Acilex-SR 200mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Acilex-SR 200mg Tablet

Acebrophylline(200mg)

food interaction for Acilex-SR Tablet

alcohol interaction for Acilex-SR Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Acilex-SR Tablet

lactation interaction for Acilex-SR Tablet

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

Acebrophylline(200mg)

Acilex-sr tablet uses

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

How acilex-sr tablet works

Acilex-SR 200mg 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 acilex-sr tablet

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

SUBSTITUTES FOR Acilex-SR Tablet

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Expert advice FOR Acilex-SR Tablet

  • 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 Acilex-SR 200mg Tablet

Acebrophylline

Q. Does birth control pills have any effect on Acilex-SR 200mg Tablet?
If you are taking birth control pills, dose of Acilex-SR 200mg Tablet need to be reduced as birth control pills may interfere with clearance of Acilex-SR 200mg Tablet, increasing its levels and chances of side effects.
Q. How should Acilex-SR 200mg Tablet be taken?
Acilex-SR 200mg 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 Acilex-SR 200mg Tablet?
One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with Acilex-SR 200mg 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 Acilex-SR 200mg Tablet be avoided?
Acilex-SR 200mg Tablet should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, Acilex-SR 200mg 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 Acilex-SR 200mg Tablet.
Q. Is Acilex-SR 200mg Tablet the same as theophylline?
Acilex-SR 200mg 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 Acilex-SR 200mg 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)