In Asthma Asthma is a condition in which your airways become narrow and as a result, breathing becomes difficult. AFM Tablet works by relaxing the muscles of the airways and widens it. It also gives relief from congestion or stuffiness by loosening mucus and helping to cough out. This makes you breathe easy and gives relief from symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing. Regular exercise and yoga can help improve the symptoms of asthma in the long term, in addition to improving overall health.
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. AFM Tablet may be taken with or without food.
- Alcohol : CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking AFM Tablet. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
AFM Tablet 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
AFM Tablet 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 : UNSAFE
AFM Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CAUTION
AFM Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. | - Liver : UNSAFE
AFM Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
If you miss a dose of AFM 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.
What should be avoided while taking AFM Tablet?::: Do not take it with any fruit juices (such as apple, orange, or grapefruit) as they might make the drug less effective. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking AFM Tablet. Drinking alcohol will increase the severity of drowsiness or sleepiness caused by AFM Tablet.| Can I stop AFM Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?::: No, AFM Tablet should be continued as advised by the doctor. If you experience any problem due to the use of AFM Tablet, inform your doctor.| Can the use of AFM Tablet cause dizziness?::: Yes, the use of AFM Tablet can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better.| Will a higher than the recommended dose of AFM Tablet be more effective?::: No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of AFM Tablet will not make it more effective, rather it can lead to increased side effects. If the symptoms are getting worse, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.| What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of AFM Tablet?::: Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
AFM Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Montelukast, Fexofenadine and Acebrophylline. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist. It works by blocking the action of leukotriene, a chemical messenger. This reduces inflammation in the airways and nose, and improves symptoms of allergies. Fexofenadine is an antiallergic which relieves symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Acebrophylline is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out.