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  3. Swiss Nac 200mg Injection

Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
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Swiss Nac 200mg Injection, Pack of 1 Injection
Swiss Nac 200mg Injection, Pack of 1 Injection
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Composition :

ACETYLCYSTEINE-200MG

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

ANTIDOTES

Country of origin

India
Other Info - SW69144

Author Details

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Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Santoshini Reddy GDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Aug 20, 2024 | 1:14 PM IST

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FAQs

Swiss Nac 200mg Injection works by restoring the body’s glutathione, a chemical that eliminates toxic substances. Thus, it helps in the treatment of Paracetamol overdose.

You are recommended to inform your doctor or dentist that you have been treated with Swiss Nac 200mg Injection if you are due to undergo any surgery or dental procedure because it may alter the effects of certain medicines that are used during anaesthesia.

Swiss Nac 200mg Injection may interfere with reagent dipstick tests for urinary ketones giving false positive results. Therefore, if you are about to undergo any laboratory tests, inform your doctor or lab technician that you are taking Swiss Nac 200mg Injection.

Swiss Nac 200mg Injection may cause allergic reactions in some people. It is not necessary for everyone taking Swiss Nac 200mg Injection to have allergic reactions. However, if you notice a skin rash, itching, flushing, difficulty breathing or swelling of the face, inform your doctor immediately.

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Alcohol

Caution

Interaction of alcohol with Swiss Nac 200mg Injection is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Swiss Nac 200mg Injection.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Swiss Nac 200mg Injection is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Swiss Nac 200mg Injection is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks the benefits are greater than the risks.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Swiss Nac 200mg Injection usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Swiss Nac 200mg Injection should be used with caution if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor will decide to administer Swiss Nac 200mg Injection if the benefits are greater than the risks.

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Kidney

Caution

Swiss Nac 200mg Injection should be used with caution if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. Your doctor will decide to administer Swiss Nac 200mg Injection if the benefits are greater than the risks.

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Children

Caution

Swiss Nac 200mg Injection is given to children in doses advised by a doctor based on child’s age and weight.

Product Substitutes

Reference

  1. https://www.nps.org.au/assets/medicines/b05f36a6-39c8-422c-99be-a53300ff3bcf.pdf
  2. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2006/021539s004lbl.pdf
  3. https://www.medsafe.govt.nz/Profs/Datasheet/a/Acetylcysteineinj.pdf
  4. https://www.drugs.com/cdi/acetylcysteine-injection.html
  5. https://www.drugs.com/pro/acetylcysteine-injection.html

About Swiss Nac 200mg Injection

Swiss Nac 200mg Injection belongs to a class of drugs called antidotes used to treat Paracetamol (acetaminophen) overdose and prevent liver injury. Paracetamol overdose may occur when the person takes more than 8 Paracetamol tablets in 24 hours accidentally or when intended to cause self-harm. If it is not treated promptly with an antidote, significant overdose can lead to liver failure.

Swiss Nac 200mg Injection contains Acetylcysteine that works by restoring the levels of glutathione, a chemical that eliminates toxic substances.

Swiss Nac 200mg Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Some people may experience inflammation and pain at the injection site, nausea, vomiting, fever, excessive shivering, sweating, bruising, or bleeding more easily than normal. Most of these side effects of Swiss Nac 200mg Injection do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. 

If you are allergic to Swiss Nac 200mg Injection or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Swiss Nac 200mg Injection is given to children in doses advised by a doctor based on the child’s age and weight. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Swiss Nac 200mg Injection. If you are about to undergo any surgery, inform the anaesthetist or surgeon that you are being treated with Swiss Nac 200mg Injection.

Uses of Swiss Nac 200mg Injection

Paracetamol overdose

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Medicinal Benefits

Swiss Nac 200mg Injection is an antidote for Paracetamol (acetaminophen) overdose. It works by restoring the body’s glutathione, a chemical that eliminates toxic substances. Also, it protects the liver from damage caused due to high levels of paracetamol. Swiss Nac 200mg Injection is very effective when given within 10 hours of paracetamol overdose.

Directions for Use

Swiss Nac 200mg Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Side Effects of Swiss Nac 200mg Injection

  • Inflammation and pain at the injection site
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Fever
  • Excessive shivering
  • Sweating
  • Bruising or bleeding more easily than normal

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Swiss Nac 200mg Injection or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Swiss Nac 200mg Injection is given to children in doses advised by a doctor based on the child’s age and weight. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Swiss Nac 200mg Injection. If you are about to undergo any surgery, inform the anaesthetist or surgeon/dentist that you are being treated with Swiss Nac 200mg Injection. If you have a history of stomach ulcers or have asthma, inform your doctor before taking Swiss Nac 200mg Injection.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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ACETYLCYSTEINE-200MGHepatic failure, not elsewhere classified
Severe
ACETYLCYSTEINE-200MGAsthma
Moderate

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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ACETYLCYSTEINE-200MGHepatic failure, not elsewhere classified
Severe
How does the disease interact with Swiss Nac 200mg Injection:
For individuals who have encephalopathy brought on by hepatic failure, the use of Swiss Nac 200mg Injection should be stopped in order to prevent further nitrogenous material ingestion.

How to manage the interaction:
Swiss Nac 200mg Injection should be discontinued in patients with encephalopathy (permanent or temporary brain damage) due to liver failure.
ACETYLCYSTEINE-200MGAsthma
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Swiss Nac 200mg Injection:
When treating asthmatic patients or situations where bronchospasm has occurred in the past, Swiss Nac 200mg Injection should be administered cautiously. When starting and continuing Swiss Nac 200mg Injection medication, patients with asthma should be closely monitored.

How to manage the interaction:
Swiss Nac 200mg Injection should be used with caution in asthma patients or where there is a history of bronchospasm (tightening of muscles lining airways). Asthma patients should be closely monitored during the initiation of and throughout Swiss Nac 200mg Injection therapy.
ACETYLCYSTEINE-200MGOther disorders of fluid, electrolyte and acid-base balance
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Swiss Nac 200mg Injection:
Swiss Nac 200mg Injection administered intravenously may lead to fluid overload, which may result in hyponatremia, seizures, and even death.

How to manage the interaction:
To avoid fluid overload, a diluted dose is recommended, especially in patients less than 40 kg and those requiring fluid restrictions.
ACETYLCYSTEINE-200MGOther diseases of digestive system
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Swiss Nac 200mg Injection:
Swiss Nac 200mg Injection use may make vomiting worse. The risk of gastrointestinal haemorrhage should be assessed in patients with peptic ulcer disease.

How to manage the interaction:
Patients with peptic ulcer disease should be evaluated for the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. In case of gastric haemorrhage, Swiss Nac 200mg Injection is advised if your doctor considers benefit for you is greater than risk.

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

Swiss Nac 200mg Injection may give a false positive result with reagent dipstick tests for urinary ketones. Therefore, inform the lab technician that you are taking Swiss Nac 200mg Injection before undergoing any laboratory tests. 

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do not take more than the Paracetamol dose mentioned on the label or prescribed by the doctor. 
  • Avoid giving Paracetamol to your child unless it is necessary for their fever or pain. 
  • For children below 2 years, use Paracetamol only in the dose advised by the doctor based on the child’s body weight.
  • Limit or avoid alcohol consumption.

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