Acetylcysteine
· Trade Name
Acetadote
· Generic Name
ACETYLCYSTEINE
· Drug Class
Antidote Tylenol poisoning
Toxicology
· How It Works
Medication replenishes stores of glutathione in the liver which facilitates formation of non-toxic metabolism of acetaminophen
· Serious Side Effects
bronchospasm
allergic reactions
· Common Reactions
rash
allergic reactions
nausea
vomiting
tachycardia
flushing
itching
urticaria
Posted on March 5, 2009
