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Acetylcysteine

Published by U.S. Food and Drug Administration | U.S. Department of Health & Human Services | Metadata Last Checked: February 18, 2026 | Last Modified: 2025-03-17
Acetylcysteine is a prescription injectable medication given intravenously to treat acetaminophen overdose by replenishing glutathione and reducing liver damage. It also acts as a mucolytic to thin mucus in respiratory conditions. Available as 200 mg/mL solution in single-dose vials. This information was generated using AI and is provided for informational and research purposes only.

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