Acephilin 200 Tablet SR is used to treat and prevent symptoms of asthma, bronchitis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which flow of air to the lung is blocked). It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe.

Acephilin 200 Tablet SR is used to treat breathing difficulty due to asthma or heart failure

Uses of Acephilin Tablet SR

Benefits of Acephilin Tablet SR

In Treatment of Asthma

Acephilin 200 Tablet SR can help prevent the onset of an asthma attack if it is taken before exercise or exposure to some “triggers”. These may include house dust, pollen, pets and cigarette smoke. This medicine will allow you to exercise more freely without worrying about getting symptoms such as wheezing, coughing and shortness of breath. It allows you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.

In Treatment of Bronchitis

Bronchitis leads to chest congestion and wheezing. Acephilin 200 Tablet SR relieves symptoms of bronchitis by clearing congestion and relaxing airways.

In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Acephilin 200 Tablet SR helps the airways in your lungs stay open. It relaxes the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.

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Side effects of Acephilin Tablet SR

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Acephilin

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

How to use Acephilin Tablet SR

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Acephilin 200 Tablet SR is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Acephilin 200 Tablet SR may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Acephilin 200 Tablet SR during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Acephilin 200 Tablet SR during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

SAFE

Acephilin 200 Tablet SR does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Acephilin 200 Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Acephilin 200 Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Acephilin 200 Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Acephilin 200 Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Acephilin 200 Tablet SR 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Xanthinic Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

Theophylline & its derivatives

FAQs

Does birth control pills have any effect on Acephilin 200 Tablet SR?

If you are taking birth control pills, dose of Acephilin 200 Tablet SR need to be reduced as birth control pills may interfere with clearance of Acephilin 200 Tablet SR, increasing its levels and chances of side effects.

How should Acephilin 200 Tablet SR be taken?

Acephilin 200 Tablet SR should be taken strictly as advised by the doctor. To avoid an upset stomach it should be taken with food.

Is it okay to take furosemide along with Acephilin 200 Tablet SR?

One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with Acephilin 200 Tablet SR. This is because the combined use of these medicines may decrease the levels of potassium. Hence, regular monitoring of potassium levels is required.

When should Acephilin 200 Tablet SR be avoided?

Acephilin 200 Tablet SR should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, Acephilin 200 Tablet SR, 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 Acephilin 200 Tablet SR.

Is Acephilin 200 Tablet SR the same as theophylline?

Acephilin 200 Tablet SR 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 Acephilin 200 Tablet SR works as an added advantage over theophylline. Moreover, it also reduces the need for other medicine used to treat asthma, like salbutamol.

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