ACC® akut 600

Description

Product Information ACC® akut 600 mg Mucus Relief – Effective Mucus Clearance for Coughs ACC® akut 600 mg Mucus Relief Effervescent Tablets are a proven medicine for thinning thick bronchial mucus in acute respiratory illnesses. The active ingredient acetylcysteine makes it easier to cough up mucus and clears the airways, providing noticeable relief from coughs with mucus production. Quick & Concise * Loosens thick mucus and makes it easier to cough up * Just 1 effervescent tablet daily * For adults and adolescents 14 years of age and older * With a fruity blackberry flavor Active Ingredient & Action * Active ingredient: Acetylcysteine (600 mg per effervescent tablet) * Mechanism of action: Breaks the cross-links in mucus, thinning it and making it easier to cough up Indications To loosen mucus and make it easier to cough up in respiratory illnesses with thick mucus, such as: * Acute bronchitis * Colds with a cough Dosage & Administration * Adults and adolescents 14 years of age and older: 1 effervescent tablet 1 time daily or ½ effervescent tablet 2 times daily (equivalent to 600 mg of acetylcysteine per day) * Directions for use: * Dissolve the effervescent tablet in a glass of water after meals and drink immediately * It is recommended to take the medicine by 16:00 to avoid the urge to cough at night * Duration of use: Do not take for longer than 4–5 days without medical advice Precautions & Contraindications * Do not use in cases of: * Allergy to acetylcysteine or any of the other ingredients * Children under 14 years of age * Use particular caution in cases of: * Bronchial asthma * Stomach or intestinal ulcers * Histamine intolerance * Warning: Contains lactose, sorbitol, and sodium compounds Possible Side Effects * Uncommon: gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea * Rare: skin rash, itching, shortness of breath * Very rare: severe skin reactions (e.g., Stevens-Johnson syndrome) Benefits at a Glance * Rapidly dissolving effervescent tablets with a pleasant taste * Taken just once daily * Well tolerated and effective for stubborn mucus Tips for Use * Drinking enough fluids (at least 2–3 liters daily) supports the mucus-thinning effect * Do not combine with cough suppressants, as this can lead to a dangerous buildup of secretions * Consult a doctor if symptoms persist for longer than 4–5 days Order Now at Apotheker.com Order ACC® akut 600 mg Mucus Relief Effervescent Tablets online now at Apotheker.com and benefit from fast shipping and expert advice! Required Information For information about risks and side effects, read the package leaflet and ask your doctor or pharmacist. Details PZN 00010808 Supplier Hexal AG Package Size 20 St Standard Package Size N1 Dosage Form Effervescent tablets Product Name ACC akut 600 mg Mucus Relief Single-ingredient product yes Active Ingredient Acetylcysteine Prescription Required no Pharmacy-only yes Directions for Use Do not exceed the total dose without consulting a doctor or pharmacist. How should this medicine be taken or used? Drink this medicine after dissolving it or allowing it to disintegrate in water (e.g., a glass of water). How long should this medicine be used? Do not use this medicine for longer than 4-5 days without medical advice. See your doctor if symptoms persist or recur regularly. Overdose? An overdose may cause heartburn, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, among other symptoms. Contact a doctor immediately if you suspect an overdose. Missed a dose? Continue taking your usual dose at the next scheduled time (do not take a double dose). As a general rule, take particular care to ensure correct dosing in infants, young children, and older adults. If in doubt, ask your doctor or pharmacist about any possible effects or precautions. The dose prescribed by your doctor may differ from the information in the package leaflet. Because your doctor adjusts the dose to your individual needs, use this medicine according to your doctor's instructions. Dosage General dosage recommendation: Adolescents 14 years of age and older and adults 1/2 effervescent tablet 2 times daily after a meal Alternatively: Adolescents 14 years of age and older and adults 1 effervescent tablet 1 time daily after a meal Drinking plenty of additional fluids throughout the day improves the mucus-thinning effect of this medicine. Patients with bronchial asthma must be monitored closely during treatment. Indications - Colds affecting the respiratory tract, such as:    - Cough with mucus production    - Bronchitis with mucus production How It Works How does the active ingredient in this medicine work? The active ingredient breaks down the large components of mucus in the airways into smaller pieces. This makes thick mucus thinner and easier to cough up. Composition per 1 tablet 600 mg acetylcysteine + Ascorbic acid + Citric acid 70 mg lactose + Mannitol + Sodium carbonate + Sodium citrate 2-hydrate + Sodium hydrogen carbonate + Baking soda + Sodium bicarbonate + Sodium cyclamate + Saccharin sodium a total of 138,8 mg sodium ion + Blackberry flavor no more than 40 mg sorbitol Contraindications When must this medicine not be used? Always: - Hypersensitivity to the ingredients In some circumstances—discuss this with your doctor or pharmacist: - Ulcers in the digestive tract, including a history of ulcers - Bronchial asthma - Histamine intolerance Which age groups require special consideration? - Children under 14 years of age: this medicine must not be used. What about pregnancy and breastfeeding? - Pregnancy: contact your doctor. Various factors must be considered when deciding whether and how this medicine can be used during pregnancy. - Breastfeeding: contact your doctor or pharmacist. They will assess your individual situation and advise you accordingly on whether and how you can continue breastfeeding. If this medicine has been prescribed to you despite a contraindication, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. The therapeutic benefit may outweigh the risk associated with use in the presence of a contraindication. Side Effects What side effects may occur? - Gastrointestinal symptoms, such as: - Nausea - Vomiting - Abdominal pain - Diarrhea - Inflammation of the lining of the mouth - Headache - Tinnitus (ringing in the ears) - Skin hypersensitivity reactions, such as: - Itching - Skin rash - Hives - Brief, spontaneous skin redness with a feeling of warmth, especially in the face (flushing) - Allergic reactions, such as: - Narrowing of the airways - Angioedema (swelling of the face, hands, and feet) - Increased pulse rate - Low blood pressure - Fever If you notice any discomfort or changes in how you feel during treatment, contact your doctor or pharmacist. The information provided here primarily includes side effects that occur in at least one out of 1.000 treated patients. Precautions What should you be aware of? - Use caution if you are allergic to acetylcysteine! - Use caution if you are allergic to ascorbic acid (vitamin C)! - Use caution if you are allergic to citric acid and similar substances! - Use caution if you are allergic to mannitol! - Use caution if you are allergic to the sweetener cyclamate (E number E 952)! - Use caution if you are allergic to the sweetener saccharin (E number E 954)! - Use caution if you have an intolerance to fructose (fruit sugar). If you must follow a diabetic diet, take the sugar content into account. - Use caution if you have an intolerance to lactose. If you must follow a diabetic diet, take the sugar content into account. - This medicine may interact with other medicines. Before starting treatment with a new medicine, you should therefore always tell your doctor or pharmacist about every other medicine you already use. This also applies to medicines you buy yourself, use only occasionally, or used some time ago. 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Specifications

PZN

00010808

Anbieter

Hexal AG

Packungsgröße

20 St

Packungsnorm

N1

Darreichnungsform

Effervescent tablets

Produktname

ACC akut 600 mg Mucus Relief

Monopräparat

yes

Wirksubstanz

Acetylcysteine

Rezeptpflichtig

no

Apothekenpflichtig

yes

Delivery and payment