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Utility of N-acetylcysteine in Non-Acetaminophen-Induced Liver Injury Secondary to Influenza A Infection

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Influenza A, which belongs to the Orthomyxoviridae viral family, is a known causative agent of respiratory illness and systemic inflammation. Annual influenza immunizations are crucial in reducing the incidence and severity of the flu. Intravenous (IV) N-acetylcysteine (NAC) is a pharmaceutical agent indicated for hepatic injury, particularly to address oxidative stress and inflammation secondary to acetaminophen toxicity. The authors present a case of a young female with acute liver injury and impending liver failure in the setting of viral influenza A infection, successfully treated with IV-NAC.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.70900

Authors: Esha Jain, Rishab Alex, Theresa Coutinho, Navjot Narula

Institutions: Cooper University Hospital, Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, Ross University School of Medicine

Language: English

Topic: Drug-Induced Hepatotoxicity and Protection

Subfield: Pharmacology

Field: Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4403152650