PHYLLOCONTIN 225MG TABLET
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Product introduction
PHYLLOCONTIN 225MG TABLET is used to treat and prevent symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which the 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.
PHYLLOCONTIN 225MG TABLET is used to treat breathing difficulty due to asthma or heart failure
PHYLLOCONTIN 225MG TABLET is used to treat breathing difficulty due to asthma or heart failure
Uses of Phyllocontin Tablet
Benefits of Phyllocontin Tablet
In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
PHYLLOCONTIN 225MG TABLET helps the lungs’ airways to stay open. It relaxes the muscles of these airways, making it easier for the air to get in and out. It relieves COPD symptoms, such as tightness in the chest, shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing, and helps one 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. Do not stop using it unless you are advised by the doctor.
Side effects of Phyllocontin 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 Phyllocontin
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Restlessness
- Convulsion
- Gastrointestinal irritation
- Irritability
- Increased production of urine
- Shakiness
- Increased gastric acid secretion
- Gastro-esophageal reflux disease
How to use Phyllocontin 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. PHYLLOCONTIN 225MG TABLET is to be taken empty stomach.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with PHYLLOCONTIN 225MG TABLET. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
PHYLLOCONTIN 225MG 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
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
PHYLLOCONTIN 225MG TABLET is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
PHYLLOCONTIN 225MG TABLET does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
PHYLLOCONTIN 225MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of PHYLLOCONTIN 225MG TABLET may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
PHYLLOCONTIN 225MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of PHYLLOCONTIN 225MG TABLET may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed PHYLLOCONTIN 225MG TABLET 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
Methylxanthines & Theophylline Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Theophylline & its derivatives
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is PHYLLOCONTIN 225MG TABLET a steroid/ an antibiotic?
PHYLLOCONTIN 225MG TABLET is not a steroid or antibiotic, it belongs to xanthine derivatives class of medications
Is aminophylline same as theophylline?
No. Aminophylline is a complex of theophylline and ethylenediamine
Does PHYLLOCONTIN 225MG TABLET cause dyspnea/ diuresis/ bradycardia/ tachycardia?
PHYLLOCONTIN 225MG TABLET is known to cause dyspnea, diuresis or tachycardia. However, it does not cause bradycardia. Consult your doctor, if you experience any side effects.
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- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 53.
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Name: Modi Mundi Pharma Pvt Ltd
Address: Ground Floor Modi Tower, 98, Nehru Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110019
Country of origin: India
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