Ascovent
Ascovent Products are primarily used for
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), Asthma
About Ascovent Products
Uses of Ascovent Products
Acebrophylline is used in the treatment and prevention of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma.
Ascovent Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Ascovent 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 Ascovent 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 Ascovent Products
Frequently asked questions about Ascovent Products
Frequently asked questions about Acebrophylline
Q. Does birth control pills have any effect on Ascovent -SR Tablet?
If you are taking birth control pills, dose of Ascovent -SR Tablet need to be reduced as birth control pills may interfere with clearance of Ascovent -SR Tablet, increasing its levels and chances of side effects.
Q. How should Ascovent -SR Tablet be taken?
Ascovent -SR 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 Ascovent -SR Tablet?
One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with Ascovent -SR 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 Ascovent -SR Tablet be avoided?
Ascovent -SR Tablet should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, Ascovent -SR 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 Ascovent -SR Tablet.
Q. Is Ascovent -SR Tablet the same as theophylline?
Ascovent -SR 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 Ascovent -SR Tablet works as an added advantage over theophylline. Moreover, it also reduces the need for other medicine used to treat asthma, like salbutamol.
Products for Ascovent
Ascovent -SR Tablet
strip of 10 tablet sr
MRP
₹283.5
Ascovent 100mg Capsule
strip of 10 capsules
MRP
₹158.5
Ascovent 50mg/5ml Syrup
bottle of 100 ml Syrup
MRP
₹101.71
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