MUCIPHYLL-AN TAB

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Muciphyll AN Tablet is used to treat and prevent asthma and symptoms of the 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.

Muciphyll AN Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are vomiting, heartburn, stomach upset, rash, itching, breathing difficulty, and nasal inflammation. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as that may cause excessive drowsiness.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

USES OF MUCIPHYLL AN TABLET

Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

BENEFITS OF MUCIPHYLL AN TABLET

In the Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Muciphyll AN 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 MUCIPHYLL AN 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 Muciphyll AN

• Vomiting
• Heartburn
• Stomach pain
• Upset stomach
• Rash
• Hives
• Itching
• Breathing problems
• Nasal inflammation
• Increased white blood cell count

HOW TO USE MUCIPHYLL AN 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. Muciphyll AN Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW MUCIPHYLL AN TABLET WORKS

Muciphyll AN 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

Muciphyll AN Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Muciphyll AN Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Muciphyll AN Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

SAFE

Muciphyll AN Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Muciphyll AN Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Muciphyll AN Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Muciphyll AN Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Muciphyll AN Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE MUCIPHYLL AND AN TABLET?

If you miss a dose of Muciphyll AN Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.