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Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet is used to treat asthma. It contains Bambuterol and Montelukast which work by relaxing muscles and widening the airways, making breathing easier. It also reduces inflammation and swelling in the nose. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, flu-like symptoms, sleep disturbance, and muscle cramps. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Written By Dr. Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta , PharmD (PB)
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
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More about the Product

Composition :

BAMBUTEROL-10MG+MONTELUKAST-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Seagull Laboratories (I) Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Dec-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet

Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet is an oral prescription medication used to prevent and manage chronic breathing difficulties. It is primarily prescribed for people with asthma to help control long-term airway inflammation and narrowing. In some cases, it may also be used for certain people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) under specialist guidance. This medicine helps keep the airways open over time and reduces the risk of asthma symptoms and flare-ups. This information is for educational purposes only and does not replace your doctor's advice. Always follow your healthcare provider's instructions.

To get the best results, take Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet regularly every day, even when you do not have wheezing or breathing difficulty. It is usually taken once daily, with or without food, as directed by your healthcare provider. Incorporating simple lifestyle habits, such as avoiding dust, smoke, and other known triggers while maintaining clean indoor air, can further support your treatment.

While taking Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet, some people may experience mild side effects such as slight shaking of the hands, headache, or muscle cramps. These effects are often temporary as your body adjusts to the medicine. Contact your doctor promptly if you develop severe symptoms such as irregular heartbeats or significant changes in mood, behaviour, or sleep.

Before starting this medication, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, thyroid problems, kidney disease, or liver disease. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to montelukast, bambuterol, or any of the other ingredients.

This medicine can interact with certain medications, including some blood pressure medicines and anti-seizure medicines, which may affect how well it works or increase the risk of side effects. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, breastfeeding, elderly, or have other medical conditions, consult your doctor before starting Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet.

Uses of Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet

  • Asthma management: Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet helps prevent asthma symptoms such as wheezing, chest tightness, coughing, and shortness of breath by reducing airway inflammation and keeping the airways relaxed.
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): In selected patients, this medicine may be used under specialist supervision to help manage long-term breathing difficulties associated with COPD. It is primarily indicated for asthma, and its use in COPD depends on your doctor's clinical judgment.
  • Prevention of exercise-induced breathing difficulty: Regular use may help reduce exercise-related narrowing of the airways as advised by your doctor.

Key Benefits

Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet provides dual-action support to make breathing easier throughout the day and night. By relaxing the muscles around your airways and reducing airway inflammation, it helps lower the chance of chest tightness and breathing discomfort that can interfere with your daily activities.

For many people, better long-term asthma control also improves sleep quality by reducing nighttime coughing and wheezing. With regular use, it may help you stay active and carry out daily activities more comfortably and confidently.

Side effects of Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet
  • Approach calmly, use a non-threatening tone, actively listen, validate concerns, and provide clear instructions.
  • Practice environmental changes like adjusting lighting, noise levels, and providing a safe space.
  • Recognizing and praising desired behaviors.
  • Maintaining consistent schedules for daily activities.
  • Try to engage in calming activities to redirect focus.
  • Restlessness is related to mental health and needs medical attention if it's severe.
  • Regular practice of meditation and yoga can help calm your mind. This can reduce restlessness.
  • Prevent smoking as it can impact your calmness of body and mind.
  • Talk to your friends and family about restlessness, who can provide a solution for why you feel restless.
  • Get sufficient sleep for a minimum of 6-7 hours to reduce restlessness.
Here are the steps to manage medication-triggered tremors or involuntary shaking:
  • Notify your doctor immediately if you experience tremors or involuntary shaking after taking medication or adjusting your medication regimen.
  • Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen or recommend alternative techniques like relaxation, meditation, or journaling to alleviate tremor symptoms.
  • Your doctor may direct you to practice stress-reducing techniques, such as deep breathing exercises, yoga, or journaling.
  • Regular physical activity, such as walking or jogging, can help reduce anxiety and alleviate tremor symptoms.
  • Your doctor may recommend lifestyle changes, such as avoiding caffeine, getting enough sleep, and staying hydrated, to help manage tremors.
  • Maintain regular follow-up appointments with your doctor to monitor tremor symptoms and adjust treatment plans as needed.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.
Here are the step-by-step strategies to manage the side effects of "indigestion" caused by medication usage:
  • Take medications with food (if recommended): It can help prevent stomach distress and indigestion.
  • Eat smaller, more frequent meals: Divide daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to ease digestion.
  • Avoid trigger foods: Identify and avoid foods that trigger indigestion, such as spicy, fatty, or acidic foods.
  • Stay upright after eating: Sit or stand upright for at least 1-2 hours after eating to prevent stomach acid from flowing into the oesophagus.
  • Avoid carbonated drinks: Avoid drinking carbonated beverages, such as soda or beer, which can worsen indigestion.
  • Manage stress: To alleviate indigestion, engage in stress-reducing activities like deep breathing exercises or meditation.
  • Consult a doctor if needed: If indigestion worsens or persists, consult a healthcare professional to adjust the medication regimen or explore alternative treatments.

Directions for Use

  • Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Swallow Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, break, or chew it.

How Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet Works

MONTELUKAST+BAMBUTEROL is a combination of Montelukast and Bambuterol. Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist. It blocks leukotrienes, chemicals that cause airway swelling, mucus production, and narrowing, helping reduce inflammation and improve asthma control. Bambuterol is a long-acting bronchodilator and a prodrug of terbutaline (a beta-2 agonist). It is converted into terbutaline in the body, which relaxes the muscles around the airways and keeps them open for easier breathing.
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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet as it can worsen your side effects like drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet is recommended to use with caution and under doctor's supervision during pregnancy since it relaxes the womb. Please consult your doctor if you are planning to conceive or already pregnant before starting Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

There is limited data on how Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before starting Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet.

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Driving

Caution

Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience drowsiness or difficulty in concentrating while using Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet. Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet may affect your ability to drive. Seek medical attention if the symptoms persist longer.

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Liver

Caution

Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of hepatic impairment caused by alcohol use or cirrhosis or any other form of liver disease, since it may cause decreased metabolism of Montelukast. Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet may also cause liver enzyme changes. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet.

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Kidney

Caution

Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet.

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Children

Caution

Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet is not recommended for use for children less than two years of age. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor depending upon the condition of the child's disease and age.

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Heart

Caution

Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet should be taken with caution in patients with heart disease. Please consult your physician.

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Geriatrics

Safe if prescribed

Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet is safe for use in elderly patients if prescribed by the physician.

What if I have taken an overdose of Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet

If you accidentally take more than your prescribed dose, seek immediate medical attention or contact a local poison control center. Symptoms of an overdose may include severe shaking, rapid heart rate, headache, and extreme restlessness.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • If you accidentally take more than your prescribed dose, seek immediate medical attention or contact a local poison control center. Symptoms of an overdose may include severe shaking, rapid heart rate, headache, and extreme restlessness.
  • Identify and avoid your personal asthma triggers, such as dust mites, pollen, pet dander, and strong chemical fumes.
  • Stay well-hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day to help thin any mucus in your airways.
    Avoid exposure to tobacco smoke, as active or passive smoking severely reduces the effectiveness of your lung medications.
  • Practice deep breathing exercises recommended by your doctor or respiratory therapist to improve lung capacity.
  • Limit your intake of highly caffeinated beverages like coffee, energy drinks, and strong tea, as caffeine can compound the mild shaking or rapid heart rate caused by this medicine.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet to start to work: The time required for Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet to show its action is unknown. The time for which the effects of Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet last: The duration of action for Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet is clinically unknown.

What if you forget to take Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Storage

• Store Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet tablets at room temperature, ideally between 15°C and 30°C. • Keep the tablets in their original blister packaging to protect them from moisture and direct light.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not use Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet to treat a sudden asthma attack. Always carry your prescribed quick-relief rescue inhaler for emergencies.
  • Montelukast has been associated with serious neuropsychiatric side effects, including changes in mood, behaviour, sleep, anxiety, depression, and, rarely, suicidal thoughts or actions. If you or your family notice any unusual psychological or behavioural changes, contact your doctor promptly for medical advice.
  • Inform your doctor or dentist that you are taking this medication before undergoing any surgery or dental procedure.
  • Attend any follow-up appointments or monitoring recommended by your doctor, particularly if you have liver disease or other long-term medical conditions.
  • Do not share this medicine with anyone else, even if they have similar symptoms.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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  • Beta-blockers (e.g., propranolol): It may reduce the bronchodilator effect of the bambuterol (terbutaline) component and may worsen breathing problems.
  • Anti-seizure medications (e.g., phenytoin, carbamazepine): It may reduce the effectiveness of the montelukast component by increasing its breakdown in the body.
  • Steroids or diuretics (water pills): Taking these medicines together with bambuterol may increase the risk of low potassium levels, so your doctor may monitor you if necessary.
No Drug - Drug interactions found in our data. We may lack specific data on this medicine and are actively working to update our database. Consult your doctor for personalized advice

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Drug-Food Interactions

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  • Caffeine: Large amounts of caffeine from coffee, tea, or sodas can increase the risk of side effects like tremors, anxiety, and a fast heart rate.
No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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FAQs

Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet is used to treat asthma.
Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet consists of Bambuterol and Montelukast. Bambuterol is a bronchodilator that works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist that blocks leukotrienes (chemicals released in response when a body comes in contact with an allergen) and reduces inflammation and swelling in the nose.
Take Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet should preferably be taken after food to avoid any stomach discomfort or upset stomach.
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.
Therapy with leukotriene receptor antagonists like Montelukast may worsen the symptoms of psychotic events in patients with a history of mental illness. Careful administration and monitoring are essential before taking Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet in patients with neuropsychiatric disorders. Please consult your doctor before taking Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet if you have been diagnosed or have a history of mental illness like depression, seizures (fits) etc.
It is essential to let your doctor know if you have any history of liver, kidney, and pulmonary disorders, neuropsychiatric disorders like seizures (fits) and depression, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) before taking Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet.
Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet should be used with caution in people with liver or kidney impairment. Please consult the doctor if you have liver or kidney problems before starting Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet.
The common side effects of Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet include nausea, cough, vomiting, diarrhoea, flu-like symptoms, and sleep disturbance. Most of these side effects of Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, please reach out to your doctor.
Consult the doctor before taking other medications along with Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet. Talk to the doctor if you are taking steroids, theophylline, propranolol, medicines used to treat glaucoma and ipratropium-containing drugs.
Overdose of Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet may cause symptoms like stomach pain, vomiting, thirst, headache, sleepiness, and restlessness or agitation. If you notice any of these symptoms consult your doctor immediately.
No. Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet is a long-term controller medicine and does not act quickly enough to relieve a sudden asthma attack. Always use your prescribed rescue inhaler for sudden breathing problems. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure which medicine is your rescue inhaler.
Asthma symptoms often become worse during the night or early morning. Taking Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet in the evening may help provide better symptom control overnight. However, always follow the dosing schedule recommended by your doctor..
Alcohol does not have a major known interaction with this medicine, but it may worsen dizziness or drowsiness in some people and may aggravate asthma symptoms in susceptible individuals. If you choose to drink alcohol, do so cautiously and discuss any concerns with your doctor.
The safety of this medicine during pregnancy has not been fully established. Your doctor will carefully weigh the benefits of maintaining good asthma control against any possible risks before prescribing it. If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Mild hand tremors are a common side effect of the bambuterol (terbutaline) component and often improve as your body adjusts to treatment. If the tremor becomes severe, persistent, or is associated with chest pain or a rapid heartbeat, contact your doctor.
Montelukast, one of the active ingredients in this medicine, carries an FDA boxed warning about the risk of serious neuropsychiatric side effects, including mood changes, anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, and, rarely, suicidal thoughts or behaviour. These reactions are uncommon but should be taken seriously. If you or your family notice any unusual changes in mood, behaviour, or sleep, contact your doctor promptly for advice before making any changes to your treatment. Do not stop taking the medicine unless your doctor advises you to do so.
No. Continue taking Broncocet-Forte NF Tablet for as long as your doctor recommends, even if your symptoms improve. Stopping treatment without medical advice may lead to loss of asthma control and worsening symptoms. Speak with your doctor before making any changes to your treatment plan.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

569, Phase-Ix, Industrial Area, Mohali-160062.
Other Info - BR29346
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