Azain Capsule (Acetylcysteine)

Adult dose

For acute conditions, take 200 mg once, 3 times a day with a small amount of water before meals. For chronic conditions, take 200 mg once, 2 times a day with a small amount of water before meals.

Child dose

For acute conditions, for ages 6 to 14, take 200 mg once, 2 times a day with a small amount of water before meals. For chronic conditions, for ages 6 to 14, take 100 mg once, 3 times a day with a small amount of water before meals.

It is safer for individuals who have had allergic reactions to avoid taking this medication. People with ulcers in the stomach or duodenum should also avoid this medication. Children under 2 years of age should not use this medication. Those with a genetic condition that causes lactose intolerance should not take this medication. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should use this medication only if absolutely necessary. Nursing mothers should be cautious with this medication since it is unclear if it passes into breast milk. If nausea, vomiting, mouth inflammation, heartburn, or diarrhea occur while taking this medication, stop taking it immediately and consult a professional. If allergic symptoms such as hives, itching, rash, headaches, ringing in the ears, or difficulty breathing occur, stop taking and consult a doctor immediately. Rarely, symptoms like rapid heartbeat or increased blood pressure may occur, so caution is needed. When taking this medication with other oral antibiotics, it is advisable to separate doses by at least 2 hours as the effectiveness may be reduced. Avoid mixing this medication with other drugs in a solution. Store in a safe place out of reach of children, and it is important to keep it in its original packaging to maintain quality. If used for inhalation, individuals with bronchial asthma or respiratory function issues should consult a professional before use. Pregnant and nursing women should carefully use this inhalation medication only when necessary. Caution is required for the elderly or children as the safety of this medication has not been fully verified. If bronchospasm or allergic reactions occur after inhalation, stop use immediately and consult a professional. Mild odors, nausea, vomiting, or loss of appetite may occur during inhalation, so report any abnormal symptoms. Monitor closely as bronchial secretions may increase, and appropriate treatment should be received if necessary. Do not mix this medication with other antibiotics during inhalation; it is better to use each separately. This medication is not for injection or eye drops. When using an inhalation device, it should be cleaned thoroughly after use, and care should be taken that the solution does not remain in the device for long. The medication may discolor or precipitate, so it should not be mixed with other medications.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• anaphylaxis
• difficulty breathing
• bronchospasm
• bronchial obstruction

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• stomatitis
• heartburn
• diarrhea
• itching
• rash
• headache
• tinnitus
• tachycardia

Drug interactions

This medication should be taken at least 2 hours apart from oral antibiotics (amoxicillin, cefuroxime, doxycycline, erythromycin, thiamphenicol).

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. The storage temperature should be maintained between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance

<For domestic use, export 1> Capsule containing white powder with upper blue and lower blue colors <For export 2> Capsule containing white powder with upper white and lower blue colors

Package unit

100 capsules/PTP - 100 capsules/PTP [for export], 10 capsules/PTP - 10 capsules/PTP