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Aphyren N Tablet
Prescription Required
Salt Composition : Acebrophylline,acetylcysteine
Manufacturer : LA RENON HEALTHCARE PVT LTD
Origin of Medicine : India
10 Tablet(s) In A Strip
Introduction to Aphyren N Tablet
Aphyren N tablet medication contains an active component called acebrophylline + acetylcysteine. It belongs to a group known as anti-asthmatic. This medication is used to treat COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) and asthma. People who have allergies to the medicine or any of its ingredients should inform their doctor. Inform your doctor if you have phenylketonuria, angina attacks (tightness in your chest, neck, and arm), or cough before taking the medicine.
The safety and effectiveness of the drug have not been established in children under 12 years. So, it is recommended to consult your doctor before taking the drug. Consult your doctor if you are planning to get pregnant or think you may be pregnant or while you are breastfeeding. The medicine should be taken as per the doctor's instructions. The drug may cause nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain. So, it is recommended that you speak with your doctor if the condition worsens.
Uses of Aphyren N Tablet
- Chronic bronchopulmonary disease
- Acute bronchopulmonary disease
- Pulmonary complication of cystic fibrosis
- Bronchial asthma
- COPD (Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)
- Asthma
Therapeutic Effects of Aphyren N Tablet
Acebrophylline is involved in bronchodilation muco-regulation, reducing inflammation, and acetylcysteine is an antioxidant involved in mucolytic activity. The mucoprotein is involved in the secretion of mucus and cellular debris, increasing the mucus secretion in the lungs. Acetylcysteine, decreases the viscosity of mucus and is involved in pulmonary regulation activity.
Interaction of Aphyren N Tablet with other drugs
Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products you take or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with aphyren N tablet and can cause undesirable side effects.
More Information about Aphyren N Tablet
- Keep aphyren N tablet out of sight of children.
- Store below 30°C.
How to consume Aphyren N Tablet
Take the aphyren N tablet as your physician advises. Take medicine at a fixed time. Do not crush, chew, or open the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition. Only stop taking the tablet if your doctor advises you to stop.
Safety Advices for Aphyren N Tablet
Pregnancy
Aphyren N tablet may pass through the placenta of pregnant women. Notify your healthcare professional if you are pregnant or planning to have a baby think you may be pregnant.
Breast Feeding
It is unknown whether aphyren N tablet are excreted in breast milk. So, before starting the treatment, inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Consult your doctor for more information.
Lungs
It is unknown whether aphyren N tablet is safe for patients with lung problems. Inform your physician if you have any lung disease before starting the treatment. Contact your doctor if you experience any lung-related symptoms.
Liver
It is unknown whether aphyren N tablet is safe for patients with liver problems. Inform your physician if you have any lung disease before starting the treatment. Contact your doctor if you experience any liver-related symptoms.
Alcohol
Aphyren N tablet should be administered with caution to individuals who habitually consume alcohol, as it may lead to unwanted side effects in such patients. So, it is important to inform your doctor before taking the medicine.
Driving
It is unknown whether Aphyren N tablet alters driving ability. However, if you experience side effects like tiredness or drowsiness, avoid driving and using machines.
Side Effects of Aphyren N Tablet
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Common
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
Word of Advice
Individuals with gastrointestinal problems should be cautious while taking aphyren N tablet medication to avoid undesirable side effects. Inform your doctor about your prescribed and non-prescribed medicine and take a proper diet while under medication. Avoid eating junk foods and get plenty of fresh air if you have nausea. It is recommended to avoid or limit your alcohol consumption during the medication. You may feel abdominal pain during the medication. Speak with your doctor if you have persistent abdominal pain.
FAQs
Q 1. Is there a specific monitoring schedule I need to undergo while taking aphyren N tablet?
If you have asthma, you need close monitoring by your doctor while under aphyren N tablet medication.
Q 2. What are the precautions I need to take while under aphyren N tablet medication?
Individuals with gastrointestinal disorders should be cautious while taking the medicine. Inform your doctor if you have phenylketonuria, angina attacks (tightness in your chest, neck, and arm), or cough before taking the aphyren N tablet medication.
Q 3. Can I drink alcohol while taking aphyren N tablet?
Aphyren N tablet should be administered with caution to individuals who habitually consume alcohol, as it may lead to unwanted side effects in such patients. So, it is important to inform your doctor before taking the medicine.
Q 4. Do I have abdominal pain during the aphyren N tablet medication?
Yes, you may feel abdominal pain during the aphyren N tablet medication. Speak with your doctor if you have persistent abdominal pain.
Q 5. Can I take aphyren N tablet medication if I am allergic to it?
It is recommended to consult your doctor if you have allergies to aphyren N tablet medication or any of its ingredients.
Fact Box of Aphyren N Tablet
Molecule name: Acebrophylline + acetylcysteine | Therapeutic class: Anti-asthmatic |
Pharmacological class: 1. Bronchodilator 2. Antioxidant | Indications: 1. Chronic bronchopulmonary disease 2. Acute bronchopulmonary disease 3. Pulmonary complication of cystic fibrosis 4. Bronchial asthma 5. COPD (Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) 6. Asthma |
References
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- Sumit Roy Tapadar et al., The Effect of Acebrophylline vs Sustained Release Theophylline in Patients of COPD- A Comparative Study,Journal of clinical and diagnostic research, Published on Sep 2014; Accessed on 11/10/2023; https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4225926/
- Rivka S. Horowitz et al., Placental Transfer of N-Acetylcysteine Following Human Maternal Acetaminophen Toxicity, taylor and francis, Published on 29 Jul 2009; Accessed on 11/10/2023; https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/epdf/10.3109/15563659709001226?needAccess=true
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