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Brofy 200mg Tablet SR Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

ACEBROPHYLLINE-200MG

Uses:

<p>Brofy 200mg Tablet SR is used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The detailed uses of Brofy 200mg Tablet SR are as follows:<br/> • Treats COPD: Brofy 200mg Tablet SR helps to manage COPD symptoms by thinning mucus and reducing airway inflammation. This improves lung function and eases breathing difficulties.<br/> • Asthma: Brofy 200mg Tablet SR is typically used for treating asthma symptoms like coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath by relaxing the muscles around the airways and improving airflow. <br/> • Respiratory Relief: Brofy 200mg Tablet SR provides relief from respiratory issues like bronchitis and asthma, making it easier to breathe.<br/> • Mucus Clearance: Brofy 200mg Tablet SR helps to thin and clear mucus from airways, easing breathing and improving lung function.<br/> • Cough Relief: Brofy 200mg Tablet SR relieves coughs caused by colds or respiratory infections, making breathing easier and more comfortable.<br/> • Anti-inflammatory Effects: Brofy 200mg Tablet SR may reduce airway inflammation, helping to alleviate swelling and irritation for better respiratory health.<br/> • Allergy Management: Brofy 200mg Tablet SR can also be beneficial in managing allergy symptoms like congestion, promoting easier breathing, and better airflow.<br/></p>

Medicinal Benefits:

Brofy 200mg Tablet SR is a bronchodilator and mucolytic (mucus thinner) agent that is used to treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Brofy 200mg Tablet SR works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Additionally, Brofy 200mg Tablet SR helps in thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe and nose. Therefore, it helps cough out easily and makes breathing easier by opening airways. Brofy 200mg Tablet SR helps prevent an asthma attack and allows you to exercise freely if it is taken before exercise.

FAQs

Brofy 200mg Tablet SR is used to prevent and treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs.

Brofy 200mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients suffering from fits as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have a history of fits before taking Brofy 200mg Tablet SR so that the dose may be adjusted or an alternate medicine may be prescribed.

No, you are not recommended to take erythromycin with Brofy 200mg Tablet SR as co-administration of these medicines may increase the risk of adverse effects of Brofy 200mg Tablet SR. However, please consult a doctor before using other medicines with Brofy 200mg Tablet SR.

You are recommended to avoid taking Brofy 200mg Tablet SR if you are allergic to acebrophylline, ambroxol, theophylline or suffering from irregular heartbeats, hemodynamic instability (unstable blood pressure), low blood pressure, liver or kidney disorders or had heart attack. However, inform your doctor if you have any of these conditions before taking Brofy 200mg Tablet SR.

No, you are not recommended to smoke while taking Brofy 200mg Tablet SR as it may reduce the effectiveness of Brofy 200mg Tablet SR.

No, you are not recommended to stop taking Brofy 200mg Tablet SR without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Brofy 200mg Tablet SR for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Brofy 200mg Tablet SR, please consult your doctor.

No, Brofy 200mg Tablet SR does not relieve sudden asthma symptoms. Therefore, it is advised to carry a rescue inhaler always to treat sudden asthma symptoms.

No, Brofy 200mg Tablet SR is not a steroid. Brofy 200mg Tablet SR is a bronchodilator and mucolytic (mucus thinner) agent.

You are recommended to take Brofy 200mg Tablet SR for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. The duration depends on the cause of illness and the underlying disease.

No. Brofy 200mg Tablet SR is not an antibiotic.

Birth control pills may interfere with Brofy 200mg Tablet SR clearance, increasing its levels and risk of side effects. Therefore, if you are taking birth control pills, inform your doctor as the dose of Brofy 200mg Tablet SR needs to be reduced.

Brofy 200mg Tablet SR should be taken exactly as advised by the doctor. Take it with food to avoid stomach upset. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not open, crush or chew it.

If you are taking furosemide along with Brofy 200mg Tablet SR, you should take caution as combined use of these medicines may decrease potassium levels. Therefore, it is necessary to regularly monitor potassium levels.

Brofy 200mg Tablet SR contains Acebrophylline, which works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Additionally, Brofy 200mg Tablet SR also acts as a mucolytic (cough/sputum thinner) agent and helps in thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe and nose. Thereby, it helps cough out easily and makes breathing easier by opening airways.

You are recommended to avoid consuming large quantities of caffeine-containing food or drinks as it may increase the risk of side effects.

You are advised to consult your doctor before taking Brofy 200mg Tablet SR if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Brofy 200mg Tablet SR may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, heartburn, dizziness, and stomach discomfort. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Store Brofy 200mg Tablet SR at room temperature. Protect from moisture. Keep it out of reach of children.