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About Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml
Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml 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.
Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml contains Acetylcysteine that works by restoring the levels of glutathione, a chemical that eliminates toxic substances.
Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml 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 Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml 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 Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml 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 Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml. If you are about to undergo any surgery, inform the anaesthetist or surgeon that you are being treated with Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml.
Uses of Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml
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Medicinal Benefits
Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml 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. Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml is very effective when given within 10 hours of paracetamol overdose.
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If you are allergic to Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml 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 Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml. If you are about to undergo any surgery, inform the anaesthetist or surgeon/dentist that you are being treated with Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml. If you have a history of stomach ulcers or have asthma, inform your doctor before taking Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml.
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Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml works by restoring the body’s glutathione, a chemical that eliminates toxic substances. Thus, it helps in the treatment of Paracetamol overdose.
You are recommended to inform your doctor or dentist that you have been treated with Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml if you are due to undergo any surgery or dental procedure because it may alter the effects of certain medicines that are used during anaesthesia.
Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml may interfere with reagent dipstick tests for urinary ketones giving false positive results. Therefore, if you are about to undergo any laboratory tests, inform your doctor or lab technician that you are taking Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml.
Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml may cause allergic reactions in some people. It is not necessary for everyone taking Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml to have allergic reactions. However, if you notice a skin rash, itching, flushing, difficulty breathing or swelling of the face, inform your doctor immediately.
Special Advise
Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml may give a false positive result with reagent dipstick tests for urinary ketones. Therefore, inform the lab technician that you are taking Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml before undergoing any laboratory tests.
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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Alcohol
Caution
Interaction of alcohol with Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml.
Pregnancy
Caution
Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
Caution
Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks the benefits are greater than the risks.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
Caution
Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml should be used with caution if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor will decide to administer Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml if the benefits are greater than the risks.
Kidney
Caution
Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml should be used with caution if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. Your doctor will decide to administer Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml if the benefits are greater than the risks.
Children
Caution
Qystein 1000 mg Injection 5 ml is given to children in doses advised by a doctor based on child’s age and weight.