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Introduction About LUMENAC 600MG TABLET

LUMENAC 600MG TABLET contains Acetylcysteine, which belongs to the group of medicines called Mucolytics. It is used in adults to manage acute airway diseases such as bronchitis (inflammation of the mucous membrane in the airways), emphysema, mucoviscidosis (cystic fibrosis), and/or bronchiectasis (chronic widening of the airway passage).

LUMENAC 600MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients allergic to Acetylcysteine. It is also not recommended for use in patients with bronchial asthma. Before taking LUMENAC 600MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have stomach ulcers, liver diseases (such as non-alcoholic fatty acid disease), or chronic kidney disease.

LUMENAC 600MG TABLET should be used with caution by pregnant and breastfeeding women only if it is clearly necessary. This medicine is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years) and is advised to be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 60 years) after consulting your doctor. The most common side effects of taking LUMENAC 600MG TABLET are nausea and vomiting. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsen.

Uses Of LUMENAC 600MG TABLET

Used to manage acute airway diseases such as bronchitis, emphysema, mucoviscidosis, and/or bronchiectasis in adults

How LUMENAC 600MG TABLET Works

LUMENAC 600MG TABLET works by enhancing airway secretions and mucociliary function (a defense mechanism of the lungs that promotes movement and removal of excess mucus), which causes the mucus (phlegm) to become less sticky, resulting in its easy removal through cough, thus managing airway diseases in affected individuals.

How to use LUMENAC 600MG TABLET

Take LUMENAC 600MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight, and disease condition.

Side Effects Of LUMENAC 600MG TABLET

Common

nausea
vomiting

Uncommon

signs of a hypersensitivity reaction
headache
ringing in the ears
inflamed and sore mouth
diarrhoea
fever
low blood pressure
abdominal pain

Rare

signs of bronchospasm (tightening of airways in the lungs), such as shortening of breath or difficulty breathing
impaired indigestion with symptoms of fullness in the upper abdomen, gastric pain, belching, nausea, and heartburn

Stop taking LUMENAC 600MG TABLET and contact your doctor if you experience any of the following side effects:

signs of shock such as a severe drop in blood pressure, paleness, restlessness, weak pulse, clammy skin, and/or decreased consciousness
signs of angioedema (sudden fluid accumulation in the skin and mucous membrane) such as swelling of the lips, throat, or tongue, difficulty breathing, itching, and/or skin rash

How To Manage Side Effects

Diarrhea

Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated. Try to avoid taking any medicine on your own to manage diarrhea. Consult and inform your doctor if the symptom worsens.

Headache

If LUMENAC 600MG TABLET causes headaches, then take rest and drink plenty of fluids. Try to avoid drinking alcohol. Ask your doctor to recommend a painkiller. Headaches should usually go away after the first week of taking LUMENAC 600MG TABLET. If it lasts more than a week or becomes severe, then consult and inform your doctor.

Nausea And Vomiting

Try to take LUMENAC 600MG TABLET with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food. Avoid drinking coffee, alcohol, or smoking. Consult your doctor if the symptom gets worse.

Warning & Precautions

Pregnancy

Monitoring required

LUMENAC 600MG TABLET should be used with caution by pregnant women only if it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Breastfeeding

Monitoring required

LUMENAC 600MG TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women only if it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor about taking the medicine.

Driving and Using Machines

Use with Caution

LUMENAC 600MG TABLET is not likely to affect your ability to drive or use machines. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Kidney

Use with Caution

LUMENAC 600MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with chronic kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Liver

Use with Caution

LUMENAC 600MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases such as non-alcoholic fatty acid disease. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Allergy

Contraindicated

LUMENAC 600MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients allergic to acetylcysteine, or any other ingredients of this medicine. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Lungs

Contraindicated

LUMENAC 600MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with lung diseases such as bronchial asthma. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Use In Pediatrics

Contraindicated

LUMENAC 600MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years). Consult your doctor before administering the medicine to the child.

Use In Geriatrics

Use with Caution

LUMENAC 600MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 60 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Others

Before taking LUMENAC 600MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you:

have had ulcers in your stomach

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug Interactions:

Before taking LUMENAC 600MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:

cough suppressants (medicines used to suppress cough reflex) Ex. benzonatate
nitro-glycerine (a medicine used to manage angina pectoris)
activated charcoal (a medicine used to manage poisoning)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of LUMENAC 600MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdosage are nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Acetylcysteine
Pharmacological Category	:	Mucolytics
Therapeutic Indication	:	Acute airway diseases
Dosage Forms	:	Capsule, Tablet, Effervescent Tablet, Injection, Granules, Injection, Solution, Syrup

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Storage

Keep LUMENAC 600MG TABLET out of reach of children
Store LUMENAC 600MG TABLET below 25°C

FAQs About LUMENAC 600MG TABLET

Q: What LUMENAC 600MG TABLET is used for?

A: LUMENAC 600MG TABLET is used in adults as a mucolytic (phlegm loosening medicine) to manage airway diseases such as bronchitis, emphysema, mucoviscidosis (cystic fibrosis), and bronchiectasis.

Q: What happens if you take more LUMENAC 600MG TABLET than your required dose?

A: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of LUMENAC 600MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdosage are nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Q: Is it safe to use LUMENAC 600MG TABLET on pregnant and breastfeeding women?

A: LUMENAC 600MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women and breastfeeding women only if it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Q: How does LUMENAC 600MG TABLET work?

A: LUMENAC 600MG TABLET works by enhancing airway secretions and mucociliary function (a defense mechanism of the lungs that promotes movement and removal of excess mucus), which causes the mucus (phlegm) to become less sticky, resulting in its easy removal through cough, thus managing airway diseases in affected individuals.

Q: What precautions must be taken while using LUMENAC 600MG TABLET?

A: Before taking LUMENAC 600MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease, or have had ulcers in your stomach.

References

1. Laurence Brunton. Pulmonary Pharmacology. Goodman and Gillman’s The Pharmacological Basics of Therapeutics. Twelfth Edition. 2011. Page-1057.

2. Micaely Cristina dos Santos Tenório, Nayara Gomes Graciliano, Fabiana Andréa Moura, Alane Cabral Menezes de Oliveira, Marília Oliveira Fonseca Goulart. N-Acetylcysteine (NAC): Impacts on Human Health. NIH National Library of Medicine. National Center for Biotechnology Information. PMC PubMed Central. June 2021. [Accessed on 14th February 2024] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8234027/

3. Manouchehr Khoshbaten, Akbar Aliasgarzadeh, Koorosh Masnadi, Mohammad K Tarzamani, Sara Farhang, Hosain Babaei, Javad Kiani, Maryam Zaare, Farzad Najafipoor. N-Acetylcysteine Improves Liver Function in Patients with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. NIH National Library of Medicine. National Center for Biotechnology Information. PMC PubMed Central. March 2010. [Accessed on 14th February 2024] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3270338/

4. Minyuan Ye, Weiyuan Lin,1 Jing Zheng, Shaopeng Lin. N-acetylcysteine for chronic kidney disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis. NIH National Library of Medicine. National Center for Biotechnology Information. PMC PubMed Central. April 2021. [Accessed on 14th February 2024] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8129408/

5. Mark F. McCarty and James J. DiNicolantonio. An increased need for dietary cysteine in support of glutathione synthesis may underlie the increased risk for mortality associated with low protein intake in the elderly. NIH National Library of Medicine. National Center for Biotechnology Information. PMC PubMed Central. October 2015. [Accessed on 14th February 2024] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8129408/

6. Elara Pharmaceuticals Limited. Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC). [Revised in January 2022] [Accessed on 14th February 2024] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.8576.pdf

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Author Details

Written By Dr. Janet.C - Pharm.D

Reviewed For Accuracy By Dr. Rajnikant - MBBS, MD (Physiology)

Last updated on 08 Aug 2024 | 12:06 PM(IST)

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