Filast 500 Tablet
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Product introduction
Filast 500 Tablet is used to prevent chronic obstructive pulmonary disease(COPD), group of lung disorders in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked and chronic bronchitis. It works by opening the airways and makes breathing easier.
Filast 500 Tablet is used in the treatment of some breathing disorders due to swelling and redness in the lungs
Filast 500 Tablet is used in the treatment of some breathing disorders due to swelling and redness in the lungs
Uses of Filast Tablet
Benefits of Filast Tablet
In Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Filast 500 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 Filast Tablet
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 Filast
- Headache
- Weight loss
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Decreased appetite
- Abdominal pain
How to use Filast Tablet
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. Filast 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Filast 500 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Filast 500 Tablet 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
Filast 500 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Filast 500 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Filast 500 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Filast 500 Tablet is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Filast 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Filast 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Filast 500 Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe liver disease.
Use of Filast 500 Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe liver disease.
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Quick tips
- Filast 500 Tablet is used to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
- It should not be used for sudden attacks of breathlessness (acute bronchospasm).
- Consult your doctor if you experience unexplained and significant weight loss while on treatment.
- Avoid smoking and minimise your exposure to pollution, dust, and fumes. Along with that, a little exercise each day can help you stay strong.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Benzamides Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Phosphodiesterase-IV inhibitors (COPD)
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Filast 500 Tablet
Once A Day
95%
Twice A Day
5%
What are you using Filast Tablet for?
Asthma
75%
Chronic obstr*
25%
*Chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD)
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
56%
Poor
33%
Average
11%
What were the side-effects while using Filast 500 Tablet?
Dizziness
100%
FAQs
Q. Is Filast 500 Tablet a methylxanthine?
No. Filast 500 Tablet is not a methylxanthine and works via a different mechanism of action
Q. Is Filast 500 Tablet available in India?
Yes. Filast 500 Tablet is available in India in the form of 500 mcg tablet
Q. Is Filast 500 Tablet a steroid/ narcotic?
No. Filast 500 Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called phosphodiesterase inhibitors. It does not have a chemical structure or effects similar to steroids. It does not induce sleep and is not a narcotic drug
Q. What is Filast 500 Tablet used for?
Filast 500 Tablet is used as a maintenance treatment for severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD; a group of lung disorders in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked) in patients with frequent worsening of COPD symptoms (COPD exacerbations) and with long-term inflammation of airways (chronic bronchitis)
Q. How does Filast 500 Tablet work?
Filast 500 Tablet is used to prevent worsening of symptoms in patients with severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD; a group of lung disorders in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked) and long-term inflammation of airways (chronic bronchitis)
Q. How long does Filast 500 Tablet take to work?
Filast 500 Tablet may need to be taken for several weeks to achieve its effects and may vary upon individual response. Please follow advice of your doctor regarding dose and duration.
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Marketer details
Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: 90, Delhi - Jaipur Road, Sector 32, Gurugram, Haryana 122001
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: September, 2024
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Filast 500 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: September, 2024
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Filast 500 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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