Mucomyst Flashcards
1
Q
Trade
A
Mucomyst, Acetedote
2
Q
Class
A
Antidote
3
Q
Mechanism of Action
A
Replenishes glutathione needed for non-toxic metabolism of acetaminophen
4
Q
Indications
A
Acetaminophen Overdose
5
Q
Contraindications
A
Asthma or bronchospasm history, Upper GI bleeding risk (PO)
6
Q
Adverse Reactions
A
Bronchospasm, Anaphylaxis, N/V, Tachycardia, Flushing, URI symptoms
7
Q
Dose -> Adult/Pediatric
A
150mg/kg over 60 minutes, then 50mg/kg over 4 hours, then 100mg/kg over 16 hours
8
Q
Routes
A
IV, IO, PO
9
Q
Special Considerations
A
Start within 8 hours for maximum benefit
10
Q
Generic
A
n-acetylcystine
