AB-Gam
AB-Gam Products are primarily used for
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), Asthma
About AB-Gam Products
Uses of AB-Gam Products
Acebrophylline is used in the treatment and prevention of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma.
AB-Gam Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of AB-Gam are Nausea, Vomiting, 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, Nasal inflammation, Dizziness.
How AB-Gam 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 AB-Gam Products
Frequently asked questions about AB-Gam Products
Frequently asked questions about Acebrophylline
Q. Does birth control pills have any effect on AB-Gam SR Tablet?
If you are taking birth control pills, dose of AB-Gam SR Tablet need to be reduced as birth control pills may interfere with clearance of AB-Gam SR Tablet, increasing its levels and chances of side effects.
Q. How should AB-Gam SR Tablet be taken?
AB-Gam SR 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 AB-Gam SR Tablet?
One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with AB-Gam SR 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. When should AB-Gam SR Tablet be avoided?
AB-Gam SR Tablet should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, AB-Gam SR 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 AB-Gam SR Tablet.
Q. Is AB-Gam SR Tablet the same as theophylline?
AB-Gam SR 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 AB-Gam SR Tablet works as an added advantage over theophylline. Moreover, it also reduces the need for other medicine used to treat asthma, like salbutamol.