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Prophylline Capsule Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

ACEBROPHYLLINE-100MG

Uses:

<p>Prophylline Capsule is used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The detailed uses of Prophylline Capsule are as follows:<br/> • Treats COPD: Prophylline Capsule helps to manage COPD symptoms by thinning mucus and reducing airway inflammation. This improves lung function and eases breathing difficulties.<br/> • Asthma: Prophylline Capsule is typically used for treating asthma symptoms like coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath by relaxing the muscles around the airways and improving airflow. <br/> • Respiratory Relief: Prophylline Capsule provides relief from respiratory issues like bronchitis and asthma, making it easier to breathe.<br/> • Mucus Clearance: Prophylline Capsule helps to thin and clear mucus from airways, easing breathing and improving lung function.<br/> • Cough Relief: Prophylline Capsule relieves coughs caused by colds or respiratory infections, making breathing easier and more comfortable.<br/> • Anti-inflammatory Effects: Prophylline Capsule may reduce airway inflammation, helping to alleviate swelling and irritation for better respiratory health.<br/> • Allergy Management: Prophylline Capsule can also be beneficial in managing allergy symptoms like congestion, promoting easier breathing, and better airflow.<br/></p>

Medicinal Benefits:

Prophylline Capsule is a bronchodilator and mucolytic (mucus thinner) agent that is used to treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Prophylline Capsule works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Additionally, Prophylline Capsule helps in thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe and nose. Therefore, it helps cough out easily and makes breathing easier by opening airways. Prophylline Capsule helps prevent an asthma attack and allows you to exercise freely if it is taken before exercise.

FAQs

Prophylline Capsule is used to prevent and treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs.

Prophylline Capsule should be used with caution in patients suffering from fits as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have a history of fits before taking Prophylline Capsule so that the dose may be adjusted or an alternate medicine may be prescribed.

No, you are not recommended to take erythromycin with Prophylline Capsule as co-administration of these medicines may increase the risk of adverse effects of Prophylline Capsule. However, please consult a doctor before using other medicines with Prophylline Capsule.

You are recommended to avoid taking Prophylline Capsule if you are allergic to acebrophylline, ambroxol, theophylline or suffering from irregular heartbeats, hemodynamic instability (unstable blood pressure), low blood pressure, liver or kidney disorders or had heart attack. However, inform your doctor if you have any of these conditions before taking Prophylline Capsule.

No, you are not recommended to smoke while taking Prophylline Capsule as it may reduce the effectiveness of Prophylline Capsule.

No, you are not recommended to stop taking Prophylline Capsule without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Prophylline Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Prophylline Capsule, please consult your doctor.

No, Prophylline Capsule does not relieve sudden asthma symptoms. Therefore, it is advised to carry a rescue inhaler always to treat sudden asthma symptoms.

No, Prophylline Capsule is not a steroid. Prophylline Capsule is a bronchodilator and mucolytic (mucus thinner) agent.

You are recommended to take Prophylline Capsule for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. The duration depends on the cause of illness and the underlying disease.

No. Prophylline Capsule is not an antibiotic.

Birth control pills may interfere with Prophylline Capsule clearance, increasing its levels and risk of side effects. Therefore, if you are taking birth control pills, inform your doctor as the dose of Prophylline Capsule needs to be reduced.

Prophylline Capsule should be taken exactly as advised by the doctor. Take it with food to avoid stomach upset. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not open, crush or chew it.

If you are taking furosemide along with Prophylline Capsule, you should take caution as combined use of these medicines may decrease potassium levels. Therefore, it is necessary to regularly monitor potassium levels.

Prophylline Capsule contains Acebrophylline, which works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Additionally, Prophylline Capsule also acts as a mucolytic (cough/sputum thinner) agent and helps in thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe and nose. Thereby, it helps cough out easily and makes breathing easier by opening airways.

You are recommended to avoid consuming large quantities of caffeine-containing food or drinks as it may increase the risk of side effects.

You are advised to consult your doctor before taking Prophylline Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Prophylline Capsule may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, heartburn, dizziness, and stomach discomfort. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Store Prophylline Capsule at room temperature. Protect from moisture. Keep it out of reach of children.