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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
3 patients in the community are taking or have taken NAC (N-acetyl cysteine).
| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Fatigue | 1 | 33% |
| disease-related symptoms | 1 | 33% |
| Slow my MS progress | 1 | 33% |
