Bigbro Tablet

Acebrophylline (100mg)

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Bigbro Tablet is used to treat and prevent symptoms of asthma, bronchitis, 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.

Written By Dr. Sakshi Sharma, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology,
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:00 AM (IST)

₹113 MRP ₹1163% off

Gurgaon

General Information

Contains

Acebrophylline (100mg)

Marketer

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Bigbro Tablet can be taken with the food in 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 are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. Do not miss even a single dose, if in any case, you missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember or better to skip the missed dose and continue with regular dosing. It does not work immediately or prevent the already started breathing trouble, hence always carry your medical inhaler with you for an emergency.

The most common side effects of this medicine include abdominal discomfort, abdominal distension, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, and heart burn. 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, let your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease or if you have heart-related problems. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting the treatment.

Uses of Bigbro Tablet

Treatment of Asthma
Treatment of Bronchitis
Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Benefits of Bigbro Tablet

Treatment of Asthma
Bigbro 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.

Treatment of Bronchitis
Bronchitis leads to chest congestion and wheezing. Bigbro Tablet relieves symptoms of bronchitis by clearing congestion and relaxing airways.

Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Bigbro 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 Bigbro 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 Bigbro

Vomiting
Abdominal pain
Drowsiness
Heartburn
Increased white blood cell count
Loss of appetite
Rash
Itching
Constipation
Diarrhea
Abdominal discomfort
Abdominal distension
Esophageal bleeding
Red spots or bumps
Breathing problems
High white blood cell count
Nasal inflammation

How to use Bigbro 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. Bigbro Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Bigbro Tablet works

Bigbro Tablet is a mucolytic and bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles of the airways and also thins and loosens mucus, making it easier to breathe.

All substitutes for Bigbro Tablet

For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

Quick tips

You have been prescribed Bigbro 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Bigbro Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Bigbro Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Bigbro Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

SAFE

Bigbro Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Bigbro Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bigbro Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Bigbro Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bigbro Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

Does birth control pills have any effect on Bigbro Tablet?

If you are taking birth control pills, dose of Bigbro Tablet need to be reduced as birth control pills may interfere with clearance of Bigbro Tablet, increasing its levels and chances of side effects.

How should Bigbro Tablet be taken?

Bigbro Tablet should be taken strictly as advised by the doctor. To avoid an upset stomach it should be taken with food.

Is it okay to take furosemide along with Bigbro Tablet?

One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with Bigbro Tablet. This is because the combined use of these medicines may decrease the levels of potassium. Hence, regular monitoring of potassium levels is required.

When should Bigbro Tablet be avoided?

Bigbro Tablet should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, Bigbro Tablet, or theophylline. Along with that, patients suffering from low blood pressure, irregular heart beats or rhythm or history of heart attack, liver disease or kidney disorder should avoid taking Bigbro Tablet.

Is Bigbro Tablet the same as theophylline?

Bigbro Tablet comprises of theophylline-7 acetate and ambroxol which makes it effective in making the mucus more fluid and clearing the airways easily, thereby making breathing easier. This effect of Bigbro Tablet works as an added advantage over theophylline. Moreover, it also reduces the need for other medicine used to treat asthma, like salbutamol.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Xanthinic Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

Theophylline & its derivatives

Related lab tests

Absolute Eosinophil Count

Complete Blood Count

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Patients taking Bigbro Tablet

Twice A Day

61%

Once A Day

39%

What are you using Bigbro Tablet for?

Cough

100%

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

50%

Average

50%

What were the side-effects while using Bigbro Tablet?

Gastrointestinal discomfort

100%

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Expensive

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Not Expensive

33%

Average

11%

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Marketer details

Name: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.

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Country of origin: India

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Bigbro Tablet

General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Bigbro Tablet

Benefits of Bigbro Tablet

Side effects of Bigbro Tablet

How to use Bigbro Tablet

How Bigbro Tablet works

All substitutes for Bigbro Tablet

Ecophyline 100mg Tablet

Prolungs 100mg Tablet

Oblyn 100mg Tablet

Acotivak 100mg Tablet

Acfylin 100mg Tablet

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

Does birth control pills have any effect on Bigbro Tablet?

How should Bigbro Tablet be taken?

Is it okay to take furosemide along with Bigbro Tablet?

When should Bigbro Tablet be avoided?

Is Bigbro Tablet the same as theophylline?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Absolute Eosinophil Count

Complete Blood Count

References

User feedback

Patients taking Bigbro Tablet

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What were the side-effects while using Bigbro Tablet?

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