Allitophyline
Allitophyline Products are primarily used for
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
About Allitophyline Products
Uses of Allitophyline Products
Acebrophylline is used in the treatment and prevention of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Allitophyline Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Allitophyline 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 Allitophyline 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 Allitophyline Products
Frequently asked questions about Allitophyline Products
Frequently asked questions about Acebrophylline
Q. Does birth control pills have any effect on Allitophyline Capsule?
If you are taking birth control pills, dose of Allitophyline Capsule need to be reduced as birth control pills may interfere with clearance of Allitophyline Capsule, increasing its levels and chances of side effects.
Q. How should Allitophyline Capsule be taken?
Allitophyline 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 Allitophyline Capsule?
One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with Allitophyline 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 Allitophyline Capsule be avoided?
Allitophyline Capsule should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, Allitophyline 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 Allitophyline Capsule.
Q. Is Allitophyline Capsule the same as theophylline?
Allitophyline 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 Allitophyline 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 Allitophyline
Allitophyline Capsule
strip of 10 capsules
MRP
₹87