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Mucolytics
RESPIRATORY SYSTEM: Mucolytics- Acetylcysteine
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Mucolytics | Decrease the viscosity of respiratory secretions by altering the chemical composition of the mucous through the breakdown of chemical bonds. Administered by nebulization. Used to breakdown thick or dry respiratory mucous and treat acetaminophen toxicity |
| Acetylcysteine (Muvomyst) | |
| Dembrexine (Sputolysin) |