Erophylline Syrup

Navigating your medication can sometimes be challenging. This page addresses common questions and provides detailed information about Erophylline Syrup, including its uses, how to take it correctly, what side effects might occur, and important advice on managing your treatment effectively. We aim to make understanding Erophylline Syrup as clear and straightforward as possible for you.

MRP: ₹
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Salt Combination: Acebrophylline (100mg/5ml)
Brand: Micro Labs Ltd
Uses: Asthma,Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD),Treatment of Bronchitis

Description

Erophylline Syrup is used to treat and prevent symptoms of asthma, bronchitis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which airflow to the lung is blocked)
It helps relax the muscles of the air passages, thus widening them and making them easier to breathe
Erophylline Syrup can be taken with the food in the evening
Take it at the same time every day to get the most benefit
The dose and how often you take it depends on what you take it for
Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms
Take Erophylline Syrup for as long as it is prescribed for you
Do not miss even a single dose
If missed, take it as soon as you remember, or skip the missed dose and continue with regular dosing if it's almost time for the next dose
It does not work immediately or prevent the already-started breathing trouble; hence, always carry your medical inhaler for an emergency.
The most common side effects of this medicine include abdominal discomfort, abdominal distension, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, and heartburn
If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know
There may be ways of reducing or preventing them
Generally, it is advised not to consume alcohol or do not smoke while on treatment.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have kidney, liver, or heart-related disease
Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking, as many may make this medicine less effective or change its effect
Before starting the treatment, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Cautions

Liver:	CAUTION: Erophylline Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Erophylline Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney:	CAUTION: Erophylline Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Erophylline Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:	SAFE: Erophylline Syrup does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Information regarding the use of Erophylline Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Information regarding the use of Erophylline Syrup during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	UNSAFE: Erophylline Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Drug Action:	Xanthine Derivatives- Respiratory
Therapeutic class:	RESPIRATORY
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Xanthinic Derivatives

Uses

Uses of Erophylline Syrup

In Treatment of Bronchitis Bronchitis causes chest congestion and wheezing
Erophylline Syrup relieves these symptoms by clearing congestion and relaxing the airways.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Erophylline Syrup, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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