| Mucomyst (U.S.N.L.M.) | |
|---|---|
| Dosing filamentary keratitis |
1 drop qid |
| Chem Specs | Acetylcysteine 10%, 20% |
| Quantities | Rubber stopped vials: 4ml(10%,20%), 10ml(10%,20%), 30ml(10%,20%) |
| Cost | 38.00 / 10%/ 30ml |
| Class | mucolytic |
| Action | Dissolves mucus threads and decreases tear viscosity. |
| Usage | Used off label to treat filamentary keratitis. |
| 2% to 5% solution prepared for topical use with sterile saline or artificial tears. (Direct use of 10% solution is sometimes mentioned in the literature.) |
|
| Contraindications | Hypersensitivity to Mucomyst. |
| Pediatric use | No FDA information available. |
| Pregnancy | Category B. There is no evidence of teratogenicity in animal studies. |
| Prepared by a compounding pharmacist. Stings on instillation and has objectionable smell. |