Acebrel
Acebrel Products are primarily used for
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
About Acebrel Products
Uses of Acebrel Products
Acebrophylline+Acetylcysteine is used to prevent chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Acebrel Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Acebrel are Vomiting, Heartburn, Rash, Itching, Drowsiness, Breathing problems, Nasal inflammation, Increased white blood cell count, Abdominal discomfort, Abdominal distension, Diarrhea, Constipation, Loss of appetite, Esophageal bleeding, Red spots or bumps, Nausea, Dizziness.
How Acebrel Products work
Acebrophylline + Acetylcysteine is a combination of two medicines : Acebrophylline and Acetylcysteine. Acebrophylline 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. Acetylcysteine is a mucolytic medication. It thins and loosens mucus (phlegm) making it easier to cough out.
Patient Concerns about Acebrel Products
Frequently asked questions about Acebrel Products
Frequently asked questions about Acebrel Products
Q. When should Acebrel 100mg Capsule be avoided?
Acebrel 100mg Capsule should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, Acebrel 100mg Capsule, 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 Acebrel 100mg Capsule.
Q. How should Acebrel 100mg Capsule be taken?
Acebrel 100mg Capsule 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 Acebrel 100mg Capsule?
One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with Acebrel 100mg Capsule. This is because the combined use of these medicines may decrease the levels of potassium. Hence, regular monitoring of potassium levels is required.
Q. Does birth control pills have any effect on Acebrel 100mg Capsule?
If you are taking birth control pills, dose of Acebrel 100mg Capsule need to be reduced as birth control pills may interfere with clearance of Acebrel 100mg Capsule, increasing its levels and chances of side effects.
Q. Is Acebrel 100mg Capsule the same as theophylline?
Acebrel 100mg Capsule 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 Acebrel 100mg Capsule works as an added advantage over theophylline. Moreover, it also reduces the need for other medicine used to treat asthma, like salbutamol.
Products for Acebrel
Acebrel 100mg Capsule
strip of 10 capsules
MRP
₹81.56
Acebrel Plus 100mg/600mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹196.88
Not Available
Acebrel 200 Tablet SR
strip of 10 tablet sr
MRP
₹140.63
Not Available