According to the instructions, “ACC” is a drug that is characterized by a fairly pronounced expectorant effect, and also promotes liquefaction and discharge of sputum. This is one of the most famous drugs used to treat colds that occur with the accumulation of sputum.
This medicine is intended for the treatment of people of different ages, and for greater ease of use, it is available in several different dosage forms. This provides him with high popularity and makes it the most popular remedy for the treatment of colds.
Drug feature
The drug “ACC” is intended for thinning viscous sputum, which accumulates in the respiratory tract during the course of inflammatory diseases. It not only dilutes sputum very well, but also contributes to a better excretion of it from the bronchi.
In addition to accelerating the excretion of bronchial mucus, the drug also has pneumoprotective and antioxidant properties, reduces inflammation, and also protects cells from the aggressive effects of free radicals. Additionally, the medicine is used as an antidote, as it helps to remove toxic substances from the body. That is why it is often prescribed for acute poisoning with phenols, aldehydes.
The composition of the drug and the form of release
The drug “ACC” is available in a variety of dosage forms, namely:
- effervescent tablets 100 mg, 200 mg, 600 mg;
- granules;
- powder;
- syrup.
Effervescent tablets are available in various concentrations of the active ingredient. They include acetylcysteine ​​and additional components. Tablets “ATSTS 100 mg” are intended for therapy for children, and the drug with the highest concentration of active substance - “ATSTS Long 600 mg” - is intended for adults. After the drug is completely dissolved in water, a clear, colorless solution with a blackberry smell is obtained. Tablets are packaged in 20 pcs. in plastic or aluminum tubes.
Granules or powder of the “ACC” preparation are intended for preparing a hot drink or syrup. One sachet of the drug may contain 100, 200 or 600 mg of the main active ingredient. The finished product may have a lemon, orange or honey smell and taste. Each individual bag contains 3 g of powder. The drug with the lowest concentration of acetylcysteine ​​refers to the infant form of release. Each pack of medicine contains 20 sachets.
Syrup "ACC" is intended for the treatment of children from birth to 2 years. However, this does not mean at all that this form of the drug cannot be used for the treatment of colds in adults. A syrup is a colorless, thick, somewhat viscous substance with a cherry flavor and a sweetish aftertaste. It is available in 100 ml bottles, and a syringe and a measuring cup are also included in the kit.
Drug action
According to the available instructions for the use of powder or tablets “ACC”, their effect lasts for six to seven hours. The drug “ATSTS Long” has a longer duration, and this period is approximately twelve hours.
The principle of action of this medicine is very simple. The main active substance almost immediately affects the mucous membrane. This makes it possible to slightly increase the productivity of sputum.
It is worth considering that when taking this drug, you must definitely consume a lot of water. An adult needs to drink at least 2.5 liters of pure water. Only in this case, the medicine is able to prove itself in full force.
Indications for use
According to the instructions of the “ACC”, the most important effect of this drug is mucolytic. This means that the active substance allows you to change the viscosity of sputum, which accumulates in the respiratory tract. As a result of this, it becomes less liquid and more viscous, and also slightly increases in volume. This allows sputum to more easily detach from the walls of the bronchi and to cough up.
In addition, it is worth noting that, unlike any other remedy, this drug copes well with absolutely any type of sputum. The medication, among other things, has a very good antioxidant effect. Due to this, when conducting therapy with such a medicine, the patient's well-being quickly improves. With ARVI, signs of intoxication become less pronounced, and the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract recover faster. Also shown is the use of “ACC” for drug poisoning as an antidote. This can occur if the dosage of Paracetamol is exceeded. The use of the drug is indicated for many diseases accompanied by cough, in particular such as:
- tracheitis;
- cystic fibrosis;
- bronchitis;
- laryngitis;
- bronchial asthma;
- sinus inflammation.
The medicine is very useful for the treatment of pneumonia, bronchitis, as well as many other bronchopulmonary diseases associated with a significant difficulty in the discharge of accumulated sputum. It is used in the treatment of exudative otitis media and sinusitis. The medicine helps to very quickly clear the nasal passages from an existing infection.
It is not life threatening and that is why it is also used in pediatrics. The drug “ACC” is prescribed for children suffering from cystic fibrosis from the very first days of life. In the presence of this genetic disease, the drug can be taken for several months.
Features of use during pregnancy
According to the instructions, “ACC” during pregnancy can be used only in exceptional cases under the supervision of a doctor.
The use of this drug during lactation is impossible, therefore, it is necessary to completely abandon breastfeeding throughout the entire treatment period until the active substance is removed from the body.
Drug dosage
As stated in the instructions for use, effervescent tablets "ACC" are prescribed for the treatment of infectious and viral diseases of the respiratory tract. Children over 14 years of age and adults are prescribed the drug twice a day. Children 6-14 years of age are shown to use one tablet at a dosage of 100 mg three times a day. According to the instructions of the “ACC”, for children 2-5 years old, doctors prescribe 1 tablet of medicine per day.
When treating cystic fibrosis, children 6 years of age and older require two tablets of a dosage of 100 mg. In the case of the treatment of colds, the course of treatment with this agent should be limited to 1 week. If chronic bronchitis is being treated, the course of therapy is mainly extended by the attending physician.
According to the instructions, “ACC” for children is taken after eating. Effervescent tablets must first be dissolved in water and the prepared treatment solution should be drunk immediately. The powder dissolves quickly, since the granules interact almost immediately with water.
The instructions for the use of "ACC" for children in the form of syrup states that it is quite possible to use it for the treatment of many colds. The drug has a fairly pleasant aftertaste and aroma. The kit includes a bottle of dark glass with medicine, as well as a measuring cup, which allows you to very quickly measure the required amount of syrup. According to the instructions for the use of "ACC" for children in the form of a syrup, this product has exactly the same good result as the drug in tablet form.
For children of 6 years and adults, it is worth using this tool two to three times a day, 10 ml each. For a child 2-6 years old, taking the drug twice a day for 5 ml is required. According to the instructions of the “ACC”, for children under two years of age, 2 ml syrup is prescribed twice a day.
Many parents wonder how to properly use the included syringe. The instructions for use of the "ACC" in the form of a syrup states that:
- initially you need to remove the cap from the bottle;
- remove the plug from the syringe and insert it into the neck of the bottle;
- slowly dial the required amount of the drug;
- pour the medicine into a spoon and give the child.
With short-term colds, the duration of medication is 5-7 days. With the occurrence of cystic fibrosis and chronic bronchitis, the drug requires longer use to prevent the occurrence of a relapse of an infectious disease.
As stated in the instructions for use of the “ACC”, effervescent tablets are recommended to be dissolved in a sufficiently large amount of liquid, as this helps increase its effectiveness and enhances the mucolytic and expectorant effect. Children 2-5 years old per day can be taken no more than 200-300 mg. For patients 6-14 years old, the maximum daily dosage should not be more than 300-400 mg of the main active substance.
The instructions for use of “ATS 600 mg” say that this drug is prescribed only for adult patients, and you can take only 1 tablet of the drug per day, after dissolving it in water. The effect of admission is felt literally on the same day, and recovery occurs after 3 days of treatment.
The medicine in the form of granules must be dissolved in 100 or 200 ml of water, natural juice or iced tea before taking. According to the instructions of “ACC”, the powder is intended for the preparation of a therapeutic hot solution. Before taking the medicine, you must first dissolve it in 200 ml of boiling water, mix well and drink it hot.
Contraindications
According to the instructions for use, “ACC” has several contraindications, which should include such as:
- pregnancy;
- hemoptysis;
- pulmonary hemorrhage;
- peptic ulcer;
- breast-feeding.
According to the instructions, “ATSTS 600 mg” effervescent tablets are not recommended for children under 14 years of age. With extreme caution, this medicine is prescribed to patients with varicose veins of the esophagus, bronchial asthma, and adrenal diseases.
Side effects
As stated in the instructions for the use of tablets “ATSTS”, the medicine is very well tolerated by the body, however, in some cases of its administration, side effects may occur, in particular such as:
- headache, dizziness, and tinnitus;
- indigestion, pain in the abdomen, nausea, heartburn;
- allergy;
- sharp drop in pressure, tachycardia.
In some cases, pulmonary hemorrhage or the development of bronchospasm may be a response to sensitivity to the main component of the drug. If you carefully follow the instructions for the "ACC" (powder, syrup or tablets), then basically the side effects of the drug taken are quite mild and quickly disappear after drug withdrawal. However, if you feel worse, you should immediately stop taking the medicine and inform the doctor who will decide on the possibility of its subsequent use.
Overdose
According to the instructions of the “ACC” (200 mg or other dosage forms), with an overdose of this agent various kinds of digestive disorders can be observed, in particular, such as:
- nausea;
- heartburn;
- pain in the stomach;
- violation of the stool.
If all these signs occur, the medication eliminates unpleasant and dangerous symptoms. Be sure to stop taking the drug when a dry cough turned into a productive wet and sputum began to independently depart. Overuse of the drug can lead to poor sputum excretion.
Interaction with other medicines
According to the instructions, “ACC” effervescent tablets should be taken with an interval of 2 hours during joint antibiotic treatment. Studies have proven the incompatibility of this drug with cephalosporins, semisynthetic penicillins, as well as aminoglycosides.
As stated in the instructions for the use of tablets "ACC", it is not recommended to use them simultaneously with antitussive drugs, as this will lead to suppression of the cough reflex. This means that sputum, which becomes more fluid and increases in volume, cannot be fully removed from the respiratory tract. This provokes her stagnation and a significant deterioration in well-being.
In addition, studies have shown an increase in the vasodilator effect with the combined use of “ACC” with nitroglycerin. Despite the good results of therapy with this drug, it is still not worth using it yourself. It is advisable to consult a doctor before doing this.
special instructions
According to the instructions for the use of “ACC” powder (200 mg or any other dosage), it is recommended to take glassware to dissolve the sachets and carefully avoid contact with various oxidizing substances, oxygen, metal. With the occurrence of bronchial asthma and obstructive bronchitis, this remedy must be taken very carefully, and the patient must always be under the supervision of a doctor.
The mucolytic effect of the drug is somewhat enhanced with the additional intake of a large amount of liquid. As stated in the instructions for use of the "ACC" (200 mg or any other dosage), the drug does not have an inhibitory and inhibitory effect on the nervous system. It does not cause drowsiness, which is why it is quite possible to apply it to people whose activities are associated with driving a car or complex mechanisms.
The instructions for the use of effervescent tablets “ACC” say that this drug is not recommended for children under 2 years of age. Taking any form of the drug is undesirable just before bedtime. It is best that the daily treatment procedures end up to 18 hours.
Analogues of the drug
Among the full analogues of the drug “ATSTs” it is necessary to highlight such drugs as:
- Mukobene;
- "Atsestin";
- "Mukomist."
If there are contraindications to the use of drugs, which include acetylcysteine, then the doctor selects drugs with exactly the same therapeutic effect. It can be such means as:
- "Bromhexine";
- "Bronchosan";
- Ambrobene
- "Lazolvan."
Other agents may also be prescribed that contribute to a much faster sputum discharge. Before using analogues, a doctor’s consultation is required, as they may have various contraindications and side effects.
Drug Reviews
Reviews of patients about the drug are quite positive, as many note that the symptoms of a cold pass literally on the third day from the start of the drug. With its use, sputum very quickly departs, and breathing normalizes.
Many note a very pleasant aftertaste of this drug, which is why children with pleasure take it regardless of age. An ideal option for a child would be to use a medicine in the form of a syrup. This drug is the best assistant for colds. However, some note the formation of various kinds of side effects.
According to experts, in order to obtain the maximum possible result, it is recommended to strictly follow the course of therapy to completely get rid of unpleasant cough and sputum.
This is a very good drug, however, in order to get a good result of the therapy, you must always follow the dosage and course of therapy.