Alupent 10mg Tablet
Alupent 10 MG Description
Alupent 10 tablet is an anti-asthmatic medicine. It contains orciprenaline as its active medicine. It is useful in treating patients with breathing difficulty due to the narrowing of airways as in as
thma, infection of the lungs like in tuberculosis, sarcoidosis, allergic conditions like chronic bronchitis, silicosis and some cancerous conditions of the lungs. Take this medicine as suggested by the doctor and in the doses and duration prescribed. Do not stop taking the medicine on your own. Before using this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹46.20 |
You Save | ₹6.30 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Orciprenaline(10.0 Mg) |
Uses | Breathing difficulties |
Side effects | Dizziness, headache, vomiting, nausea |
Therapy | ANTI-ASTHMATIC |
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Uses of Alupent 10 MG
- To treat bronchial asthma.
- For the treatment of breathing difficulties due to narrowing and swelling of airways (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, chronic bronchitis, silicosis).
- Abnormal enlargement or damage of air spaces present in the lungs (pulmonary emphysema).
Contraindications of Alupent 10 MG
- If you are allergic to orciprenaline or any other ingredients of Alupent 10 tablet.
- If you have a condition with irregular and fast heartbeats.
- If you have a heart-related disorder called hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy.
Side effects of Alupent 10 MG
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Shakiness
- Headache
- Dizziness
Precautions and Warnings of Alupent 10 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- Your condition does not improve over time or worsens after taking this medicine.
- You are suffering from high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma (increased pressure in the eyes), hyperthyroidism, or disorders of the heart.
- You experience an allergic reaction like rashes, swelling, or breathing difficulty.
Mode of Action of Alupent 10 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Alupent 10 MG
- Take Alupent 10 tablet as a whole with a sufficient amount of water.
- This medicine can be taken with or without meals or as directed by your doctor.
- Do not break, crush or chew the medicine.
- Take at the same time every day for optimal results.
Interactions of Alupent 10 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Alupent 10 tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Concomitant use of Alupent 10 tablet with other medicines of the same class (sympathomimetic agents) is not recommended since the combined use may lead to side effects on the heart.
- Avoid taking this medicine along with medicines such as epinephrine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors used in brain disease since the action of these medicines may be enhanced.
- Concomitant use of inhaled anesthetics should be avoided as it may lead to an increased risk of heart-related side effects.
Storage and disposal of Alupent 10 MG
- Alupent 10 tablet should be stored away from direct sunlight at a temperature below 30º C.
- Store out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Alupent 10 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
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Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
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Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is Alupent 10 tablet addictive?
Q: Can Alupent 10 tablet make me sleepy?
Q: Can Alupent 10 tablet make me gain weight?
Q: Can I take Alupent 10 tablet if I am a heart patient?
Q: What is Alupent 10 used for?
- Alupent 10 tablet is used for treating breathing difficulties due to the narrowing of airways in asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and bronchitis.
- It is also used to make breathing easier in infections of the lungs like tuberculosis, sarcoidosis, allergic conditions like silicosis and some cancerous conditions of the lungs.
Q: Can Alupent 10 be used in children?
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