicine with food, alcohol and tobacco.
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