Acephyl
Acephyl Products are primarily used for
Asthma, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
About Acephyl Products
Uses of Acephyl Products
Acebrophylline is used in the treatment and prevention of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Acephyl Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Acephyl are Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Constipation, Heartburn, Loss of appetite, Rash, Itching, Drowsiness, Red spots or bumps, Breathing problems, Increased white blood cell count, Abdominal discomfort, Abdominal distension, Esophageal bleeding, Nasal inflammation, Dizziness.
How Acephyl Products work
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.
Patient Concerns about Acephyl Products
Frequently asked questions about Acephyl Products
Frequently asked questions about Acebrophylline
Q. When should Acephyl SR 200 Tablet be avoided?
Acephyl SR 200 Tablet should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, Acephyl SR 200 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 Acephyl SR 200 Tablet.
Q. How should Acephyl SR 200 Tablet be taken?
Acephyl SR 200 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 Acephyl SR 200 Tablet?
One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with Acephyl SR 200 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. Does birth control pills have any effect on Acephyl SR 200 Tablet?
If you are taking birth control pills, dose of Acephyl SR 200 Tablet need to be reduced as birth control pills may interfere with clearance of Acephyl SR 200 Tablet, increasing its levels and chances of side effects.
Q. Is Acephyl SR 200 Tablet the same as theophylline?
Acephyl SR 200 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 Acephyl SR 200 Tablet works as an added advantage over theophylline. Moreover, it also reduces the need for other medicine used to treat asthma, like salbutamol.
Products for Acephyl
Acephyl SR 200 Tablet
strip of 10 tablet sr
MRP
₹142.5
Acephyl 100 Capsule
strip of 10 capsules
MRP
₹82.5
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