MUCOSOLVIN
\mjˈuːkəsˌɒlvɪn], \mjˈuːkəsˌɒlvɪn], \m_j_ˈuː_k_ə_s_ˌɒ_l_v_ɪ_n]\
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The N-acetyl derivative of CYSTEINE. It is used as a mucolytic agent to reduce the viscosity of mucous secretions. It has also been shown to have antiviral effects in patients with HIV due to inhibition of viral stimulation by reactive oxygen intermediates.
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