Albro
Albro Products are primarily used for
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), Asthma
About Albro Products
Uses of Albro Products
Acebrophylline is used in the treatment and prevention of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma.
Albro Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Albro 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 Albro 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 Albro Products
Frequently asked questions about Albro Products
Frequently asked questions about Acebrophylline
Q. Does birth control pills have any effect on Albro Capsule?
If you are taking birth control pills, dose of Albro Capsule need to be reduced as birth control pills may interfere with clearance of Albro Capsule, increasing its levels and chances of side effects.
Q. How should Albro Capsule be taken?
Albro 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 Albro Capsule?
One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with Albro 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 Albro Capsule be avoided?
Albro Capsule should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, Albro 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 Albro Capsule.
Q. Is Albro Capsule the same as theophylline?
Albro 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 Albro 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 Albro
Albro Capsule
strip of 10 capsules
MRP
₹76
Albro 100mg/5ml Syrup
bottle of 100 ml Syrup
MRP
₹92
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