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AB RESP XL Tablet 10's

Patanjali Pharma (15.9 km)

₹159

INTRODUCTION AB RESP XL TABLET contains Acebrophylline which belongs to the group of medicines called Anti-asthmatic drugs. It is used in the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It can also be used to treat inflammation of the airways (such as bronchitis)...

Category: Asthma/COPD

INTRODUCTION

AB RESP XL TABLET contains Acebrophylline which belongs to the group of medicines called Anti-asthmatic drugs. It is used in the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It can also be used to treat inflammation of the airways (such as bronchitis)

Before taking AB RESP XL TABLET inform your doctor if you have any liver, kidney or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have fits, stomach ulcers, viral infections, hypertension or hyperthyroidism as a precaution.

AB RESP XL TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women. It should be used in breastfeeding women only if it is considered necessary by the physician.

The most common side effects of taking AB RESP XL TABLET are epigastric pain, stomach discomfort, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, diarrhea and constipation. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects trouble you.

USES OF AB RESP XL TABLET

It is used to treat and prevent:

  • Asthma & COPD
  • Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways)

HOW AB RESP XL TABLET WORKS

AB RESP XL TABLET is a bronchodilator with anti-inflammatory properties. It blocks the release of certain chemicals (such as phosphodiesterase) in the respiratory tract that triggers airway inflammation, swelling and narrowing. As a result, it widens the airways, and reduces airway inflammation. It also loosens the mucus accumulated in the airways which allows the air to pass through more freely through the airways and makes breathing easier.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take AB RESP XL TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.

Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Do not stop taking AB RESP XL TABLET once your symptoms subside without consulting your doctor.

SIDE EFFECTS OF AB RESP XL TABLET

COMMON

  • stomach pain or discomfort, heartburn, loss of appetite
  • transient nausea, dizziness
  • vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation
  • drowsiness
  • skin rash or itching
  • breathing difficulties
  • nasal inflammation

RARE

  • stomach pain or discomfort, heartburn, loss of appetite
  • transient nausea, dizziness
  • vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation
  • drowsiness
  • skin rash or itching
  • breathing difficulties
  • nasal inflammation

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Nausea and Vomiting

Take AB RESP XL TABLET with or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oil rich or spicy foods. Consult your doctor if your symptom worsens.

Dizziness:

Try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating any tools or machines completely while you are feeling dizzy. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your dizziness. Consult your doctor if your dizziness worsens.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY

AB RESP XL TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnancy. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

BREASTFEEDING

It is not known whether AB RESP XL TABLET can pass through breast milk. Therefore, it should be used in breastfeeding women only if considered necessary by the physician.

DRIVING AND USING MACHINES

AB RESP XL TABLET usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate any machinery. However, do not drive or handle any heavy tools or machines if you feel dizzy or drowsy after taking AB RESP XL TABLET.

KIDNEY

AB RESP XL TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe kidney problems. It should be used with caution in patients with other kidney problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

LIVER

AB RESP XL TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver problems. It should be used with caution in patients with hepatic dysfunction. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

ALLERGY

Do not take AB RESP XL TABLET if you are allergic to Acebrophylline or to any other methylxanthines (such as theophylline, doxophylline).

HEART DISEASE

AB RESP XL TABLET is not recommended for use in patients suffering from myocardial infarction or arrythmias. It should be used with caution in patients with heart failure or any other heart problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

OTHERS

AB RESP XL TABLET is not recommended for use if you:

  • have hypotension (low blood pressure)
  • have fluid and electrolyte imbalance

Before taking AB RESP XL TABLET, inform your doctor if you:

  • have chronic alcoholism (addiction to alcohol)
  • have any viral infections
  • have an over-active thyroid gland
  • have hypertension (high blood pressure)
  • have ulcers in the stomach and/or intestines
  • have fits (seizures)

Use in paediatrics:

AB RESP XL TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

Use in geriatrics:

AB RESP XL TABLET should be used with caution in the elderly patients. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug - Drug interactions:

Before taking AB RESP XL TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as:

  • allopurinol (a medicine used to treat gout)
  • cimetidine (a medicine used to treat stomach ulcers)
  • medicines used to treat bacterial infections (such as ciprofloxacin, erythromycin, doxycycline, amoxicillin)
  • corticosteroids (used to treat pain and inflammation) such as prednisolone
  • diltiazem, verapamil (a medicine used to treat heart problems)
  • frusemide (a medicine used to reduce edema and blood pressure by increasing urine output)
  • isoprenaline (a medicine used to treat slow heart rate)
  • oral contraceptives (birth control pills) such as ethinylestradiol
  • thiabendazole (a medicine used to treat worm infections)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took more AB RESP XL TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose might include nausea, vomiting, upper stomach pain, restlessness, fits, fast heart rate and hyperactivity.

SYNOPSIS

Drug : Acebrophylline
Pharmacological Category : Methylxanthines
Therapeutic Indication : Asthma, COPD, Bronchitis
Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule, Powder, Syrup

MORE INFORMATION

  • Keep AB RESP XL TABLET out of reach of children
  • Store AB RESP XL TABLET at room temperature

FAQs ABOUT AB RESP XL TABLET

Q: How AB RESP XL TABLET works?

A: AB RESP XL TABLET widens the airways and reduces airway inflammation. It also loosens the mucus accumulated in the airways which allows the air to pass through more freely through the airways and makes breathing easier.

Q: What is the use of AB RESP XL TABLET?

A: AB RESP XL TABLET is used to treat asthma, COPD and bronchitis (inflammation of the airways).

Q: Can I take AB RESP XL TABLET daily?

A: AB RESP XL TABLET is generally prescribed as one or two doses per day. However, your doctor will decide the number of doses per day depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Q: How long does it take for AB RESP XL TABLET to start working?

A: AB RESP XL TABLET may start working within 2 hours of oral administration. However, it may take 2 weeks for AB RESP XL TABLET to show improvements in your condition. Therefore, take AB RESP XL TABLET regularly as informed by your doctor without fail to achieve better results.

Q: Is AB RESP XL TABLET effective?

A: Yes. AB RESP XL TABLET effectively controls the symptoms of asthma, COPD and bronchitis, by blocking the release of certain chemicals (phosphodiesterase) in the respiratory tract that triggers the allergic and inflammatory response. It also loosens the mucus and prevents the narrowing of the airway tract which makes breathing easier.

Q: What will happen if I consume a high dose of AB RESP XL TABLET than prescribed by my doctor?

A: Do not consume a higher dose of AB RESP XL TABLET than the one prescribed by your doctor, as it may lead to unwanted side effects. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you, depending on your age and disease condition. If the prescribed dose, is not working for you, consult your doctor for advice.

Q: Is AB RESP XL TABLET safe?

A: AB RESP XL TABLET is considered safe at doses prescribed by the physician. However, it may cause few side effects such as epigastric pain, stomach discomfort, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, diarrhea and constipation in some individuals. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects trouble you.

Q: What should I do if I forgot to take a dose of AB RESP XL TABLET?

A: If you forgot to take a dose of AB RESP XL TABLET, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is time to take the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next one at regular times. Do not take a double dose of AB RESP XL TABLET to compensate the missed dose.

Q: Will taking a higher dose of AB RESP XL TABLET be more effective?

A: No. Do not take a higher dose of AB RESP XL TABLET than prescribed by your doctor, as it could lead to toxicity. Always consume the dose prescribed by your doctor. If you feel that the prescribed dose is not working for you, consult your doctor for advice.

Q: Can the use of AB RESP XL TABLET make me feel dizzy?

A: AB RESP XL TABLET may cause dizziness in some individuals. If you experience dizziness, try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating any tools or machines completely while you are feeling dizzy. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your dizziness. Consult your doctor if your dizziness worsens.

Q: I’m pregnant. Can I take AB RESP XL TABLET?

A: AB RESP XL TABLET is generally not recommended for use in pregnant women. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

Q: Can AB RESP XL TABLET be used in children?

A: AB RESP XL TABLET is generally not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

Q: Can AB RESP XL TABLET make you sleepy?

A: Yes. This medicine may make you feel sleepy or drowsy. Try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating any tools or machines while you are feeling dizzy. Do not consume too much of alcohol, as it can aggravate your dizziness. Consult your doctor if the symptom did not improve.

Q: Can AB RESP XL TABLET be used on an asthma attack?

A: No. AB RESP XL TABLET is only used to prevent or manage the symptoms of asthma. If your asthma or breathing gets worse suddenly, contact your doctor immediately or go to the hospital straight away to avoid further exacerbation of the attack. Meanwhile use a fast-acting rescue inhaler along with AB RESP XL TABLET.

Q: Can I stop using AB RESP XL TABLET once my symptoms subside?

A: No. Continue to use AB RESP XL TABLET as long as your doctor prescribes it to you. Do not stop using this medicine or reduce the dose suddenly without consulting your doctor as it may make it less effective.

REFERENCES

1. KD. Tripathi. Drugs for Cough and Bronchial Asthma. Essentials of medical pharmacology. Seventh edition. 2013. Page – 224.

2. Sumit Roy Tapadar, Maumita Das, Arunabha Datta Chaudhuri, Santanu Basak, and Anil Baran Singha Mahapatra. The Effect of Acebrophylline vs Sustained Release Theophylline in Patients of COPD- A Comparative Study. NIH. National Library of Medicine. National Center for Biotechnology Information. PMC. PubMed Central. September 2014. [Accessed on 9th January 2023] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4225926/

3. Cipla Ltd. Mucophylin Capsules (Acebrophylline). [Revised in November 2013] [Accessed on 27th December 2022] https://www.ciplamed.com/print-product-pdf/24147

4. Central Drugs Standard Control Organization. Acebrophylline capsules 100mg. May 2008. Acebrophylline SR Tablet 200 mg. November 2010. [Accessed on 9th January 2023] https://cdsco.gov.in/opencms/resources/UploadCDSCOWeb/2018/UploadApprovalMarketingFDC/LIST%20OF%20APPROVED%20DRUG%20FROM%2001-01-2008%20to%2031-12-2008.pdf

AUTHOR DETAILS

Written By Srilekha. R, B.Pharm
Last updated on 09 Jan 2023 | 06:28 PM(IST)

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