In Treatment of Bronchitis Bronchitis leads to chest congestion and wheezing. AB-Gam SR Tablet relieves symptoms of bronchitis by clearing congestion and relaxing airways.
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-Gam SR Tablet should be taken with or after food.
- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with AB-Gam SR Tablet. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of AB-Gam SR Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of AB-Gam SR Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. | - Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether AB-Gam SR Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor. | - Kidney : CAUTION
AB-Gam SR Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. | - Liver : CAUTION
AB-Gam SR Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
If you miss a dose of AB-Gam SR Tablet, 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-Gam SR Tablet be avoided?::: AB-Gam SR Tablet should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, AB-Gam SR 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 AB-Gam SR Tablet.| How should AB-Gam SR Tablet be taken?::: AB-Gam SR 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 AB-Gam SR Tablet?::: One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with AB-Gam SR Tablet. 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-Gam SR Tablet?::: If you are taking birth control pills, dose of AB-Gam SR Tablet need to be reduced as birth control pills may interfere with clearance of AB-Gam SR Tablet, increasing its levels and chances of side effects.| Is AB-Gam SR Tablet the same as theophylline?::: AB-Gam SR 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 AB-Gam SR Tablet works as an added advantage over theophylline. Moreover, it also reduces the need for other medicine used to treat asthma, like salbutamol.
AB-Gam SR 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.