What is N-acetylcysteine (NAC)?
Antioxidant support; mucus thinning.
At Pharmacy on the Park, N-acetylcysteine is compounded in our pharmacy from a prescription, in the strength and form your prescriber orders.
How does it work?
Replenishes glutathione, the body's main antioxidant, and breaks up thick mucus.
What is it used for?
Antioxidant support; mucus thinning. Your prescriber determines the use, dose and monitoring.
How is it used?
- Cream. Creams are applied to the area your prescriber directs. Metered dispensers such as Topi-CLICK® deliver the same amount each time. Wash your hands after applying.
- Oral liquid. Oral liquids are shaken well and measured with the oral syringe we provide.
- Capsule. Capsules are swallowed by mouth. For pets, a capsule can often be hidden in a small treat if your veterinarian agrees.
Follow the directions on your label. The strength, amount and schedule are set by your prescriber.
Side effects and safety
Commonly reported: Nausea, unpleasant smell. Call your prescriber or us about any reaction that concerns you.
Who should use caution?
People with asthma (inhaled forms) or bleeding disorders. Share your full medical history and medication list with your prescriber.
How should it be stored?
Check your label: some liquids are refrigerated. Shake well before each dose. Always follow the storage directions and beyond-use date on your label, and keep medications out of reach of children and pets.
Why is it compounded?
Compounding lets us prepare N-acetylcysteine in the exact strength your prescriber orders, in forms such as cream, oral liquid, capsule. Flavoring helps pets and people take it more easily. We can also leave out dyes, fillers or allergens when needed.