Acilex-SR
Acilex-SR Products are primarily used for
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), Asthma
About Acilex-SR Products
Uses of Acilex-SR Products
Acebrophylline is used in the treatment and prevention of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma.
Acilex-SR Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Acilex-SR 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 Acilex-SR 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 Acilex-SR Products
Frequently asked questions about Acilex-SR Products
Frequently asked questions about Acebrophylline
Q. Does birth control pills have any effect on Acilex-SR 200mg Tablet?
If you are taking birth control pills, dose of Acilex-SR 200mg Tablet need to be reduced as birth control pills may interfere with clearance of Acilex-SR 200mg Tablet, increasing its levels and chances of side effects.
Q. How should Acilex-SR 200mg Tablet be taken?
Acilex-SR 200mg 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 Acilex-SR 200mg Tablet?
One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with Acilex-SR 200mg 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 Acilex-SR 200mg Tablet be avoided?
Acilex-SR 200mg Tablet should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, Acilex-SR 200mg 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 Acilex-SR 200mg Tablet.
Q. Is Acilex-SR 200mg Tablet the same as theophylline?
Acilex-SR 200mg 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 Acilex-SR 200mg Tablet works as an added advantage over theophylline. Moreover, it also reduces the need for other medicine used to treat asthma, like salbutamol.