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Acetylcysteine
Mucomyst, ACC
Drug Class
Routes
POIVNebulization
Indications
Acetaminophen toxicity (antidote)MucolyticRespiratory mucus clearance
Species with Acetylcysteine dosing data (7 dose rules)
Evidence levels across 7 dose rules
Moderate×1Strong×2Weak×4
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Backed by 2 published primary sources
- · Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed
- · Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed
Sample dosing (2 of 7 cited rules)
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dog (Domestic) | IV | 140 mg/kg | IV loading, then 70 mg/kg q4h x 17 doses | Strong | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed |
| Cat (Domestic) | IV | 140 mg/kg | IV loading, then 70 mg/kg q4h | Strong | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed |
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