Ingredient

Methyl-N,S-Diacetylcysteine

Methyl-N,S-diacetylcysteine is an expectorant that alleviates cough and phlegm.

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MFDS ingredient code M252361

What does it do?

Methyl-N,S-diacetylcysteine is an ingredient in the expectorant class that has mucolytic and secretagogue actions. It is used to help thin and expel thick phlegm in respiratory diseases.

This ingredient breaks the protein bonds in mucus, making it less viscous. This thinned phlegm can be easily expelled from the airways, relieving cough.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Methyl-N,S-diacetylcysteine uniquely breaks down the protein structure within the mucus, lowering its viscosity, unlike other expectorants. This effectively facilitates phlegm expulsion.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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