Indications

• PO: Antidote for the management of potentially hepatotoxic overdosage of acetaminophen (should be administered within 24 hours of ingestion)

• IV: Antidote for the management of potentially hepatotoxic overdosage of acetaminophen (should be administered within 8–10 hours of ingestion)

• Inhaln: Mucolytic in the management of conditions associated with thick viscid mucous secretions

Unlabelled Use(s):
Prevention of radiocontrast-induced renal dysfunction (oral)

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