A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup
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Product introduction
A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup 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.
A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup is used to treat breathing difficulty due to asthma or heart failure
A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup is used to treat breathing difficulty due to asthma or heart failure
Uses of A-Phyl Syrup
- Treatment of Asthma
- Treatment of Bronchitis
- Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Benefits of A-Phyl Syrup
In Treatment of Asthma
A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup 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. A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup relieves symptoms of bronchitis by clearing congestion and relaxing airways.
In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup 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 A-Phyl Syrup
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 A-Phyl
- 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
How to use A-Phyl Syrup
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
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₹85.0/Syrup
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup for prevention and treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
- It should be taken at the same time each day, preferably in the evening after food.
- It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Always keep a fast-acting (rescue) inhaler with you.
- Your doctor may take regular blood test to monitor potassium level and the level of this medicine in your body.
- Notify your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney, liver or heart disease, or if you have a smoking history. Your dose may need to be adjusted.
- Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Xanthinic Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Theophylline & its derivatives
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. Does birth control pills have any effect on A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup?
If you are taking birth control pills, dose of A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup need to be reduced as birth control pills may interfere with clearance of A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup, increasing its levels and chances of side effects.
Q. How should A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup be taken?
A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup 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 A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup?
One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup. 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 A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup be avoided?
A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup, 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 A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup.
Q. Is A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup the same as theophylline?
A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup 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 A-Phyl 10mg/ml Syrup works as an added advantage over theophylline. Moreover, it also reduces the need for other medicine used to treat asthma, like salbutamol.
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Name: Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: 20, Dr. E. Moses Road, Mahalaxmi, Mumbai - 400 011
Country of origin: India
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