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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet is used to treat respiratory diseases associated with excess mucus. It contains Ambroxol and Levofloxacin which inhibit bacterial growth and thin & loosen mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, headache, and dizziness. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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About Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet

Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called 'respiratory stimulants' (cough/sputum thinner) primarily used to treat acute (short term) and chronic (long term) respiratory diseases associated with excess mucus. Acute respiratory diseases are initially associated with dry, irritating cough, hoarseness in laryngitis (swelling of the voice box), or burning sensation in the chest due to bronchitis (swelling of the lining of bronchial tubes). Then, wet mucus forms, and continuous coughing out of sputum occurs. In chronic respiratory diseases, dry irritating cough and wet cough with mucus occur.

Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet consists of two medicines: Ambroxol (dilutes viscous cough) and Levofloxacin (antibiotic). Ambroxol is a mucolytic that thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough. Levofloxacin comes into the category of antibiotic medicines that stop bacterial growth by inhibiting the two enzymes (bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase) required for bacterial cell growth. As a result, bacterial cells are not able to reproduce and grow. It is a bacteriostatic antibiotic, i.e., it stops bacteria's growth but does not necessarily kill them. The addition of ambroxol enhances the antibacterial effect of levofloxacin.

Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet should be taken as advised by your doctor. Take Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet with/without food and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it. Some people may experience common side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), and allergic reactions. Most of these side effects of Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.

Before taking this Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines other than Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet. Before taking Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you have liver and kidney diseases. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet. Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet should be used with caution in gastric ulcer patients, epilepsy, and muscle disorders. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet.

Uses of Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet

Treatment of Respiratory tract infection

Directions for Use

• Dioben AM 500mg/75mg 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 Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.• Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet consists of two medicines, namely: Ambroxol (dilutes viscous cough) and Levofloxacin (antibiotic), belongs to a class of drugs called 'respiratory stimulants' primarily used to treat acute (short term) and chronic (long term) respiratory diseases associated with excess mucus. Ambroxol is a mucolytic that thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. Levofloxacin comes into the category of antibiotic medicines that stop bacterial growth by inhibiting the two enzymes (bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase) required for bacterial cell growth. As a result, bacterial cells are not able to reproduce and grow. It is a bacteriostatic antibiotic, i.e., it stops bacteria's growth but does not necessarily kill them. The addition of ambroxol enhances the antibacterial effect of levofloxacin.

How Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet Works

Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet consists of two medicines: Ambroxol (dilutes viscous cough) and Levofloxacin (antibiotic). Ambroxol is a mucolytic that thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough. Levofloxacin comes into the category of antibiotic medicines that stop bacterial growth by inhibiting the two enzymes (bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase) required for bacterial cell growth. As a result, bacterial cells are not able to reproduce and grow. It is a bacteriostatic antibiotic, i.e., it stops bacteria's growth but does not necessarily kill them. The addition of ambroxol enhances the antibacterial effect of levofloxacin.

Storage

stored at room temperature below 30°C

What if I have taken an overdose of Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet

Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it might cause an overdose. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Drug Warnings

Before taking this Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines other than Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet. Before taking Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you have liver and kidney diseases. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet. Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet should be used with caution in gastric ulcer patients, epilepsy, and muscle disorders. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet. During the treatment, you must take adequate rest for a faster recovery. While on the medication, your doctor may ask for a few laboratory and diagnostic tests to know the effects of Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet on your body.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet:
Combining Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet with Disopyramide can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm .

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet with Disopyramide is not recommended, as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or pounding heartbeats, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet:
Using sotalol together with Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet with Sotalol is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or pounding heartbeats, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet:
Taking Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet with Ziprasidone is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet:
The combination of Amiodarone and Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet may significantly raise the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Despite the fact that Amiodarone and Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet interact, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you get dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or racing heartbeats, consult a doctor. Do not stop taking any medications without visiting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Glimepiride with Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet can affect blood glucose levels. Both hyperglycemia (high blood glucose) and, less frequently, hypoglycemia (low blood glucose) have been reported.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet with Glimepiride can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Consult the prescriber if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, headache, nervousness, confusion, tremors, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, and rapid heartbeat, increased urination, increased thirst, or increased hunger. Monitoring of blood glucose levels is advised. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet:
Taking Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet with escitalopram increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Concomitant administration of Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet with escitalopram can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, get medical help immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LevofloxacinMipomersen
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How does the drug interact with Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet and Mipomersen may increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet with Mipomersen together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you have any of these symptoms - fever, chills, joint pain, swelling, bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, bleeding or liver damage - make sure to contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet:
Taking Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet with ceritinib increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet with ceritinib, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, get medical help immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet:
Blood glucose levels can be affected by Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet when taken in conjunction with nateglinide. They may cause hyperglycemia (high blood glucose) and, less commonly, hypoglycemia (low blood glucose).

How to manage the interaction:
Although concomitant administration of Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet with nateglinide can result in an interaction, they can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Inform doctor if you experience hypoglycemia (low blood glucose) or hyperglycemia (high blood glucose), or if you have a lack of blood glucose control. Headache, dizziness, sleepiness, anxiety, confusion, a shaking sensation, nausea, hunger, weakness, sweat, palpitation, and fast pulse are all symptoms of hypoglycemia. Hyperglycemia symptoms may include increased thirst, increased appetite, and increased urine. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LevofloxacinTolbutamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet:
Blood glucose levels can be affected by Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet when taken in conjunction with tolbutamide. They may cause hyperglycemia (high blood glucose) and, less commonly, hypoglycemia (low blood glucose).

How to manage the interaction:
Although concomitant administration of Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet with tolbutamide can result in an interaction, they can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Inform doctor if you experience hypoglycemia (low blood glucose) or hyperglycemia (high blood glucose), or if you have a lack of blood glucose control. Headache, dizziness, sleepiness, anxiety, confusion, a shaking sensation, nausea, hunger, weakness, sweat, palpitation, and fast pulse are all symptoms of hypoglycemia. Hyperglycemia symptoms may include increased thirst, increased appetite, and increased urine. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet as directed by the doctor and at regular intervals. Do not use other over-the-counter medications, herbal or vitamin supplements without informing your pharmacist or doctor when you take Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet.
  • Know your triggers, like allergens, such as pollen, dust, and food items, that make your condition severe.
  • Quit smoking and avoid passive smoking. Smoking also reduces the effectiveness of the medicine.
  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system.
  • Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.
  • Drink warm fluids while you take Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet to help loosen congestion and lubricate the throat.

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RESPIRATORY STIMULANTS
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Alcohol

Caution

Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet with alcohol may cause unpleasant effects. So please consult your doctor before taking Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits outweigh the potential risks. So please consult your doctor before taking Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet should be used with caution in breastfeeding mothers as it may cause risk to the baby through breast milk. So please consult your doctor before taking Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet.

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Driving

Caution

Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet may decrease alertness and affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

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Liver

Caution

Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. A dose adjustment of Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor before taking Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet.

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Kidney

Caution

Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. A dose adjustment of Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor before taking Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet.

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Children

Caution

Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet should be used with caution in children because dose adjustments were made by your doctor based on the children's height and weight. So please consult your doctor before taking Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet.

Have a query?

FAQs

Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet is used to treat respiratory tract infections.

Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet consists of two medicines: Ambroxol (dilutes viscous cough) and Levofloxacin (antibiotic). Ambroxol is a mucolytic that thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough. Levofloxacin is an antibiotic that stops bacterial growth by inhibiting the two enzymes (bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase) required for bacterial cell growth. The addition of ambroxol enhances the antibacterial effect of levofloxacin.

Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet may cause common side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), and allergic reactions. Most of these side effects of Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.

Do not stop taking Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet even if you feel better because you may feel better by the action of Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet before the infection is completely cured.

It is advised to tell your doctor if using contraceptives to prevent pregnancy as Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet may make contraceptives less effective.

Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet should not be taken in patients with seizures or fits as it might worsen your condition. So please consult your doctor before taking Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet.

Inform your doctor if your symptoms are not relieved after completing the full course of Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet. If you notice any undesirable effects that bother you while taking Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet, consult your doctor.

If you miss taking a dose Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet, then take it as soon as you remember and if it is the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dose. Avoid taking more to make up for the missed one.

Dioben AM 500mg/75mg Tablet causes side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, headache, dizziness, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), acute kidney failure, allergic reactions, and arrhythmia. Please consult a doctor immediately if any of these side effects persist longer.

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