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Acbro 100mg Tablet

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Product introduction

Acbro 100mg Tablet is used to treat and prevent symptoms of asthma, bronchitis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which flow of air to the lung is blocked). It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe.

Acbro 100mg Tablet can be taken with the food in evening. Take it at the same time every day to get the most benefit. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. Do not miss even a single dose, if in any case, you missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember or better to skip the missed dose and continue with regular dosing. It does not work immediately or prevent the already started breathing trouble, hence always carry your medical inhaler with you for an emergency.

The most common side effects of this medicine include abdominal discomfort, abdominal distension, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, and heart burn. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Generally, it is advised not to consume alcohol or do not smoke while on treatment.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease or if you have heart-related problems. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting the treatment.

Benefits of Acbro Tablet

In Treatment of Asthma

Acbro 100mg Tablet can help prevent the onset of an asthma attack if it is taken before exercise or exposure to some “triggers”. These may include house dust, pollen, pets and cigarette smoke. This medicine will allow you to exercise more freely without worrying about getting symptoms such as wheezing, coughing and shortness of breath. It allows you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.

In Treatment of Bronchitis

Bronchitis leads to chest congestion and wheezing. Acbro 100mg Tablet relieves symptoms of bronchitis by clearing congestion and relaxing airways.

In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Acbro 100mg Tablet helps the airways in your lungs stay open. It relaxes the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.

Side effects of Acbro Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Acbro

  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Drowsiness
  • Heartburn
  • Increased white blood cell count
  • Loss of appetite
  • Rash
  • Itching
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea
  • Abdominal discomfort
  • Abdominal distension
  • Esophageal bleeding
  • Red spots or bumps
  • Breathing problems
  • High white blood cell count
  • Nasal inflammation

How to use Acbro Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Acbro 100mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Acbro Tablet works

Acbro 100mg Tablet is a mucolytic and bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles of the airways and also thins and loosens mucus, making it easier to breathe.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
Acbro 100mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Acbro 100mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Acbro 100mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Acbro 100mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Acbro 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Acbro 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Acbro 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Acbro 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Acbro Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Acbro 100mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n \n

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Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Acbro 100mg Tablet for prevention and treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
  • It should be taken at the same time each day, preferably in the evening after food.
  • It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Always keep a fast-acting (rescue) inhaler with you.
  • Your doctor may take regular blood test to monitor potassium level and the level of this medicine in your body.
  • Notify your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney, liver or heart disease, or if you have a smoking history. Your dose may need to be adjusted.
  • Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Xanthinic Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Theophylline & its derivatives

Patient concerns

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My mother is suffering from acute asthma And she has chronic bronchitis
Dr. Saurav Arora
Homeopathy
As your case is a chronic case it requires long case taking, examination and regular follow up, therefore, please visit a homeopath so that he can examine you and guide you accordingly.
Old cough at morning last 15 years
Dr. Vijay Verma
ENT
can be bronchial asthma or COPD consult chest physician
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FAQs

Q. Does birth control pills have any effect on Acbro 100mg Tablet?

If you are taking birth control pills, dose of Acbro 100mg Tablet need to be reduced as birth control pills may interfere with clearance of Acbro 100mg Tablet, increasing its levels and chances of side effects.

Q. How should Acbro 100mg Tablet be taken?

Acbro 100mg Tablet should be taken strictly as advised by the doctor. To avoid an upset stomach it should be taken with food.

Q. Is it okay to take furosemide along with Acbro 100mg Tablet?

One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with Acbro 100mg Tablet. This is because the combined use of these medicines may decrease the levels of potassium. Hence, regular monitoring of potassium levels is required.

Q. When should Acbro 100mg Tablet be avoided?

Acbro 100mg Tablet should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, Acbro 100mg Tablet, or theophylline. Along with that, patients suffering from low blood pressure, irregular heart beats or rhythm or history of heart attack, liver disease or kidney disorder should avoid taking Acbro 100mg Tablet.

Q. Is Acbro 100mg Tablet the same as theophylline?

Acbro 100mg Tablet comprises of theophylline-7 acetate and ambroxol which makes it effective in making the mucus more fluid and clearing the airways easily, thereby making breathing easier. This effect of Acbro 100mg Tablet works as an added advantage over theophylline. Moreover, it also reduces the need for other medicine used to treat asthma, like salbutamol.

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