Alupent 10mg Tablet
By ZYDUS HEALTHCARE LIMITED
10 Tablet(s) in Strip
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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 | ₹39.90 |
| You Save | ₹12.60 (24% on MRP) |
| Contains | Orciprenaline(10.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Breathing difficulties |
| Side effects | Dizziness, headache, vomiting, nausea |
| Therapy | ANTI-ASTHMATIC |
Uses
- 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
- 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
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Shakiness
- Headache
- Dizziness
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Alupent 10 tablet during pregnancy?
A:
Limited information is available about the effect of Alupent 10 tablet in pregnant women. Take this medicine only if prescribed by your doctor.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Alupent 10 tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
Limited information is available about the effect of Alupent 10 tablet in breastfeeding women. Take this medicine if prescribed by your doctor.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Alupent 10 tablet?
A:
Alupent 10 tablet usually does not affect your ability to drive. If you experience any side effects after taking this medicine that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is suggested to avoid driving.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Alupent 10 tablet?
A:
No information is available on the effects of alcohol consumption with Alupent 10 tablet. Ask your doctor for advice on the use of alcohol with this medicine.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- 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
How Does It Work?
Alupent 10 tablet makes it easier for you to breathe in conditions causing breathing difficulty due to swelling and narrowing of your airways. This medicine works by widening your airways (bronchi) and thus makes breathing easier....
Directions for Use
- 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
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
- 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
Overdose
If you have taken more than the prescribed dose of Alupent 10 tablet, then contact your doctor or nearest hospital immediately.
Missed a Dose
If you missed a dose of Alupent 10 tablet, then take it as soon as you remember. 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....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is Alupent 10 tablet addictive?
A: No, Alupent 10 tablet is not addictive. You should take this medicine as and when prescribed by your doctor and not for an extended period than prescribed.
Q: Can Alupent 10 tablet make me sleepy?
A: No, Alupent 10 tablet does not make you sleepy or drowsy.
Q: Can Alupent 10 tablet make me gain weight?
A: No, Alupent 10 tablet has not been reported to cause a weight gain. However, if you are experiencing an abnormal weight gain, consult your doctor for the same and rule out any underlying condition or other ongoing medication (steroids) responsible for your weight gain.
Q: Can I take Alupent 10 tablet if I am a heart patient?
A: Alupent 10 tablet is a safe medicine but it should not be given to patients with some specific conditions of the heart. Tell your doctor about your medical history and ongoing medications. He will then decide whether Alupent 10 tablet is suitable for you or not. Do not self medicate.
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?
A: Alupent 10 tablet should only be used in children if it is recommended by your doctor. Do not give this medicine to your child on your own.
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