In Treatment of Bronchitis Bronchitis leads to chest congestion and wheezing. Abstat Tablet SR 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. Abstat Tablet SR should be taken with or after food.
- Alcohol : CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Abstat Tablet SR. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Abstat Tablet SR 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
Abstat Tablet SR 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
Abstat Tablet SR does not usually affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : CAUTION
Abstat Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. | - Liver : UNSAFE
Abstat Tablet SR is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
If you miss a dose of Abstat Tablet SR, 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 Abstat Tablet SR be avoided?::: Abstat Tablet SR should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, Abstat Tablet SR, 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 Abstat Tablet SR.| How should Abstat Tablet SR be taken?::: Abstat Tablet SR 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 Abstat Tablet SR?::: One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with Abstat Tablet SR. 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 Abstat Tablet SR?::: If you are taking birth control pills, dose of Abstat Tablet SR need to be reduced as birth control pills may interfere with clearance of Abstat Tablet SR, increasing its levels and chances of side effects.| Is Abstat Tablet SR the same as theophylline?::: Abstat Tablet SR 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 Abstat Tablet SR works as an added advantage over theophylline. Moreover, it also reduces the need for other medicine used to treat asthma, like salbutamol.
Abstat Tablet SR 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.