Macphylline
Macphylline Products are primarily used for
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
About Macphylline Products
Uses of Macphylline Products
Acebrophylline is used in the treatment and prevention of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Macphylline Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Macphylline are Nausea, Vomiting, 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, Nasal inflammation, Dizziness.
How Macphylline Products work
Acebrophylline 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.
Patient Concerns about Macphylline Products
Frequently asked questions about Macphylline Products
Frequently asked questions about Acebrophylline
Q. Does birth control pills have any effect on Macphylline 50mg/5ml Syrup?
If you are taking birth control pills, dose of Macphylline 50mg/5ml Syrup need to be reduced as birth control pills may interfere with clearance of Macphylline 50mg/5ml Syrup, increasing its levels and chances of side effects.
Q. How should Macphylline 50mg/5ml Syrup be taken?
Macphylline 50mg/5ml Syrup should be taken strictly as advised by the doctor. To avoid an upset stomach it should be taken with food.
Q. Is it okay to take furosemide along with Macphylline 50mg/5ml Syrup?
One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with Macphylline 50mg/5ml Syrup. This is because the combined use of these medicines may decrease the levels of potassium. Hence, regular monitoring of potassium levels is required.
Q. When should Macphylline 50mg/5ml Syrup be avoided?
Macphylline 50mg/5ml Syrup should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, Macphylline 50mg/5ml Syrup, 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 Macphylline 50mg/5ml Syrup.
Q. Is Macphylline 50mg/5ml Syrup the same as theophylline?
Macphylline 50mg/5ml Syrup 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 Macphylline 50mg/5ml Syrup works as an added advantage over theophylline. Moreover, it also reduces the need for other medicine used to treat asthma, like salbutamol.
Products for Macphylline
Macphylline 50mg/5ml Syrup
bottle of 100 ml Syrup
MRP
₹169.4
Macphylline Capsule
strip of 10 capsules
MRP
₹125.5
Not Available
Macphylline SR 200 Tablet
strip of 10 tablet sr
MRP
₹224.4
Not Available