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Oxiva

Oxiva tablet

Brand: High-Q

Prescription Prescription Required

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Oxiva tablet is composed of AcetylcysteineL-MethylfolateMecobalamin

Acetylcysteine is used to help thin and loosen mucus in the airways due to certain lung diseases (such as emphysema, bronchitis, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia). This effect helps you to clear the mucus from your lungs so that you can breathe easier. When taken by mouth, acetylcysteine is used to prevent liver damage from acetaminophen overdose.

Introduction

How To Use

  • Inhale acetylcysteine by mouth as directed by the doctor.
  • The solution is usually mixed with another liquid to decrease nausea and vomiting.
  • Drink acetylcysteine within 1 hour of mixing.
  • A slight odor is noticed when first breathing takes place in medication.
  • This odor will quickly go away.
  • If you are using a face mask to breathe in the medication, there may be some stickiness on your face after use.
  • Wash your face with water to remove the stickiness.
  • Use acetylcysteine regularly to get the most benefit from it.
  • Quantity is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.
  • Do not increase your quantity or take this product more often than directed.

Expert Advice

Do not increase the quantity than prescribed by the doctor. If the condition persists or worsens, or if you think you may have a serious medical problem, get medical help right away. Keep acetylcysteine out of the reach of children. Store the acetylcysteine at room temperature. Keep acetylcysteine away from sunlight.

Primary Uses

Oral: Acetaminophene overdosing; Inhalation: Mucolytic

Indications

  • Acetylcysteine is indicated for the treatment of lung diseases.
  • Acetylcysteine is safe and effective in treating and loosening the mucus to clear airways.
  • Acetylcysteine is indicated to prevent liver damage.

Side Effects

Side effects of acetylcysteine include:

 

  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Mouth sores
  • Runny nose
  • Severe stomach/abdominal pain
  • Black stools
  • Vomit that looks like coffee grounds
  • Chest pain/tightness
  • Trouble breathing
  • Rash
  • Itching
  • Severe dizziness.

Warnings

Pregnancy

Pregnant females should consult their doctors before using this medicine.

Lactation

Consult your doctor before taking this medication if you are a nursing female.

Driving

Its use has shown a side effect of severe dizziness; therefore avoid using it before driving.

Liver

Its use has not shown any risk to the liver. Consult your doctor before using acetylcysteine for a better analysis.

Kidney

Its use has not shown any risk to kidneys. Consult your doctor before using acetylcysteine for a better analysis.

Alcohol

The use of alcohol should be limited or avoided while using acetylcysteine.

Precautions

Patients who are allergic to acetylcysteine or any of its components should consult the doctor before taking it. If taking any vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products are taken then consult the doctor before using acetylcysteine. If any sort of swelling is experienced, consult your doctor immediately. Using acetylcysteine, especially in high concentrations, might result in severe stomach or abdominal pain.

Contraindications

  • Acetylcysteine is contraindicated for use in patients with acetylcysteine
  • Acetylcysteine should be used with extreme caution in patients with lung diseases.

FAQS

Indications:

iiThis medication is used for thinning and loosening mucus that may be blocking the airways in certain lung diseases such as emphysema, pneumonia, bronchitis, and cystic fibrosis.

Side Effects:

You may experience the following: • Mouth sores • Runny nose • Slight odor during initial usage

Storage:

Please store this medicine at room temperature (18-25 Celsius) or refrigerate, depending on the type of medicine. Keep medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Please do not flush medicines down the toilet. Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.

Effect on pregnancy and lactation:

Pregnant females can use this medicine after consulting their doctor. The effects of this medicine in lactating females are unknown. Consult your health care provider before use of this medicine.

Administration:

This medicine is mostly inhaled through the nose. Th dose is dependent on the age, condition and its severity. Use it as prescribed by your doctor.

Precautions

The patients with any breathing diseases/ conditions such as asthma must be cautious.

What should I do if I missed a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember unless it is time for your next dose.

Do I need to take a special diet with L-methylfolate?

You can continue your normal diet unless a doctor asks you to take some special precautions.

What will happen if I take too much L-methylfolate?

Taking too much L-methylfolate will not cause any life-threatening symptoms.

At what time of the day should I take L-methylfolate?

This medicine can be taken in the morning or at night, with or without food.

What is the half-life of L-methylfolate?

The mean elimination half-life is approximately 3 hours after 5mg of oral L-methylfolate, administered daily for 7 days.

How long does this medication take to work?

This medication usually works within 48 to 72 hours..

Does this medication make you sleepy?

This medication might make you sleepy eventually making you sleepy at times.

Will I gain weight if I am taking this medication?

This medication will unlikely affect your weight. However, consult your doctor for further advice.

Can I take this medication everyday?

Take this medication as prescribed by your doctor.

Disclaimer

Dawaai's intention is to make sure that it's consumers get information that is accurate, reviewed by an expert and error-free. However, the information mentioned here should not be used as a replacement for the advice of a qualified physician. The information given here is for informational purposes only, which may not cover all possible precautions, side effects, contraindications or drug interactions. Consult your doctor and discuss your queries related to any medicine or disease.

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