n-acetylcysteine (NAC)
N-acetylcysteine (NAC) if often used as a prophylaxis against contrast-induced nephropathy. Protocols for administration vary widely from institution to institution and the true efficacy is still controversial.
A typical protocol is [1-2]:
- 600 mg acetylcysteine twice daily on the day of the examination
- +/- 600 mg twice daily the day before the examination
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