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Acetylcysteine Treatment Report
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Brand Names:
Acetylcyst, N-Acetyl Cysteine
What is Acetylcysteine?
Acetylcysteine is the N-acetyl derivative of the amino acid L-cysteine. Inhaled acetylcysteine is prescribed for mucus-dissolving therapy as an aid in respiratory conditions with excessive and/or thick mucus production.
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Reasons Taken
5 patients in the community are taking or have taken Acetylcysteine.
| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Treat Parkinson's | 3 | 60% |
| Other | 2 | 40% |
Duration
How long current patients have been taking Acetylcysteine or how long patients were taking Acetylcysteine before stopping.
Currently taking Acetylcysteine
Stopped taking Acetylcysteine
| 0-1 month | 1-3 months | 3-6 months | 6 months-1year | 1-2 years | 2 years or more |
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0
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0
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0
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0
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| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other | 1 | 100% |  |