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scotin
Unimed Unihealth Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Generic: Acetylcysteine
Safety Advices
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SAFE
Consuming alcohol with scotin does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
scotin is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
scotin is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE
scotin does not usually affect your ability to drive.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
scotin is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of scotin may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
scotin is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of scotin may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of scotin 100mg Tablet
Introduction
scotin is a prescription medicine used for reducing mucous secretion in various lung diseases like bronchitis, asthma and emphysema. It is also used to treat poisoning caused by paracetamol medicine overdose. scotin can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Dissolve the tablet in a glass of water and drink it immediately. You...
... Show moreUses of scotin
- Respiratory disease with excessive mucus
Side effects of scotin
Common
- Fever
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Rash
- Gastrointestinal discomfort
How to use scotin
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. scotin may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How scotin works
scotin is a mucolytic medication. It works by thinning the mucus (phlegm) making it easier to cough out. Thus, it clears the air passages and makes breathing easier. It also has antioxidant action.
What if you forget to take scotin?
If you miss a dose of scotin, please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- You have been prescribed scotin for the treatment of various respiratory conditions associated with excessive mucus production.
- It has a smelly odor. This is normal and does not indicate that the medicine has changed.
- Dissolve the effervescent tablet in half a glass of water. Drink the solution immediately.
- Drink plenty of fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
Brief Description
Indication
Oral As a mucolytic Adult: As effervescent granules or tablets: 200 mg tid. Paracetamol poisoning Adult: After gastric lavage or induction of emesis with ipecac syrup, admin loading dose of 140 mg/kg, followed by maintenance doses of 70 mg/kg every 4 hr for a total of 17 doses. 1st maintenance dose to be given 4 hr after the loading dose. Repeat dose if the patient vomits within 1 hr of admin. Continue therapy until paracetamol levels are not detectable and there is no evidence of hepatotoxicity. Inhalation As a mucolytic Adult: 3-5 ml of a 20% solution or 6-10 ml...
... Show moreAdministration
Drug stability and safety of acetylcysteine when mixed with other drugs in a nebulizer have not been established.
Adult Dose
Asthmatic patients, history of bronchospasm, peptic ulceration. Pregnancy, lactation.
Lactation: Unknown whether agent is excreted in milk; use with caution.
Renal Dose
Acetylcysteine may decrease the viscosity of secretions by splitting of disulphide bonds in mucoproteins. It also promotes the detoxification of an intermediate paracetamol metabolite which is used in the management of paracetamol overdosage.
Contraindication
Oral As a mucolytic Child: As effervescent granules or tablets: 2-7 yr: 200 mg bid; <2 yr: 200 mg daily. Paracetamol poisoning Child: After gastric lavage or induction of emesis with ipecac syrup, admin loading dose of 140 mg/kg, followed by maintenance doses of 70 mg/kg every 4 hr for a total of 17 doses. 1st maintenance dose to be given 4 hr after the loading dose. Repeat dose if the patient vomits within 1 hr of admin. Continue therapy until paracetamol levels are not detectable and there is no evidence of hepatotoxicity. Inhalation As a mucolytic Child: 3-5 ml...
... Show morePrecaution
Tuberculosis, Chronic emphysema, Paracetamol poisoning, Bronchiectasis, Pneumonia, Atelectasis, Cystic fibrosis, Tracheostomy care, during anaesthesia
Pregnancy Category Note
Flushing, fever, stomatitis, nausea, vomiting, rhinorrhoea, bronchospasm, anaphylactoid reactions, rashes. Rarely, blurred vision, bradycardia, syncope, thrombocytopenia, convulsions.
Potentially Fatal: Rarely, respiratory or cardiac arrest.
Interaction
Acetylcysteine is contraindicated in those patients who are sensitive to it.
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