Tag: N- acetylcysteine

Colloidal bismuth and NAC inhibit SARS-CoV-2 replication

Posted on by Jesse Santiano, M.D.

This article shows that combining two over-the-counter drugs, colloidal bismuth, and NAC, effectively prevents SARS-CoV-2 replication.[1] Even though the study used colloidal bismuth, the authors mentioned that other forms of bismuth, like bismuth subsalicylate, will work the same. Bismuth subsalicylate is the active ingredient in Pepto-Bismol®, while Colloidal Bismuth Salicylate (CBS) is present in De-Nol®…

N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) for COVID-19

Posted on by Jesse Santiano, M.D.

Many medical articles have discussed the potential use of N-acetylcysteine (NAC)’s anti-thrombotic, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties for COVID-19. [1][2][3]. N-acetylcysteine (NAC) is an FDA-approved drug and the precursor of glutathione, one of the body’s primary antioxidants. NAC is used in acetaminophen (Tylenol) poisoning and is an effective mucolytic, especially in patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary…