N-Acetylcysteine 600mg Tablets

Each film-coated tablet contains:

• N-Acetylcysteine – 600 mg

Therapeutic Class:
Mucolytic and Antioxidant – Used in the treatment of respiratory conditions with excessive mucus, and as a supportive therapy in acetaminophen (paracetamol) overdose and oxidative stress-related conditions

Justyl 600 Tablets – The N-Acetylcysteine 600mg tablets belong to a class of drugs called “mucolytic agents”. It is generally used to treat respiratory diseases with excessive mucus. It is also used to treat paracetamol (acetaminophen) overdose.

N-Acetylcysteine comes under the category of semi-essential amino acids. The semi-amino acids can be produced in the body via methionine and serine amino acid. Perhaps you can simply say N-Acetylcysteine is the supplement form of cysteine. Also, this supplement is rich in anti-oxidant glutathione and widely used for treating respiratory problems, brain health, and fertility.

Working of N-Acetylcysteine

Justyl 600 Tablets contains N-Acetylcysteine that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nasal passage. Thereby, making it easier to cough out phlegm.

It replenishes glutathione, a key antioxidant that helps detoxify harmful substances in the liver, preventing damage. In lung condition, it breaks down thick mucus by disrupting its structure, making it easier to clear and improving breathing.

Uses of N-Acetylcysteine

N-Acetylcysteine helps in loosening the mucus stuck in the nasal airways. There are different respiratory problems like cystic fibrosis, bronchitis, emphysema, and pneumonia treated by N-Acetylcysteine effervescent.

The detailed uses are as follows-

• Mucolytic Agent: Justyl 600 tablet aids in the breakdown and thinning of mucus in the airways, facilitating coughing, and removal. It is especially beneficial in conditions like chronic bronchitis.
• Respiratory conditions: When mucus production is an issue, such as in asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), it is frequently used to treat the symptoms of respiratory tract infections.
• Easing Cough: Justyl 600 tablet helps ease persistent coughs brought on by an accumulation of mucus by decreasing the viscosity of the mucus.

Directions For Use

• Take acetylcysteine exactly as prescribed by your doctor, regularly at the same time each day.
• Do not stop taking acetylcysteine without doctor’s approval, even if you feel better.
• If you forget to take the medicine, take it as soon as you remember, unless it’s almost time for the next one, then just skip it.

Side Effects of N-Acetylcysteine

• Mild Nausea
• Upset Stomach
• Vomiting
• Blurred Vision
• Confusion
• Difficulty in Breathing or Swallowing
• Dizziness, Faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
• Feeling of warmth
• Fever
• Hives or itching
• Large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
• Rash with or without fever
• Reddening of the skin, especially around the ears
• Unusual tiredness or weakness

Precautions

If you have had an allergy before from this medicine, inform your doctor.

In case you have an existing liver disease, inform your doctor, as it can affect the clearance of this medicine from your body.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, discuss with your doctor on the same.