Acephyl
Acephyl Products are primarily used for
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
About Acephyl Products
Uses of Acephyl Products
Acebrophylline is used in the treatment and prevention of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Acephyl Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Acephyl 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 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. Does birth control pills have any effect on Acephyl 100 Capsule?
If you are taking birth control pills, dose of Acephyl 100 Capsule need to be reduced as birth control pills may interfere with clearance of Acephyl 100 Capsule, increasing its levels and chances of side effects.
Q. How should Acephyl 100 Capsule be taken?
Acephyl 100 Capsule 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 100 Capsule?
One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with Acephyl 100 Capsule. 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 Acephyl 100 Capsule be avoided?
Acephyl 100 Capsule should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, Acephyl 100 Capsule, 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 100 Capsule.
Q. Is Acephyl 100 Capsule the same as theophylline?
Acephyl 100 Capsule 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 100 Capsule 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 100 Capsule
strip of 10 capsules
MRP
₹88
Not Available
Acephyl SR 200 Tablet
strip of 10 tablet sr
MRP
₹152
Not Available