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Vesnac Benefits & Uses

Vesnac is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bronchitis

Other Benefits

Vesnac Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: With vitamin C
Geriatric	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: With vitamin C

Vesnac Related Warnings

Is the use of Vesnac safe for pregnant women?

Vesnac may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Vesnac again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Vesnac safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Vesnac. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Vesnac on the Kidneys?

Using Vesnac does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Vesnac on the Liver?

Use of Vesnac may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Vesnac on the Heart?

You can take Vesnac without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Vesnac with Other Drugs

Vesnac should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Insulin Aspart

Mild

Sorbitol

Simethicone

Vesnac Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vesnac unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Peptic Ulcer
Heart Failure
Kidney Disease
High Blood Pressure
Asthma
Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Vesnac

Is this Vesnac habit forming or addictive?

Vesnac is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Vesnac will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

There are no side effects of Vesnac, so it is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Vesnac cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Vesnac Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Vesnac

When consumed with certain foods, Vesnac may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Vesnac

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Vesnac as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Vesnac

Question over 5 years ago

What is Vesnac?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Vesnac is a brand name of acetylcysteine and it comes in the form of tablet and injection. It is a prescription drug which is used as an antidote for the treatment of paracetamol poisoning to prevent liver toxicity. It is also used as a mucolytic agent to provide relief from excessive mucus (phlegm) in respiratory diseases.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Vesnac cause drowsiness?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, Vesnac causes drowsiness. It is a common side effect of this medicine. However, the exact cause of drowsiness is not known.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Vesnac cause fever?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Vesnac causes fever and chills. It is a rare side effect of the medicine. If you are experiencing fever after taking this drug then try to take mild antipyretic medicine such as paracetamol even after this fever does not subsidise then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Vesnac with Ibuprofen?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Vesnac can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Vesnac along with ibuprofen

Question over 5 years ago

How does Vesnac work?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Vesnac contains acetylcysteine which works as an antidote in case of paracetamol overdose. It is presumed that acetylcysteine reduces the extent of liver damage caused by the toxic levels of paracetamol. It protects the liver by maintaining or restoring the glutathione levels which is an antioxidant also by detoxifying paracetamol metabolite in our body. For excessive mucus (phlegm) in respiratory diseases, Vesnac works as a mucolytic agent which softens the mucus and reduces its thickness that helps in clearing the air passage. thus providing relief to the patient from excessive mucus.