Pharmacology
Mechanism of Action
Exerts mucolytic activity through sulfhydryl group, which opens up disulfide bonds in mucoproteins and lowers mucous viscosity of pulmonary secretions
Absorption
Onset: 5-10 min
Peak plasma time: 1-2 hr
Distribution
Duration: Variable (~1 hr)
Protein bound: 80%
Metabolism
Metabolized in liver
Elimination
Excretion: Urine (primarily)