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BMeta-analysis of RCTs · 13 studies, 4,155

Influence of N -acetylcysteine on chronic bronchitis or COPD exacerbations: a meta-analysis

M Cazzola, L Calzetta, C Page, J Jardim, A Chuchalin, P Rogliani et al.. European Respiratory Review. 2015.

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In plain language
NAC reduced exacerbations of chronic bronchitis/COPD, more at higher doses (drug context).
Limits
Disease population; heterogeneity.
Source
doi.org/10.1183/16000617.00002215 · PubMed 26324807 · Free full text

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