Breostar 100mg Capsule

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Composition FOR Breostar 100mg Capsule

Acebrophylline(100mg)

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alcohol interaction for Breostar Capsule

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lactation interaction for Breostar Capsule

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Breostar 100mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
Breostar 100mg Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Information regarding the use of Breostar 100mg Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Breostar 100mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Breostar 100mg Capsule

Acebrophylline(100mg)

Breostar capsule uses

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

How breostar capsule works

Breostar 100mg Capsule 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 breostar capsule

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 Breostar Capsule

  • 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 Breostar 100mg Capsule

Acebrophylline

Q. Does birth control pills have any effect on Breostar 100mg Capsule?
If you are taking birth control pills, dose of Breostar 100mg Capsule need to be reduced as birth control pills may interfere with clearance of Breostar 100mg Capsule, increasing its levels and chances of side effects.
Q. How should Breostar 100mg Capsule be taken?
Breostar 100mg 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 Breostar 100mg Capsule?
One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with Breostar 100mg Capsule. 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 Breostar 100mg Capsule be avoided?
Breostar 100mg Capsule should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, Breostar 100mg 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 Breostar 100mg Capsule.
Q. Is Breostar 100mg Capsule the same as theophylline?
Breostar 100mg 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 Breostar 100mg Capsule 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)