Macphylline
Macphylline Products are primarily used for
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
About Macphylline Products
Uses of Macphylline Products
Acebrophylline is used in the treatment and prevention of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Macphylline Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Macphylline 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 Macphylline 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 Macphylline Products
Frequently asked questions about Macphylline Products
Frequently asked questions about Acebrophylline
Q. Does birth control pills have any effect on Macphylline Capsule?
If you are taking birth control pills, dose of Macphylline Capsule need to be reduced as birth control pills may interfere with clearance of Macphylline Capsule, increasing its levels and chances of side effects.
Q. How should Macphylline Capsule be taken?
Macphylline 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 Macphylline Capsule?
One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with Macphylline 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 Macphylline Capsule be avoided?
Macphylline Capsule should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, Macphylline 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 Macphylline Capsule.
Q. Is Macphylline Capsule the same as theophylline?
Macphylline 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 Macphylline 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 Macphylline
Macphylline Capsule
strip of 10 capsules
MRP
₹125.5
Macphylline SR 200 Tablet
strip of 10 tablet sr
MRP
₹224.4
Macphylline 50mg/5ml Syrup
bottle of 100 ml Syrup
MRP
₹169.4