Qystein 1000mg Injection
 
MANUFACTURER/ MARKETER
Questus Pharma
 
SALT COMPOSITION
Acetylcysteine Inj BP 1000mg/5Ml
 
STORAGE
Store below 30°C

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Qystein 1000mg Injection is an antidote medication. It is used in the treatment of paracetamol overdose (when you may have taken too much paracetamol medicine). It protects your liver and helps to reduce the extent of the injury.

Qystein 1000mg Injection is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor. It must be injected within 8 hours of a paracetamol overdose. It can be given up to 24 hours, but the medicine’s effectiveness slows down when given after 24 hours of the overdose. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Always follow your doctor's advice while taking this medicine.

The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, urticaria, flushing, and itching. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you suffer from asthma, as close monitoring is required while taking this medicine. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking, as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding

USES OF QYSTEIN INJECTION

·         Treatment of Paracetamol toxicity

BENEFITS OF QYSTEIN INJECTION

In Treatment of Paracetamol toxicity

Qystein 1000mg Injection is an antidote medicine that prevents serious side effects if a person has taken more than the normal or recommended amount of a medicine called paracetamol. Paracetamol overdose may cause serious liver damage, which may even lead to liver failure. Rarely, an excessive overdose may lead to a coma. Qystein 1000mg Injection is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the most benefit from this medication.

SIDE EFFECTS OF QYSTEIN INJECTION

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Qystein

·         Rash

·         Red spots or bumps

·         Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)

HOW TO USE QYSTEIN INJECTION

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

HOW QYSTEIN INJECTION WORKS

Qystein 1000mg Injection is an antidote for paracetamol poisoning. It works by increasing the level of glutathione, an antioxidant that neutralizes the toxic products of paracetamol. Glutathione helps the liver safely break down and remove harmful substances formed when paracetamol is taken in excessive amounts. If glutathione levels drop too low, these toxic substances can cause severe liver damage. By restoring glutathione, Qystein 1000mg Injection protects liver cells and reduces the risk of serious harm.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Qystein 1000mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Qystein 1000mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

CAUTION

Qystein 1000mg Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Qystein 1000mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Qystein 1000mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Qystein 1000mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Qystein 1000mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Qystein 1000mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.