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Rofaday Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

ROFLUMILAST-500MCG

Uses:

Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Medicinal Benefits:

Rofaday Tablet contains Roflumilast, which helps in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Roflumilast works by relaxing the airway in the lungs and making it easier to breathe. In addition to this, roflumilast also helps treat the symptoms. It is generally a long-term treatment.

FAQs

Rofaday Tablet is used to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

No, it is a prescribed drug, given by a physician for preventing specific medical conditions. Taking it on your own can cause unwanted side-effects.

Please take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

It is essential to let your doctor know if you have any history of liver disease, cancer, heart disease, current/past infections, mental/mood disorders (depression, thoughts of suicide), unexplained/extreme weight loss, immune system disorders.

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

No, Rofaday Tablet does not relieve sudden symptoms such as shortness of breath. Therefore, it is advised to carry a rescue inhaler always to treat sudden symptoms.

Rofaday Tablet works by relaxing the airways in your lungs, making breathing easier. It also helps prevent flare-ups and worsening symptoms associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

The common side effects of Rofaday Tablet include diarrhoea, nausea, stomach ache, weight decrease, and headache in some cases. Most of these side effects of Rofaday Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please get in touch with your doctor.

No, Rofaday Tablet is not a methylxanthine. It is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor medication used to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and works by reducing inflammation in the lungs. On the other hand, methylxanthines are a separate group of medications that work by relaxing the smooth muscles of the airways, helping to widen the air passages and ease breathing.

No, Rofaday Tablet is neither a steroid nor a narcotic. It is a type of medication called a phosphodiesterase inhibitor. Unlike steroids, which are often used to reduce inflammation, Rofaday Tablet has a different structure and works differently. It works by targeting certain enzymes to help open the airways. Additionally, Rofaday Tablet is not a narcotic, so it does not cause feelings of euphoria or lead to addiction, as narcotics do.

Rofaday Tablet may take several weeks to show its full effects. It usually takes 4 weeks or more before you start noticing improvements in your symptoms. However, results can vary from person to person. Be sure to continue taking the medication for the duration prescribed by your doctor to achieve the best outcome.