Abpex, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of COPD. The alternative uses of Abpex have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Abpex. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Abpex are Nausea or vomiting. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Abpex can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Abpex go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Abpex's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Abpex has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Abpex related warnings section.
Abpex can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Abpex in conditions like Heart Attack. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Abpex contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Abpex have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Abpex is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Abpex is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Abpex is used -
Mild
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Abpex safe for pregnant women?
Abpex can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Abpex safe during breastfeeding?
Abpex may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Abpex on the Kidneys?
Abpex rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Abpex on the Liver?
Abpex may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Abpex on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Abpex. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Abpex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Abpex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Abpex habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Abpex is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Abpex as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Abpex is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Abpex in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Abpex
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Abpex and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Abpex
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Abpex.
No, Abpex does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. However, if you are experiencing hair loss after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason.
No, Abpex is not an over-the-counter (OTC) drug. It is a prescription drug which is only available on the valid prescription of a registered medical practitioner.
Abpex contains acebrophylline which works by causing widening of bronchial smooth muscles present in the lungs which get tightened causing a constriction. Due to the constriction, the air cannot pass in and out of your lungs, and the relaxation of these bronchial muscles results in dilation of the airways. It also suppresses the body's normal response to stimuli (asthamatic trigger) that causes bronchoconstriction. In this way Abpex helps in managing the symptoms of asthma and COPD.
No, Abpex is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to use this drug without a doctor's advice because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
No, Abpex should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
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