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NACTINE 600 TABLET contains Acetyl Cysteine which belongs to the group of medicines called Mucolytics. It is used in adults to manage acute airway diseases such as bronchitis (inflammation of mucous membrane in airways), emphysema, mucoviscidosis (cystic fibrosis), and/or bronchiectasis (chronic widening of airway passage).
NACTINE 600 TABLET is not recommended for use in patients allergic to Acetylcysteine. It is also not recommended for use in patients with bronchial asthma.
Before taking NACTINE 600 TABLET, inform your doctor if you have stomach ulcers, liver diseases (such as non-alcoholic fatty acid disease), and chronic kidney disease.
NACTINE 600 TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women only if it is clearly necessary. The medicine is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years) and advised to be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 60 years) after consulting your doctor.
The most common side effects of taking NACTINE 600 TABLET are nausea and vomiting. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsens.
Uses Of NACTINE 600 TABLET
- Manage acute airway diseases such as bronchitis, emphysema, mucoviscidosis, and/or bronchiectasis in adults
How NACTINE 600 TABLET Works
NACTINE 600 TABLET works by enhancing airway secretions and mucociliary function (a defence mechanism of lungs that promote movement and removal of excess mucus) which causes the mucus (phlegm) to become less sticky resulting in its easy removal through cough thus managing airway diseases in affected individuals.
How to use NACTINE 600 TABLET
Take NACTINE 600 TABLET as advised by your physician. Dissolve the medicine in half a glass of water and drink the solution immediately. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects Of NACTINE 600 TABLET
Common
- nausea
- vomiting
Uncommon
- signs of hypersensitivity reaction (immune response to an allergen or antigen) such as shortness of breath, tightness of chest, cough, itching, rashes, and pounding heartrate
- headache
- ringing in the ears
- inflamed and sore mouth
- diarrhoea
- fever
- low blood pressure
- abdominal pain
Rare
- signs of bronchospasm (tightening of airways in lungs) such as shortening of breath
- shortness of breath or breathlessness, difficulty breathing
- impaired indigestion with symptoms of fullness in upper abdomen, gastric pain, belching, nausea and heartburn
Stop taking NACTINE 600 TABLET and contact your doctor if you experience any of the following side effects:
- signs of shock such as severe drop in blood pressure, paleness, restlessness, weak pulse, clammy skin, and/or decreased consciousness
- signs of angioedema (sudden fluid accumulation in the skin and mucous membrane) such as swelling of the lips, throat or tongue, difficulty while breathing, itching, and/or skin rash
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
NACTINE 600 TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women only if it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking it.
Breastfeeding
NACTINE 600 TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women only if it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor taking it.
Driving and Using Machines
NACTINE 600 TABLET is not likely to affect your abilities to drive or use machines. Consult your doctor before taking it.
Kidney
NACTINE 600 TABLET should be used with caution in patients with chronic kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Liver
NACTINE 600 TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases such non-alcoholic fatty acid disease. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Allergy
NACTINE 600 TABLET is not recommended for use in patients allergic to acetylcysteine, or any other ingredients of this medicine. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Lungs
NACTINE 600 TABLET is not recommended to be use in patients with lung diseases such as bronchial asthma. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Others
Before taking NACTINE 600 TABLET, inform your doctor if you:
- have or had ulcers in stomach
Use in Paediatrics:
NACTINE 600 TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years). Consult your doctor before administering the medicine to the child.
Use in Geriatrics:
NACTINE 600 TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 60 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Interactions
A. Drug-Drug Interactions:
Before taking NACTINE 600 TABLET, inform your doctor, if you are taking any of the following medicine:
- cough suppressants (medicines used to suppress cough reflex) Ex. benzonatate
- nitro-glycerine (a medicine used to manage angina pectoris)
- activated charcoal (a medicine used to manage traveller’s diarrhoea)
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of NACTINE 600 TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdosage are nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea.
Synopsis
| Drug | : | Acetyl Cysteine |
| Pharmacological Category | : | Mucolytics |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Acute airway diseases (such as bronchitis, emphysema mucoviscidosis, and/or bronchiectasis) |
| Dosage Forms | : | Capsule, Tablet, Effervescent Tablet, Injection |
More Information
- Keep NACTINE 600 TABLET out of reach in children
- Do not store NACTINE 600 TABLET above 25°C
FAQs About NACTINE 600 TABLET
Q. What NACTINE 600 TABLET is used for?
A. NACTINE 600 TABLET is used in adults as a mucolytic (phlegm loosening medicine) to manage airway diseases such as bronchitis, emphysema, mucoviscidosis (cystic fibrosis), and bronchiectasis.
Q. What happens if you take more NACTINE 600 TABLET than your required dose?
A. If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of NACTINE 600 TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdosage are nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea.
Q. Is it safe to use NACTINE 600 TABLET in pregnant and breastfeeding women?
A. NACTINE 600 TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women and breastfeeding women only if it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Q. How NACTINE 600 TABLET works?
A. NACTINE 600 TABLET works by enhancing airway secretions and mucociliary function (a defence mechanism of lungs that promote movement and removal of excess mucus) which causes the mucus (phlegm) to become less sticky resulting in its easy removal through cough thus managing airway diseases in affected individuals.
Q. What is method of taking NACTINE 600 TABLET?
A. Take NACTINE 600 TABLET as advised by your physician. Dissolve the medicine in half a glass of water and drink the solution immediately. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
References
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