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