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Mucaryl, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Drug Overdose. Secondary and off-label uses of Mucaryl have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mucaryl. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Mucaryl also has some side effects, the most common being Hypersensitivity, Stomach Upset. While these are the most often observed Mucaryl side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Mucaryl are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Mucaryl's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Mucaryl's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Mucaryl is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Peptic Ulcer, Heart Failure, Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Mucaryl have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Mucaryl may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Mucaryl is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Mucaryl is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Mucaryl is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Mucaryl safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Mucaryl. It is best to stop taking Mucaryl immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Mucaryl safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Mucaryl. If you see any side effects, stop taking Mucaryl immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Mucaryl again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Mucaryl on the Kidneys?
Using Mucaryl does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Mucaryl on the Liver?
Effects of Mucaryl on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Mucaryl on the Heart?
Mucaryl is completely safe for the heart.
Mucaryl should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mucaryl unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mucaryl habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Mucaryl.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Mucaryl since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Mucaryl is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mucaryl cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Mucaryl
Mucaryl may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mucaryl
Taking alcohol with Mucaryl can be dangerous.
Mucaryl contains acetylcysteine which works as an antidote in case of paracetamol overdose. It is presumed that acetylcysteine reduces the extent of liver damage caused by the toxic levels of paracetamol. It protects the liver by maintaining or restoring the glutathione levels which is an antioxidant also by detoxifying paracetamol metabolite in our body. For excessive mucus (phlegm) in respiratory diseases, Mucaryl works as a mucolytic agent which softens the mucus and reduces its thickness that helps in clearing the air passage. thus providing relief to the patient from excessive mucus.
No, Mucaryl is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Mucaryl causes drowsiness. It is a common side effect of this medicine. However, the exact cause of drowsiness is not known.
Yes, Mucaryl can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Mucaryl along with ibuprofen
No, Mucaryl should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cetylev(acetylcysteine)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 104-106
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