Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet is used to treat and prevent asthma and symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked) such as coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath. It helps relax the muscles of the air passages thereby making it easier to breathe.
Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet is a combination of Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet1 and Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet2.
Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet is a combination of Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet1 and Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet2.
Uses of Viscojoy AB Tablet
Benefits of Viscojoy AB Tablet
In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines that helps the airways in your lungs stay open. They work by relaxing the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and out. This medicine also loosens thick mucus, making it easier to cough 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. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.
Side effects of Viscojoy AB 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 Viscojoy AB
- Vomiting
- Heartburn
- Stomach pain
- Upset stomach
- Rash
- Hives
- Itching
- Breathing problems
- Nasal inflammation
- Increased white blood cell count
How to use Viscojoy AB 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. Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Viscojoy AB Tablet works
Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines : Acebrophylline and Acetylcysteine. Acebrophylline 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. Acetylcysteine is a mucolytic medication. It thins and loosens mucus (phlegm) making it easier to cough out.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet helps in the prevention and treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
- It has a smelly odor. This is normal and does not indicate that the medicine has changed.
- It should be taken at the same time each day, preferably in the evening after food.
- Drink plenty of fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
- 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 ask you to take regular blood tests to monitor the level of drug in your body to make sure that you are taking the right dose.
- Notify your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney, liver, or heart disease, or if 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
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Patient concerns
FAQs
Can Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet interfere with laboratory tests?
Yes, Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet contains Acetylcysteine which may interfere with laboratory tests like urine ketone test and may cause false test results. Inform your doctor if you are taking Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet before taking any tests.
Will Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet be more effective if taken in higher doses?
No, taking more of this medicine will not make it more effective, rather it can lead to increased side effects. If symptoms are not getting relieved by the recommended doses, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.
What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Viscojoy AB 100mg/600mg Tablet?
Keep this medicine in 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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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- PubChem. Acebrophylline. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Acetylcysteine. Nashville, Tennessee: Cumberland Pharmaceuticals Inc.; 2004 [revised Jun. 2013]. [Accessed 31 Jan. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Pozzi E. Acebrophylline: An airway mucoregulator and anti-inflammatory agent. Monaldi Arch Chest Dis. 2007;67(2):106-15. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Acetylcysteine. Burnopfield, County Durham: Colonis Pharma Ltd.; 2016 [revised 4 Jul. 2018]. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Name: J B Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Cnergy IT Park, 3rd floor Appa Saheb Marathe Marg, Prabhadevi, Mumbai 400025
Country of origin: India
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