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