Acetylcysteine+Acebrophylline
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Molecule Summary
| Uses | COPD |
| Therapy | Drugs For Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease |
| Side Effects | Headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, stomach discomfort, diarrhoea, constipation, heartburn, sleepiness, skin rashes, itching, difficulty in breathing |
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Molecule Description
Acetylcysteine+Acebrophylline contains a combination of two medicines: Acetylcysteine and Acebrophylline. It is used in adult patients to treat a type of lung disease known as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). It should be taken as directed by your doctor, in the correct doses and for the exact duration prescribed. Do not miss any doses or cease taking this medicine unless instructed to do so by your doctor. Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding, and provide details regarding your medical history.
Uses
Acetylcysteine+Acebrophylline is used in adults for the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
Contraindications
When should one not use Acetylcysteine+Acebrophylline
- If you are allergic to Acetylcysteine, Acebrophylline or any other ingredients of this medicine.
- If you have heart problems such as fast or irregular heartbeats, heart failure, low blood pressure, unstable blood pressure, etc.
- If you have problems with your liver or kidneys.
- If you are below 18 years of age.
Side effects
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach discomfort
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
- Heartburn
- Sleepiness
- Skin rashes, itching
- Difficulty in breathing
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You are suffering from any heart problems.
- You have problems with your liver or kidneys.
- You have an overactive thyroid gland.
- You have an ulcer in your stomach or intestines.
- You have asthma or fits.
- You suffer from any viral infection.
- You develop an allergic reaction after using Acetylcysteine+Acebrophylline.
- You do not notice any improvement in your condition while on treatment.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
- Acetylcysteine+Acebrophylline works by the combined action of Acetylcysteine and Acebrophylline.
- Acebrophylline acts by relaxing the smooth muscles of airways and induces the release of pulmonary surfactants which helps in clearing the congestion.
- Acetylcysteine works by breaking down and loosening the thick phlegm, making it runny and easy to cough up, thus clearing the airway.
Dosage
Overdose
Symptoms of an overdose may include nausea, vomiting (often severe), stomach pain, diarrhoea, restlessness, fits, fast heartbeats. Seek medical attention in case you have consumed too much Acetylcysteine+Acebrophylline.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed taking any dose of Acetylcysteine+Acebrophylline, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.
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