In Treatment of Asthma AB-Flo Capsule 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.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. AB-Flo Capsule should be taken with or after food.
- Alcohol : CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking AB-Flo Capsule. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
AB-Flo Capsule is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks. | - Breast feeding : CAUTION
AB-Flo Capsule should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body. | - Driving : SAFE
AB-Flo Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : CAUTION
AB-Flo Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. | - Liver : UNSAFE
AB-Flo Capsule is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
If you miss a dose of AB-Flo Capsule, 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.
When should AB-Flo Capsule be avoided?::: AB-Flo Capsule should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, AB-Flo Capsule, 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 AB-Flo Capsule.| How should AB-Flo Capsule be taken?::: AB-Flo Capsule 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 AB-Flo Capsule?::: One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with AB-Flo Capsule. This is because the combined use of these medicines may decrease the levels of potassium. Hence, regular monitoring of potassium levels is required.| Does birth control pills have any effect on AB-Flo Capsule?::: If you are taking birth control pills, dose of AB-Flo Capsule need to be reduced as birth control pills may interfere with clearance of AB-Flo Capsule, increasing its levels and chances of side effects.| Is AB-Flo Capsule the same as theophylline?::: AB-Flo Capsule 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 AB-Flo Capsule works as an added advantage over theophylline. Moreover, it also reduces the need for other medicine used to treat asthma, like salbutamol.
AB-Flo Capsule 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.