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Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR

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Product introduction

Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR is a combination medicine used in the treatment of respiratory tract disorders associated with viscid mucus. It provides symptomatic relief of productive cough associated with respiratory tract disorders like bronchial asthma, bronchitis, and the common cold.

Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR is a combination of three medicines: Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR1, Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR2, and Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR3.

Uses of Febrikast LC Tablet SR

Benefits of Febrikast LC Tablet SR

In Treatment of Respiratory tract disorders associated with viscid mucus

Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR helps loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for the air to move in and out. This medicine relieves symptoms, such as tightness in chest, shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing, and helps you carry out 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. Take it as prescribed by the doctor, and do not stop using it unless you are advised otherwise. Taking this medicine enables one to live their life more freely without worrying so much about the things that set off your symptoms.

Side effects of Febrikast LC 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 Febrikast LC

  • Nausea
  • Upset stomach
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Headache
  • Fatigue
  • Allergic reaction
  • Sleepiness
  • Flu-like symptoms

How to use Febrikast LC 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. Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Febrikast LC Tablet SR works

Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR is a combination of three medicines: Ambroxol, Levocetirizine and Montelukast. Ambroxol is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. Levocetirizine is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. 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 your symptoms.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Take it at the same time each day, preferably in the evening after food.
  • Do not take it with any fruit juices (such as apple, orange, or grapefruit) as they might make the drug less effective.
  • It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing. 
  • Your doctor may take regular blood test to monitor the level of drug in your body.
  • Avoid using antacids within 30 minutes of taking this medicine. It can make it harder for your body to absorb this medication.
  • Notify your doctor if you smoke or have an viral infection. Your dose may need to be adjusted.
  • Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY

Patient concerns

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Can't prescribe without proper clinical examination. It can be upper respiratory tract infection or lower respiratory tract infection
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FAQs

Can the use of Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR cause dry mouth?

Yes, the use of Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night.

Can I use Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR while breastfeeding?

No, Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR should not be used by breastfeeding mothers. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding if you are advised to take this medicine.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR?

No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR. Drinking alcohol will increase the risk of serious side effects caused by Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Febrikast LC 75mg/5mg/10mg Tablet SR?

Keep this medicine in the packet or 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.

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References

  1. FDA approved prescribing information. Levocitrizine; 1995 [revised May 2007]. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. European Medicne Agency. Revised assessment report: Ambroxol and bromhexine containing medicinal products. 2015. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Montelukast sodium. South Ruislip, Middlesex: Aurobindo Pharma - Milpharm Ltd.; 2012 [revised 04 Jan. 2018]. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  4. ScienceDirect. Ambroxol. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  5. Levocitrizine. Slough, Berkshire: UCB Pharma Limited; 2007 [revised 27 Mar. 2019]. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  6. Montelukast sodium. Whitehouse Station, New Jersey: Merck & Co., Inc.; 1998 [revised Nov. 2014]. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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Country of origin: India
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