Description
Respira Ace 100 MG Capsule is an effective bronchodilator medicine used to treat blockage, swelling, and irritation associated with bronchial asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in adults.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Respira Ace 100 MG Capsule
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Respira Ace 100 MG Capsule
- Abdominal discomfort and distension
- Flatulence
- Nausea or Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Heartburn
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Difficulty in breathing
- Skin rash
- Increase in white blood cell count
- Drowsiness
- Swelling of the eyes, ears, and inside of nose
- Fever with chills
- Headache
- Numbness of the hands
- Sleeplessness
- Changes in blood pressure
- Increased heartbeat
- Unusual tiredness and weakness
Uses of Respira Ace 100 MG Capsule
What is it prescribed for?
- Asthma
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?The time taken for this medicine to show its effect is subject to vary based on the intended use and form of medicine consumed.
- How long do the effects of this medicine last?The time duration for which this medicine remains effective in the body is subject to variations based on the form of medicine consumed.
- 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 by pregnant women. Consult your doctor immediately if a pregnancy is suspected while taking this medicine.
- Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?This medicine is not recommended for use by women who are breastfeeding. Consult your doctor and discuss the risks before using this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known history of allergy to Theophylline or any other medicine belonging to the Xanthine derivative group.
Acute myocardial infarction
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients who have recently suffered a heart attack and are making a recovery.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use by pregnant women. Consult your doctor immediately if a pregnancy is suspected while taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use by women who are breastfeeding. Consult your doctor and discuss the risks before using this medicine.
General warnings
Other diseases
Report the instance of any disease of the heart and blood vessels, brain, thyroid glands, gastrointestinal tract etc. to the doctor before receiving this medicine. This medicine should be used with caution and any disease worsening symptom should be reported immediately.
Other medicines
This medicine is known to interact with a large number of other medicines. Report the use of all medicines including herbs and supplement to the doctor.
Smoking
This medicine 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
Consumption of caffeine while taking this medicine may cause certain side effects to appear. Avoid or limit the uptake of caffeine or caffeine products while taking this medicine.
Use in the elderly
This medicine should be used with caution in the elderly as the risk of adverse effects are significantly higher.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose then the missed dose can be skipped.
Overdose
Contact your doctor if an overdose with this medicine is suspected. Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, flatulence, sleep disturbances etc.
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
Disease interactions
Hypotension or cardiogenic shock
This medicine should be used with caution in patients having low blood pressure or other associated complications of the heart. Report any incidence of fainting, headache, tiredness to the doctor.
Heart and blood vessel disorder
This medicine should be used with caution in patients having a disease of the heart and blood vessels. Suitable tests must be performed to ensure safe and effective use of this medicine in such cases.
Liver/kidney impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients having a liver/kidney impairment. Appropriate dose adjustments and intensive monitoring may be required if the impairment is moderate to severe.
Seizure disorders
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from seizure disorders. Appropriate medicine to control seizure should be given before starting the treatment with this medicine.
Food interactions
Avoid consumption of tobacco and marijuana while taking this medicine. The risk of adverse effects is high even with secondhand smoking.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Respira Ace 100 MG Capsule as instructed by the doctor. You should adhere to any dose changes instituted by the doctor over the course of treatment. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller quantities than prescribed. Do not use this medicine for an attack of asthma that has already set in.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine works by relaxing the smooth muscles of the airways in the lung and windpipe. It also regulates the production and movement of mucus from the windpipe. It also acts on certain substances that cause irritation and swelling of the airways.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Methylxanthines
Schedule
Schedule H
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