Product Description
INTRODUCTION
AB-Flo-N Tablet is used for the prevention of chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked). It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages and making it easier to breathe. It relieves coughing, wheezing and feeling short of breath.
AB-Flo-N Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are vomiting, heartburn, stomach upset, rash, itching, breathing difficulty, and nasal inflammation. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
AB-Flo-N Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are vomiting, heartburn, stomach upset, rash, itching, breathing difficulty, and nasal inflammation. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
USES OF AB-FLO-N TABLET
BENEFITS OF AB-FLO-N TABLET
In Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
AB-Flo-N Tablet is a combination of two medicines that helps the airways in your lungs stay open. It works by relaxing the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and out. This medicine also loosens thick mucus, making it easier to cough 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. AB-Flo-N Tablet usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.
SIDE EFFECTS OF AB-FLO-N 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 AB-Flo-N
- Vomiting
- Heartburn
- Stomach pain
- Upset stomach
- Rash
- Hives
- Itching
- Drowsiness
- Breathing problems
- Nasal inflammation
- Increased white blood cell count
HOW TO USE AB-FLO-N 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. AB-Flo-N Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
HOW AB-FLO-N TABLET WORKS
AB-Flo-N Tablet is a combination of two mucolytic medicines: Acebrophylline and Acetylcysteine. It thins and loosens mucus (phlegm) making it easier to cough out.
SAFETY ADVICE
UNSAFE
AB-Flo-N Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of AB-Flo-N Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of AB-Flo-N Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE
AB-Flo-N Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
AB-Flo-N Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of AB-Flo-N Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
AB-Flo-N Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of AB-Flo-N Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.