acetylcysteine /-sis″tēn/ , a mucolytic and acetaminophen antidote. ▪ INDICATIONS: It is prescribed in nebulized or oral form for the treatment of chronic pulmonary disease, acute bronchopulmonary disease, atelectasis resulting from mucous obstruction, and acetaminophen poisoning. ▪ CONTRAINDICATIONS: Known sensitivity to this drug prohibits its use. ▪ ADVERSE EFFECTS: Among the most serious adverse reactions are stomatitis, nausea, rhinorrhea, and bronchospasm.
