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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy

About Nacyres 2 Inj

Nacyres 2 Inj belongs to a class of drugs called antidotes used to treat Paracetamol (acetaminophen) overdose and prevent liver injury. Paracetamol overdose may occur when the person takes more than 8 Paracetamol tablets in 24 hours accidentally or when intended to cause self-harm. If it is not treated promptly with an antidote, significant overdose can lead to liver failure.

Nacyres 2 Inj contains Acetylcysteine that works by restoring the levels of glutathione, a chemical that eliminates toxic substances.

Nacyres 2 Inj will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Some people may experience inflammation and pain at the injection site, nausea, vomiting, fever, excessive shivering, sweating, bruising, or bleeding more easily than normal. Most of these side effects of Nacyres 2 Inj do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. 

If you are allergic to Nacyres 2 Inj or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Nacyres 2 Inj is given to children in doses advised by a doctor based on the child’s age and weight. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Nacyres 2 Inj. If you are about to undergo any surgery, inform the anaesthetist or surgeon that you are being treated with Nacyres 2 Inj.

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Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

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Uses of Nacyres 2 Inj

Paracetamol overdose

Medicinal Benefits

Nacyres 2 Inj is an antidote for Paracetamol (acetaminophen) overdose. It works by restoring the body’s glutathione, a chemical that eliminates toxic substances. Also, it protects the liver from damage caused due to high levels of paracetamol. Nacyres 2 Inj is very effective when given within 10 hours of paracetamol overdose.

Side Effects of Nacyres 2 Inj

  • Inflammation and pain at the injection site
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Fever
  • Excessive shivering
  • Sweating
  • Bruising or bleeding more easily than normal

Directions for Use

Nacyres 2 Inj will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Nacyres 2 Inj or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Nacyres 2 Inj is given to children in doses advised by a doctor based on the child’s age and weight. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Nacyres 2 Inj. If you are about to undergo any surgery, inform the anaesthetist or surgeon/dentist that you are being treated with Nacyres 2 Inj. If you have a history of stomach ulcers or have asthma, inform your doctor before taking Nacyres 2 Inj.

Therapeutic Class

ANTIDOTES

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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ACETYLCYSTEINE-200MGHepatic failure, not elsewhere classified
Severe
ACETYLCYSTEINE-200MGAsthma
Moderate

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ACETYLCYSTEINE-200MGHepatic failure, not elsewhere classified
Severe
How does the disease interact with Nacyres 2 Inj:
For individuals who have encephalopathy brought on by hepatic failure, the use of Nacyres 2 Inj should be stopped in order to prevent further nitrogenous material ingestion.

How to manage the interaction:
Nacyres 2 Inj should be discontinued in patients with encephalopathy (permanent or temporary brain damage) due to liver failure.
ACETYLCYSTEINE-200MGAsthma
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Nacyres 2 Inj:
When treating asthmatic patients or situations where bronchospasm has occurred in the past, Nacyres 2 Inj should be administered cautiously. When starting and continuing Nacyres 2 Inj medication, patients with asthma should be closely monitored.

How to manage the interaction:
Nacyres 2 Inj should be used with caution in asthma patients or where there is a history of bronchospasm (tightening of muscles lining airways). Asthma patients should be closely monitored during the initiation of and throughout Nacyres 2 Inj therapy.
ACETYLCYSTEINE-200MGOther disorders of fluid, electrolyte and acid-base balance
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Nacyres 2 Inj:
Nacyres 2 Inj administered intravenously may lead to fluid overload, which may result in hyponatremia, seizures, and even death.

How to manage the interaction:
To avoid fluid overload, a diluted dose is recommended, especially in patients less than 40 kg and those requiring fluid restrictions.
ACETYLCYSTEINE-200MGOther diseases of digestive system
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Nacyres 2 Inj:
Nacyres 2 Inj use may make vomiting worse. The risk of gastrointestinal haemorrhage should be assessed in patients with peptic ulcer disease.

How to manage the interaction:
Patients with peptic ulcer disease should be evaluated for the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. In case of gastric haemorrhage, Nacyres 2 Inj is advised if your doctor considers benefit for you is greater than risk.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do not take more than the Paracetamol dose mentioned on the label or prescribed by the doctor. 
  • Avoid giving Paracetamol to your child unless it is necessary for their fever or pain. 
  • For children below 2 years, use Paracetamol only in the dose advised by the doctor based on the child’s body weight.
  • Limit or avoid alcohol consumption.

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

Nacyres 2 Inj may give a false positive result with reagent dipstick tests for urinary ketones. Therefore, inform the lab technician that you are taking Nacyres 2 Inj before undergoing any laboratory tests. 

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Disease/Condition Glossary

Paracetamol overdose: It may occur when the person takes more than 8 Paracetamol tablets in 24 hours accidentally or when intended to cause self-harm. If it is not treated promptly with an antidote, significant overdose can lead to liver failure. The symptoms of Paracetamol overdose include vomiting and nausea after a few hours of taking an overdose, and after 24 hours, there may be jaundice (yellowing of the whites of skin and eyes) and pain under the ribs on the right side. Also, it may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and loss of appetite.

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