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Prophylactic Biological Products
Acetyl Cysteine Injection is a mucoactive agent and antidote for acetaminophen toxicity, produced via chemical acetylation of cysteine. Its molecular formula is C5H9NO3S with CAS number 616-91-1.
Contraindicated in patients with severe asthma or hypersensitivity. Store at controlled room temperature (20°C–25°C) protected from light. Monitor for anaphylactoid reactions during intravenous infusion.