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Roflutab 500mcg Tablet


Product introduction

Roflutab 500mcg Tablet is used to prevent chronic obstructive pulmonary disease(COPD), group of lung disorders in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked and chronic bronchitis. It works by opening the airways and makes breathing easier.

Roflutab 500mcg Tablet is used in the treatment of some breathing disorders due to swelling and redness in the lungs

Benefits of Roflutab Tablet

In Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Roflutab 500mcg Tablet 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 Roflutab Tablet

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 Roflutab

  • Headache
  • Weight loss
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Decreased appetite
  • Abdominal pain

How to use Roflutab Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Roflutab 500mcg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Roflutab 500mcg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Roflutab 500mcg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Roflutab 500mcg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Roflutab 500mcg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Roflutab 500mcg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Roflutab 500mcg Tablet is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Roflutab 500mcg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Roflutab 500mcg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Roflutab 500mcg Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe liver disease.

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Quick tips

  • Roflutab 500mcg Tablet is used to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
  • It should not be used for sudden attacks of breathlessness (acute bronchospasm).
  • Consult your doctor if you experience unexplained and significant weight loss while on treatment.
  • Avoid smoking and minimise your exposure to pollution, dust, and fumes. Along with that, a little exercise each day can help you stay strong.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Benzamides Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Phosphodiesterase-IV inhibitors (COPD)

Patient concerns

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i m suffering from breathing problem cough chest infame . Do tell chronic obstructive pulmonary disease .So tell which medicines should i take to treat this problem.
Dr. Anshum Aneja Arora
Pulmonology
It is less likely you have copd at this age You need detailed check up and spirometry test for same
What is chronic pulmonary thromboembolism?
Dr. Saurabh Arora
Cardiology
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FAQs

Is Roflutab 500mcg Tablet a methylxanthine?

No. Roflutab 500mcg Tablet is not a methylxanthine and works via a different mechanism of action

Is Roflutab 500mcg Tablet available in India?

Yes. Roflutab 500mcg Tablet is available in India in the form of 500 mcg tablet

Is Roflutab 500mcg Tablet a steroid/ narcotic?

No. Roflutab 500mcg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called phosphodiesterase inhibitors. It does not have a chemical structure or effects similar to steroids. It does not induce sleep and is not a narcotic drug

What is Roflutab 500mcg Tablet used for?

Roflutab 500mcg Tablet is used as a maintenance treatment for severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD; a group of lung disorders in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked) in patients with frequent worsening of COPD symptoms (COPD exacerbations) and with long-term inflammation of airways (chronic bronchitis)

How does Roflutab 500mcg Tablet work?

Roflutab 500mcg Tablet is used to prevent worsening of symptoms in patients with severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD; a group of lung disorders in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked) and long-term inflammation of airways (chronic bronchitis)

How long does Roflutab 500mcg Tablet take to work?

Roflutab 500mcg Tablet may need to be taken for several weeks to achieve its effects and may vary upon individual response. Please follow advice of your doctor regarding dose and duration.

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Marketer details

Name: Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Sarkhej-Dholka Road, Bhat, Ahmedabad-382 210, INDIA.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Roflutab 500mcg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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