Aid-Air-AB Tablet is used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked). It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages and making it easier to breathe.

Aid-Air-AB Tablet also thins and loosens mucus in the nose, windpipe, and lungs making it easier to cough out. It is taken with food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, heartburn, stomach upset, headache, irritability, insomnia, increased heart rate, rash, and itching. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects.

Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses of Aid-Air-AB Tablet

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Benefits of Aid-Air-AB Tablet

In Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) is a group of lung diseases that cause breathing difficulties. COPD is caused by swelling of the airways that carry air in and out of the lungs. Aid-Air-AB Tablet relaxes the muscles of these airways and widens it. It also gives relief from congestion or stuffiness by loosening mucus and helping to cough out. This makes you breathe easy and gives relief from symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing. Avoid smoking and minimise your exposure to pollution, dust and fumes. Along with that, a little exercise each day can help you stay strong. Talk to your doctor about how much exercise is good for you.

Side effects of Aid-Air-AB 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 Aid-Air-AB

Nausea
Vomiting
Heartburn
Headache
Irritation
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Drowsiness
Increased heart rate
Rash
Itching

How to use Aid-Air-AB 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. Aid-Air-AB Tablet is to be taken with food.
Avoid Aid-Air-AB Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.

How Aid-Air-AB Tablet works

Aid-Air-AB Tablet is a combination of two medicines:.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Aid-Air-AB Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Aid-Air-AB Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Aid-Air-AB Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

SAFE

Aid-Air-AB Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Aid-Air-AB Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Aid-Air-AB Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Aid-Air-AB Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Aid-Air-AB Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Aid-Air-AB Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Aid-Air-AB 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.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Aid-Air-AB Tablet for prevention and treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
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.
If at any time your breathing gets worse, please contact your doctor or nurse for advice straightaway.
Do not smoke. Smoking causes irritation and damage to the lungs and will make your condition worse.
Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.

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Patient concerns

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