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Abiways Tablet

Manufactured byMANKIND PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
ContainsAcebrophylline (100 mg) + Acetylcysteine (600 mg)
Description
Abiways Tablet is a combination medicine that consists of Acebrophylline and Acetylcysteine. It is used in the treatment of respiratory conditions like bronchitis (irritation and swelling of the airways of your lungs), asthma (breathing issues due to swelling and narrowing of the windpipe) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (lung disorders due to obstruction of airflow to your lungs) in adults. It works by relaxing the muscles of your air passages thereby making it easier to breathe. Abiways Tablet shows some common side effects like heartburn, fever, nausea, vomiting, rash, irritation and swelling of the nasal passages (pathway from the nose to throat). Consult your doctor if any of these side effects do not resolve or worsen. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it. Abiways Tablet can be taken with or without food. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of this medicine based on the type and severity of your medical condition. Take this medicine as directed by your doctor. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor as this could lead to worsening your condition. Abiways Tablet should be used with caution if you have asthma as it may worsen your condition. Inform your doctor of your entire medical history, including medical conditions like liver, kidney, or heart problems before taking this medicine to ensure the safety of this medicine. Abiways Tablet may not be suitable for all people. It is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using this medicine. Avoid consuming alcohol while using this medicine as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Abiways Tablet

  • Abdominal discomfort and distension
  • Flatulence (Passing of gas)
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Heartburn
  • Gastrointestinal bleeding
  • Skin rash
  • Drowsiness
  • Headache
  • Numbness of the hands
  • Sleeplessness
  • Changes in blood pressure
  • Unusual tiredness and weakness
  • Runny nose
  • Throat irritation
  • Swelling and soreness of the inside of the mouth

Uses of Abiways Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
  • Bronchitis
  • Emphysema
  • Asthma
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Abiways Tablet starts showing its effect within 2 hours after taking it.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    Abiways Tablet may remain active in your body for about 8 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Abiways Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Abiways Tablet is not recommended to be taken in pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Abiways Tablet is not recommended if you are breastfeeding as this medicine is passed into the breast milk. Consult your doctor to understand all the risks and benefits of this medicine before taking it.

Allergy

Avoid using Abiways Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Acute myocardial infarction

Myocardial Infarction is a type of heart condition caused due to reduced blood flow to your heart muscle which reduces its activity. Abiways Tablet is not recommended for use if you had a heart attack recently due to the increased risk of worsening your condition.

Essential hypertension

Hypertension or high blood pressure is a condition where your blood pressure is very high. This can cause heart and blood vessel damage which can result in serious heart conditions like a heart attack or stroke. Abiways Tablet is not recommended for use if you have hypertension due to the increased risk of worsening your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Abiways Tablet is not recommended to be taken in pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Abiways Tablet is not recommended if you are breastfeeding as this medicine is passed into the breast milk. Consult your doctor to understand all the risks and benefits of this medicine before taking it.
General warnings

Other diseases

Inform your doctor if you have any conditions related to the heart and blood vessels, brain, and thyroid glands before beginning treatment with Abiways Tablet. This medicine should be used with caution and any unusual symptoms should be reported to the doctor immediately. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative medicine based on your condition.

Other medicines

Abiways Tablet may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe side effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Smoking

Abiways Tablet tends to be less effective if you smoke or consume tobacco products. Avoid or limit the uptake of tobacco products while taking this medicine.

Caffeine

Abiways Tablet tends to be less effective if you consume caffeine contents. Avoid or limit consuming caffeine while taking this medicine.

Use in the elderly

Abiways Tablet should be used with caution in elderly people as the risk of side effects is significantly higher.

Use in children

Abiways Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as the safety data is not available.

Gastrointestinal issues

Abiways Tablet should be used with caution if you have stomach ulcers or any other stomach or intestinal problems as it may worsen your condition.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Abiways Tablet as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Abiways Tablet. Consult your doctor if you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of this medicine.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Allopurinol

Carbamazepine

Phenytoin

Propranolol

Cimetidine

Azithromycin

Tetracycline

Antitussives

Disease interactions

Liver disease

Abiways Tablet should be used with caution if you have liver problems due to the increased risk of severe side effects. Your doctor may suggest Liver Function Tests (LFTs) to monitor your liver condition. Also, he may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative medicine based on your condition.

Kidney diseases

Abiways Tablet should be used with caution if you have kidney problems. This medicine is filtered by your kidneys and excreted through urine. An impaired kidney can not clear this medicine properly leading to its accumulation and serious side effects. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine if required based on your condition.

Seizure disorders

Abiways Tablet should be used with caution if you have a pre-existing condition of seizures or fits (uncontrolled movements of hands and legs caused by abnormal activity of the brain) as this medicine may increase the risk of worsening your condition. Inform your doctor of any symptoms of seizures or changes in behaviour while using this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative medicine based on your condition.

Heart and blood vessel disorder

Abiways Tablet should be used with caution if you have heart problems due to the increased risk of serious side effects. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative medicine based on your condition.

Hypertension

Abiways Tablet should be used with caution if you have high blood pressure or other associated complications of the heart due to the increased risk of serious side effects. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative medicine based on your condition.
Food interactions
Avoid the consumption of tobacco and marijuana while taking Abiways Tablet as they can decrease the activity of this medicine. The risk of side effects is high even with secondhand smoking (smoke inhaled from tobacco being smoked by others).
Lab interactions

Urine ketone

This test measures ketone levels in your urine. Abiways Tablet may influence the results of this test. Inform your doctor and lab technician about all your current medicines before undergoing any lab test.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Abiways Tablet as advised by your doctor. It is a once-daily medication. Do not take in more or fewer doses than prescribed. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects after taking it. You should not use this medicine instead of an inhaler for an asthma attack as it is a slow-acting preventative medicine. Your doctor may suggest regular blood tests to monitor your potassium levels. Complete the treatment and do not discontinue using this medicine without consulting your doctor. Avoid smoking and consuming caffeinated products as it may decrease the efficacy of this medicine.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Abiways Tablet is a combination of 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.
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Classification

Category

Bronchodilators, Mucolytics

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 29 Oct 2021

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