Winkast DX Tablet SR
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Introduction of Winkast DX Tablet SR
Winkast DX Tablet SR is a combination medicine used to treat and prevent asthma. It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe. It also relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, throat irritation, watery eyes, and congestion or stuffiness.
Winkast DX Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines: Winkast DX Tablet SR1 and Winkast DX Tablet SR2.
Winkast DX Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines: Winkast DX Tablet SR1 and Winkast DX Tablet SR2.
Uses of Winkast DX Tablet SR
Benefits of Winkast DX Tablet SR
In Treatment and prevention of Asthma
Winkast DX Tablet SR can help prevent the onset of an asthma attack if it is taken before exercise or exposure to some “triggers” that include house dust, pollen, pets and cigarette smoke. It also 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. 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.
Side effects of Winkast DX 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 Winkast DX
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Rash
- Fever
- Epigastric pain
- Tachycardia
- Extrasystoles
- Increased respiratory rate
- Pharyngitis
- Cough
- Increased liver enzymes
- Otitis media (infection of ear)
- Influenza
- Runny nose
- Sinus inflammation
How to use Winkast DX 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. Winkast DX Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Winkast DX Tablet SR with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
Avoid Winkast DX Tablet SR with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Winkast DX Tablet SR. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Winkast DX Tablet SR during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Winkast DX Tablet SR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Winkast DX Tablet SR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Winkast DX Tablet SR in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Winkast DX Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Winkast DX Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Winkast DX Tablet SR in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
Limited information is available on the use of Winkast DX Tablet SR in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
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Quick tips
Winkast DX Tablet SR
- You have been prescribed Winkast DX Tablet SR for prevention and treatment of asthma.
- It is relatively safe, with very few side effects.
- Take it at the same time each day, preferably in the evening after food.
- Do not use it to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
- Notify your doctor if you smoke or have an viral infection. Your dose may need to be adjusted.
- Do not stop using it without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Patient concerns
Patient concerns
FAQs
Winkast DX Tablet SR
Will a higher than the recommended dosage of Winkast DX Tablet SR be more effective?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Winkast DX Tablet SR will not make it more effective. Further, it can lead to increased side effects. If the symptoms are getting worse, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Winkast DX Tablet SR?
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.
Can I stop Winkast DX Tablet SR when my symptoms are relieved?
No, Winkast DX Tablet SR should be continued as advised by the doctor. If you experience any problem due to Winkast DX Tablet SR, inform your doctor.
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