NEFROSAVE TAB

Overview

NEFROSAVE TAB is a Schedule H drug.

NEFROSAVE TAB is composed of: TAURINE (500 MG), ACETYLCYSTEINE (150 MG)


Acetylcysteine is a drug that breaks down mucus, the substance that lubricates many parts of the body such as the mouth, throat, and lungs.Acetylcysteine inhalation is used to thin the mucus in people with certain lung conditions such as cystic fibrosis, emphysema, bronchitis, pneumonia, or tuberculosis. Acetylcysteine inhalation is also used during surgery or anesthesia, and to prepare the throat or lungs for a medical test.Acetylcysteine is used as mucolytic and paracetamol toxicity. It acts as mucolytic (loosen mucus in airways) when used in oral preparations while when used as injection it treats paracetamol overdose toxicity.It thins and loosens mucus (phlegm) making it easier to cough out. It also works as an antidote in paracetamol poisoning by replenishing the body’s stores of glutathione, a chemical that removes toxic substances.

Usage

ACETYLCYSTEINE is generally used to treat: Cystic Fibrosis, Emphysema, Bronchitis, Pneumonia, Tuberculosis, ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome), Bronchiectasis, Amyloidosis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for NEFROSAVE TAB and its Constituents



  • Do not start or continue the acetyl cysteine if you are allergic to acetyl cysteine.
  • Consult your doctor before starting acetyl cysteine if you have lung diseases like asthma and bronchospasm.
  • Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
  • You should not use acetylcysteine inhalation if you are allergic to it.Follow all directions on your prescription label.
  • Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.Acetylcysteine inhalation solution can be inhaled directly from the nebulizer or with a face mask, mouth piece, tent, or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) machine.
  • Use only the inhaler device provided with your medicine or you may not get the correct dose.
  • Do not place this medicine directly into a heated nebulizer medicine chamber.
  • Do not mix your dose of acetylcysteine inhalation until you are ready to use the medicine.

Symptoms of Overdosage

ACETYLCYSTEINE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

ACETYLCYSTEINE : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Nausea, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Vomit, Fever, Runny Nose, Drowsiness, Throat Soreness

Serious Side-Effects

ACETYLCYSTEINE : Difficulty Breathing, Chest Pain

Technical Classification

ACETYLCYSTEINE is categorized as:
  • ANTIDOTES / MISCELLANEOUS AGENTS
  • MUCOLYTICS / RESPIRATORY INHALANT PRODUCTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

2 Times Daily50%
Morning13%
Afternoon11%
Once Daily8%
Others5%
3 Times Daily5%

How long was it prescribed?

90 Days46%
30 Days31%
7 Days8%
21 Days8%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

35 to 50yrs8%
50 to 60yrs13%
60 to 70yrs33%
70yrs and above46%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females33%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Cardiologist43%
Physician23%
Endocrinologist13%
Oncologist13%
Neurologist3%
Nephrologist3%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

HUMAN MIXTARD21%
ISOLAZINE FC-TAB16%
HUMINSULIN INJ13%
LASIX TAB 40MG13%
ECOSPRIN TAB 75MG13%
AFOGLIP TAB11%
ULTRACET TAB11%
DYTOR TAB 10MG11%
SHELCAL 500MG TAB11%
FEBUTAZ 40MG TAB11%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

CBC (HEMATOLOGY)13%

Available Alternatives for NEFROSAVE TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

NEFROFAST TABINR 85 for 10 TABLETSTAURINE 500 MG, ACETYLCYSTEINE 150 MG
NEFROSAVE TABINR 50 for 10 TABLETSTAURINE 500 MG, ACETYLCYSTEINE 150 MG