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Mucomyst (U.S.N.L.M.)
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| Dosing | qid | |
| Chem Specs | Acetylcysteine 10%, 20% | |
| Quantities | Rubber stopped vials: 4ml(10,20%), 10ml(10,20%), 30ml(10,20%) | |
| Cost | 15.00 / 10ml | |
| Class | mucolytic | |
| Action | Dissolves mucus threads and decreases tear viscosity. | |
| Usage | Indicated as adjuvant therapy for abnormal, viscid, or inspissated mucous secretions. Commonly used for filamentary keratitis. |
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| 2% to 5% solution prepared for topical use with sterile saline or artificial tears. (Direct use of 10% solution is sometimes mentioned in the literature.) |
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| Contraindications | Hypersensitivity to Mucomyst. | |
| Pediatric use | No FDA information available. | |
| Pregnancy | Category B | |
| Prepared by a compounding pharmacist. Stings on instillation and has objectionable smell. |
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