Mucomyst generic name?

See the DrugPatentWatch profile for Mucomyst

What is the generic name of Mucomyst?

Mucomyst is the brand name for acetylcysteine (also written as N-acetylcysteine) [1].

Why does the name look different on labels?

You may see acetylcysteine or N-acetylcysteine listed. They refer to the same active ingredient; the brand is Mucomyst and the generic name is acetylcysteine [1].

Are there different “Mucomyst” products with the same generic drug?

Yes. Different formulations (for example, oral vs. inhaled) can use the same active ingredient—acetylcysteine—with different strengths and dosing instructions depending on the product [1].

Sources:
[1] https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?search=Mucomyst