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AB Phylline Capsule

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Product introduction

AB Phylline Capsule 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.

AB Phylline Capsule is used to treat breathing difficulty due to asthma or heart failure

Uses of AB Phylline Capsule

Benefits of AB Phylline Capsule

In Treatment of Asthma

AB Phylline Capsule 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. AB Phylline Capsule relieves symptoms of bronchitis by clearing congestion and relaxing airways.

In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

AB Phylline Capsule 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.

Side effects of AB Phylline Capsule

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 AB Phylline

  • 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 AB Phylline Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. AB Phylline Capsule is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
AB Phylline Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of AB Phylline Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of AB Phylline Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
AB Phylline Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
AB Phylline Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of AB Phylline Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
AB Phylline Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of AB Phylline Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed AB Phylline Capsule 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
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Theophylline & its derivatives

Patient concerns

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I have chronic bronchitis and have stomach problem from 4 month I have take ab phyliine SR 200 for lungs and rabeprazole sodiuum (20 mg) and levosulpride( 75 mg ) for stomach as toxic are out with cough and I have nothing eat as I eat comes out. And vomiting. When I taken above drug no problem and when stopped the problem .will the disease is life long as blood pressure and eat medicine daily for whole life or problem may solve. Thanks
Dr. Anshum Aneja Arora
Pulmonology
You need evaluation for the nature and severity of bronchitis. Please readhttp://www.arohealth.com/bronchial-asthma/
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Hi , I am PATIENT 32 M, I am an asthama patient and as well as BP, now I ve lost prescription but i remem the tablet, But when i ask phramsist, He asked to get clarity on what i need, Suggested to take Montek. But is it Montek AB or Montek LC i have not noticed. I am a asthama Patient and i have Blood pressure as well, As suggested by For BP, I am taking Benetic A daily in evening befre going to sleep, For Asthama i am usiing Asthalin Inhaler. Recently when i have visted my he suggested me to take Montek in his prescription, Now i lost that entire file. Is it Montek LC or Montek AB. If you can please suggest me.
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
it should be Montek AB
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FAQs

Does birth control pills have any effect on AB Phylline Capsule?

If you are taking birth control pills, dose of AB Phylline Capsule need to be reduced as birth control pills may interfere with clearance of AB Phylline Capsule, increasing its levels and chances of side effects.

How should AB Phylline Capsule be taken?

AB Phylline Capsule 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 AB Phylline Capsule?

One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with AB Phylline Capsule. 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 AB Phylline Capsule be avoided?

AB Phylline Capsule should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, AB Phylline Capsule, 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 AB Phylline Capsule.

Is AB Phylline Capsule the same as theophylline?

AB Phylline Capsule 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 AB Phylline Capsule 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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