AB-Gam SR Tablet

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Composition FOR AB-Gam 200mg Tablet SR

Acebrophylline(200mg)

food interaction for AB-Gam Tablet SR

alcohol interaction for AB-Gam Tablet SR

pregnancy interaction for AB-Gam Tablet SR

lactation interaction for AB-Gam Tablet SR

food
alcohol
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lactation
AB-Gam SR Tablet is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
AB-Gam SR Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Information regarding the use of AB-Gam SR Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of AB-Gam SR Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR AB-Gam 200mg Tablet SR

Acebrophylline(200mg)

Ab-gam tablet sr uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of asthma, bronchitis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

How ab-gam tablet sr works

AB-Gam SR Tablet 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.

Common side effects of ab-gam tablet sr

Vomiting, Abdominal pain, 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, High white blood cell count, Nasal inflammation

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Expert advice FOR AB-Gam Tablet SR

  • You have been prescribed Acebrophylline for prevention and treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
  • It should be taken at the same time each day, preferably in the evening after food.
  • It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Always keep a fast-acting (rescue) inhaler with you.
  • Your doctor may take regular blood test to monitor potassium level and the level of this medicine in your body.
  • Notify your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney, liver or heart disease, or if you have a smoking history. Your dose may need to be adjusted.
  • Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.

Frequently asked questions FOR AB-Gam 200mg Tablet SR

Acebrophylline

Q. Does birth control pills have any effect on AB-Gam SR Tablet?
If you are taking birth control pills, dose of AB-Gam SR Tablet need to be reduced as birth control pills may interfere with clearance of AB-Gam SR Tablet, increasing its levels and chances of side effects.
Q. How should AB-Gam SR Tablet be taken?
AB-Gam 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 AB-Gam SR Tablet?
One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with AB-Gam 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.
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Q. When should AB-Gam SR Tablet be avoided?
AB-Gam SR Tablet should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, AB-Gam 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 AB-Gam SR Tablet.
Q. Is AB-Gam SR Tablet the same as theophylline?
AB-Gam 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 AB-Gam SR Tablet works as an added advantage over theophylline. Moreover, it also reduces the need for other medicine used to treat asthma, like salbutamol.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)