Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR helps prevent and treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD). It helps relax the muscles of the air passages, thereby making it easier to breathe. It is also used to treat bronchitis.
Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR is taken with or without 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 vomiting, heartburn, stomach pain, rash, itching, and breathing difficulty. 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. This medicine may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine, as it can worsen your sleepiness.
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.
Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines that can help prevent the onset of an asthma attack if it is taken before exercise or exposure to some “triggers”. These “triggers” may include house dust, pollen, pets, and cigarette smoke. This medicine relaxes the muscles of your airways, which makes the air easier to get in and out. It will, therefore, allow you to exercise more freely without worrying about getting symptoms such as wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath. This enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.
In Treatment and prevention of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines that help the airways in your lungs stay open. It works by relaxing the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and out. This medicine also loosens thick mucus, making it easier to cough 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. Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR usually starts to work within a few minutes, and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.
In Treatment of Bronchitis
Bronchitis leads to chest congestion and wheezing. Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR relieves symptoms of bronchitis by clearing congestion and relaxing airways. Take it for as long as the doctor has prescribed for maximum benefits.
Side effects of Broncofil M Tablet SR
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 Broncofil M
Vomiting
Heartburn
Stomach pain
Rash
Itching
Breathing problems
How to use Broncofil M Tablet SR
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. Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Broncofil M Tablet SR works
Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines: acebrophylline and montelukast. Acebrophylline is a mucolytic and helps relax the muscles in the airways. It thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist. It works by blocking the action of leukotriene, a chemical messenger. This reduces inflammation in the airways and nose to prevent asthma and relieve symptoms of allergies.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Broncofil M Tablet SR?
If you miss a dose of Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR, 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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Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR should be taken at the same time each day, preferably in the evening after food.
Your doctor may need to take regular blood tests to monitor the level of the drug in your body to make sure that you are taking the right dose.
Your doctor may need to take regular blood test to monitor the level of drug in your body to make sure that you are taking the right dose.
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.
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Patient concerns
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.
Allergic bronchitis since 3years, copd, shortness of breath.
Dr. Saurav Arora
Homeopathy
Dear sir 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. In homeopathy symptoms, history and examination is very important. In majority of cases, after a long case taking and case workout, we try to select a constitutional remedy which is used to treat the disease from its root cause. Taking a constitutional treatment shall also take care the reoccurrence of disease.
Take Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR should be taken after food to avoid stomach discomfort.
Will a higher than the recommended dose of Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR be more effective?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR will not make it more effective. Further, it can lead to increased side effects. If the symptoms are getting worse, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.
Can I stop Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR when my symptoms are relieved?
No, Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR should be continued as advised by the doctor. Inform your doctor if you experience any problems due to the use of Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR.
Are there any serious side effects associated with the use of Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR?
Serious side effects with Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR are uncommon and rare. Tell your doctor as soon as possible if you notice any side effects like upper respiratory tract infection, fever, headache, pharyngitis, cough, abdominal pain, diarrhea, influenza, irritability, restlessness, bad or vivid dreams, sleepwalking, depression, suicidal thoughts, disorientation (confusion), and hallucinations.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Broncofil M 200mg/10mg Tablet SR?
Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Ensure it is not accessible to pets, children, or other individuals.
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