Taraphylin 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.

Taraphylin 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.

Uses of Taraphylin Tablet

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Treatment of Bronchitis
Asthma

Benefits of Taraphylin Tablet

In Treatment of Bronchitis

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

Side effects of Taraphylin 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 Taraphylin

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 Taraphylin 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. Taraphylin 100mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Taraphylin Tablet works

Taraphylin 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

Taraphylin 100mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Taraphylin 100mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Taraphylin 100mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

SAFE

Taraphylin 100mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Taraphylin 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Taraphylin 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Taraphylin 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Taraphylin 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Taraphylin Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Taraphylin 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 Taraphylin 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.
You have been prescribed Taraphylin 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

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

Xanthine Derivatives- Respiratory

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.

Old cough at morning last 15 years

Dr. Vijay Verma

ENT

can be bronchial asthma or COPD consult chest physician

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.

FAQs

Does birth control pills have any effect on Taraphylin 100mg Tablet?

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

How should Taraphylin 100mg Tablet be taken?

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

Is it okay to take furosemide along with Taraphylin 100mg Tablet?

One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with Taraphylin 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.

When should Taraphylin 100mg Tablet be avoided?

Taraphylin 100mg Tablet should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, Taraphylin 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 Taraphylin 100mg Tablet.

Is Taraphylin 100mg Tablet the same as theophylline?

Taraphylin 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 Taraphylin 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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