Could a common cough medicine protect hearts during attacks?

NCT ID NCT06850831

First seen Feb 05, 2026 · Last updated May 04, 2026 · Updated 10 times

Summary

This study tested whether giving N-Acetylcysteine (NAC), a common antioxidant, directly into the heart arteries during a heart attack procedure can reduce injury and improve recovery. Researchers measured markers of stress, inflammation, and heart cell death in 70 adults aged 30-60. The goal was to see if this approach limits damage and helps patients walk farther after recovery.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Dr. Moewardi General Hospital

    Surakarta, Central of Java, 57126, Indonesia

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