Abiways 200 SR Tablet (10 Tab)

Description

Abiways 200 SR Tablet is used to treat and prevent symptoms of asthma, bronchitis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which flow of air to the lung is blocked). It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe.

Abiways 200 SR Tablet can be taken with the food in evening. Take it at the same time every day to get the most benefit. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. Do not miss even a single dose, if in any case, you missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember or better to skip the missed dose and continue with regular dosing. It does not work immediately or prevent the already started breathing trouble, hence always carry your medical inhaler with you for an emergency.

The most common side effects of this medicine include abdominal discomfort, abdominal distension, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, and heart burn. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Generally, it is advised not to consume alcohol or do not smoke while on treatment.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease or if you have heart-related problems. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting the treatment.

BENEFITS OF ABIWAYS TABLET SR

In Treatment of Asthma

Abiways 200 SR Tablet 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.

In Treatment of Bronchitis

Bronchitis leads to chest congestion and wheezing. Abiways 200 SR Tablet relieves symptoms of bronchitis by clearing congestion and relaxing airways.

In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Abiways 200 SR Tablet helps the airways in your lungs stay open. It relaxes the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and 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. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.

SIDE EFFECTS OF ABIWAYS TABLET SR

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 Abiways

• Vomiting
• Abdominal pain
• Drowsiness
• Heartburn
• Increased white blood cell count
• Loss of appetite
• Rash
• Itching
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal discomfort
• Abdominal distension
• Esophageal bleeding
• Red spots or bumps
• Breathing problems
• High white blood cell count
• Nasal inflammation

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HOW TO USE ABIWAYS TABLET SR

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. Abiways 200 SR Tablet is to be taken with food.

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HOW ABIWAYS TABLET SR WORKS

Abiways 200 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.

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SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Abiways 200 SR Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Abiways 200 SR Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Abiways 200 SR Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

SAFE

Abiways 200 SR Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Abiways 200 SR Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Abiways 200 SR Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Abiways 200 SR Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Abiways 200 SR Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE ABIWAYS TABLET SR?

If you miss a dose of Abiways 200 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.

FAQs

Q. Does birth control pills have any effect on Abiways 200 SR Tablet?

If you are taking birth control pills, dose of Abiways 200 SR Tablet need to be reduced as birth control pills may interfere with clearance of Abiways 200 SR Tablet, increasing its levels and chances of side effects.

Q. How should Abiways 200 SR Tablet be taken?

Abiways 200 SR Tablet should be taken strictly as advised by the doctor. To avoid an upset stomach it should be taken with food.

Q. Is it okay to take furosemide along with Abiways 200 SR Tablet?

One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with Abiways 200 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.

Q. When should Abiways 200 SR Tablet be avoided?

Abiways 200 SR Tablet should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, Abiways 200 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 Abiways 200 SR Tablet.

Q. Is Abiways 200 SR Tablet the same as theophylline?

Abiways 200 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 Abiways 200 SR Tablet works as an added advantage over theophylline. Moreover, it also reduces the need for other medicine used to treat asthma, like salbutamol.