Rufus
Rufus Products are primarily used for
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
About Rufus Products
Rufus Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Rufus are Headache, Weight loss, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Nausea, Diarrhea, Decreased appetite, Abdominal pain.
How Rufus Products work
Roflumilast works by relaxing the muscles in the walls of the airways. This opens the airways and makes breathing easier.
Patient Concerns about Rufus Products
Frequently asked questions about Rufus Products
Frequently asked questions about Roflumilast
Q. Is Rufus 500mcg Tablet a methylxanthine?
No. Rufus 500mcg Tablet is not a methylxanthine and works via a different mechanism of action
Q. Is Rufus 500mcg Tablet available in India?
Yes. Rufus 500mcg Tablet is available in India in the form of 500 mcg tablet
Q. Is Rufus 500mcg Tablet a steroid/ narcotic?
No. Rufus 500mcg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called phosphodiesterase inhibitors. It does not have a chemical structure or effects similar to steroids. It does not induce sleep and is not a narcotic drug
Q. What is Rufus 500mcg Tablet used for?
Rufus 500mcg Tablet is used as a maintenance treatment for severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD; a group of lung disorders in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked) in patients with frequent worsening of COPD symptoms (COPD exacerbations) and with long-term inflammation of airways (chronic bronchitis)
Q. How does Rufus 500mcg Tablet work?
Rufus 500mcg Tablet is used to prevent worsening of symptoms in patients with severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD; a group of lung disorders in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked) and long-term inflammation of airways (chronic bronchitis)
Q. How long does Rufus 500mcg Tablet take to work?
Rufus 500mcg Tablet may need to be taken for several weeks to achieve its effects and may vary upon individual response. Please follow advice of your doctor regarding dose and duration.