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N-Acetylcysteine

Amino acids / Amino acids and their derivatives
Also known as: Acetylcysteine • NAC
Related Remedies: Cysteine
Cystine

Found 10 oral actions for N-Acetylcysteine

  • Action - Antioxidant RatingRatingRatingRating

    N-Acetylcysteine is an antioxidant; neutralizes free radicals. Take 0.5-3.0 g of N-acetylcysteine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Expectorant RatingRatingRatingRating

    N-Acetylcysteine is an expectorant; promotes the expulsion of mucus from throat and lungs. Take 0.5-3.0 g of N-acetylcysteine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Increasing glutathione level RatingRatingRatingRating

    N-Acetylcysteine increases glutathione levels. Take 0.5-3.0 g of N-acetylcysteine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Mucolytic RatingRatingRatingRating

    N-Acetylcysteine is a mucolytic; helps to dissolve and eliminate mucus. Take 0.5-3.0 g of N-acetylcysteine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Antineoplastic RatingRatingRating

    N-Acetylcysteine is an antineoplastic; fights cancer. Take 0.5-3.0 g of N-acetylcysteine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Antithrombotic RatingRatingRating

    N-Acetylcysteine is an antithrombotic; reduces blood clot formation. Take 0.5-1.5 g of N-acetylcysteine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Cardiac tonic RatingRatingRating

    N-Acetylcysteine is a cardiac tonic; strengthens the heart. Take 0.5-3.0 g of N-acetylcysteine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Detoxifier RatingRatingRating

    N-Acetylcysteine is a detoxifier, removes toxins from the body. Take 0.5-1.5 g of N-acetylcysteine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Immune enhancer RatingRatingRating

    N-Acetylcysteine is an immune enhancer; enhances immune system. Take 0.5-3.0 g of N-acetylcysteine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Vasodilator RatingRating

    N-Acetylcysteine is a vasodilator; dilates blood vessels. Take 0.5-1.5 g of N-acetylcysteine daily, in divided doses, for many months.
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