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Theobid 600mg Tablet


Product introduction

Theobid 600mg Tablet is used to treat and prevent symptoms of asthma 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.

Theobid 600mg Tablet is used to treat breathing difficulty due to asthma or heart failure

Benefits of Theobid Tablet

In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Theobid 600mg 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.

In Treatment and prevention of Asthma

Theobid 600mg Tablet 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.

Side effects of Theobid 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 Theobid

  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Upset stomach
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

How to use Theobid 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. Theobid 600mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Theobid Tablet works

Theobid 600mg Tablet is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles of the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Theobid 600mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Theobid 600mg 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
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Theobid 600mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoiding breastfeeding for 2-4 hours after Theobid 600mg Tablet can further decrease the exposure of medicine to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Theobid 600mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Theobid 600mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Theobid 600mg Tablet is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Theobid 600mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Theobid 600mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Theobid 600mg Tablet 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
Xanthines Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Theophylline & its derivatives

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
Old cough at morning last 15 years
Dr. Vijay Verma
ENT
can be bronchial asthma or COPD consult chest physician
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FAQs

How quickly does Theobid 600mg Tablet work?

Theobid 600mg Tablet starts acting quickly and you may notice improvement in symptoms within about half an hour of taking it. However, the medicine may take a little longer about 4-8 hours to show full effect. Consult your doctor if there is no considerable improvement in your symptoms.

What foods to avoid while taking Theobid 600mg Tablet?

While on Theobid 600mg Tablet you should avoid foods rich in caffeine like tea, cocoa, coffee, and chocolate. These foods can increase side effects associated with Theobid 600mg Tablet. In addition to that, you should avoid alcohol and tobacco while on Theobid 600mg Tablet. Discuss with your doctor if you are not sure or have any concerns regarding food restriction.

How should Theobid 600mg Tablet be taken?

Take the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Usually, it is prescribed to be taken twice a day. Do not crush or chew the tablets. The capsules can be taken whole or opened and the contents mixed with soft food and swallowed without chewing.

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References

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Marketer details

Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

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