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Bidfree 100 MG Suspension

Manufactured byWockhardt Ltd.
ContainsDoxofylline
Description
Bidfree 100 MG Suspension is a very potent bronchodilator medicine used to treat blockage, swelling, shortness of breath, etc., associated with conditions such as asthma and other obstructive diseases of the lungs.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Bidfree 100 MG Suspension

  • Nausea or Vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Sleeplessness
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Increased blood sugar levels
  • Muscle weakness

Uses of Bidfree 100 MG Suspension

What is it prescribed for?

  • Asthma and other obstructive diseases
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time taken for this medicine to show its effect is clinically not established
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
  • 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.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to doxofylline or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.

Acute myocardial infarction

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients who have recently suffered a heart attack and are making a recovery due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

Hypotension

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of hypotension due to the increased risk of worsening the patient's condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.
General warnings

Kidney/Liver impairment

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney/liver diseases due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Regular monitoring of kidney/liver function tests is necessary for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Influenza

This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from influenza or have taken flu vaccines due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Other medicines

This medicine may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe adverse 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.

Other diseases

Report the instance of any disease of the heart and blood vessels, brain, thyroid glands etc to the doctor before receiving this medicine. This medicine should be used with caution and any disease worsening symptom should be reported to the doctor immediately.

Missed Dose

Take/administer the missed dose 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

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
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

Phenytoin

Propranolol

Cimetidine

Ciprofloxacin

Salbutamol

Disease interactions

Peptic ulcer

This medicine should be given with caution in patients with active peptic ulcer disease. As the risk of worsening of symptoms is very high, your doctor will determine the best course of treatment after assessing the condition.

Seizure disorders

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of seizure disorder due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Heart rhythm disorders

This medicine should be used with caution in a patient suffering from a heart rhythm disorder. Suitable clinical investigations should be performed to determine the safe and effective use of this medicine.

Hyperthyroidism

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with elevated thyroid hormone levels due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Suitable clinical investigations should be performed to determine the safe and effective use of this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Liver/kidney impairment

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver/kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver/kidney function tests, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Avoid or limit the uptake of caffeine or caffeine containing product while using this medicine.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take/Administer this medicine with or without food. Do not consume/administer in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
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
This medicine works by relaxing the smooth vessels of the airways in the lungs. It also reduces the sensitivity of lungs to allergens that cause irritation and constriction of muscles in the chest and the lungs.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Methylxanthines

Schedule

Schedule H

[Internet]. 2017 [cited 16 November 2017]. Available from:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4437080/

Doxofylline - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2020 [cited 5 February 2020]. Available from:

https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB09273

[Internet]. Medind.nic.in. 2020 [cited 2 March 2020]. Available from:

http://medind.nic.in/icb/t08/i3/icbt08i3p251.pdf
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Information on this page was last updated on 3 Mar 2020

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