NAC (N-acetyl cysteine) Treatment Report
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Brand Names:
GNC N-Acetyl Cysteine
See also:
Glutathione
What is NAC (N-acetyl cysteine)?
N-acetyl cysteine (NAC) is an altered form of the amino acid cysteine, which is commonly found in food and synthesized by the body. It is used as a mucolytic, any agent that dissolves thick mucus, to correct abnormally low glutathione levels, and for paracetamol/acetaminophen overdoses.
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Reasons Taken
4 patients in the community are taking or have taken NAC (N-acetyl cysteine).
| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients |
|---|---|---|
| General health | 2 | 50% |
| Other | 1 | 25% |
| Slow my ALS progress | 1 | 25% |
Duration
How long current patients have been taking NAC (N-acetyl cysteine) or how long patients were taking NAC (N-acetyl cysteine) before stopping.
Currently taking NAC (N-acetyl cysteine)
Stopped taking NAC (N-acetyl cysteine)
| 0-1 month | 1-3 months | 3-6 months | 6 months-1year | 1-2 years | 2 years or more |
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| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doctor's advice | 2 | 100% |  |