Acethama-DM Tablet SR

Acethama-DM Tablet SR is a combination medicine used in the prevention of asthma. It relieves allergy symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness. It also helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe.

Acethama-DM Tablet SR 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 nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, dryness in mouth, flu-like symptoms, skin rash, fatigue, headache, rash, and breathing difficulty. 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. This medicine may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Asthma

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. Acethama-DM Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Acethama-DM Tablet SR is a combination of three medicines: Acebrophylline, Desloratadine and Montelukast. Acebrophylline is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. Desloratadine is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist. It works by blocking the action of leukotriene, a chemical messenger. This reduces inflammation in the airways and nose and improves your symptoms.

If you miss a dose of Acethama-DM Tablet SR, 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.

You have been prescribed Acethama-DM Tablet SR for prevention of asthma.

Take it at the same time each day, preferably in the evening after food.

Do not take it with any fruit juices (such as apple, orange, or grapefruit) as they might make the drug less effective.

It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing. 

Your doctor may take regular blood test to monitor the level of drug in your body.

Avoid using antacids within 30 minutes of taking this medicine. It can make it harder for your body to absorb this medication.

Notify your doctor if you smoke or have an viral infection. Your dose may need to be adjusted.

Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.

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In Asthma

Acethama-DM Tablet SR is used to prevent the symptoms of asthma such as tightness in your chest, wheezing, breathlessness and coughing. It also relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing and watery eyes. Acethama-DM Tablet SR works by reducing and preventing swelling and inflammation in your lungs. It may take a few weeks for this medicine to show full effects. This medicine will not stop an asthma attack that has already started. In order to prevent future attacks, it is important to identify asthma triggers and avoid them and take your medications as prescribed.

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

Increased white blood cell count

Breathing problems

Drowsiness

Itching

Hives

Rash

Headache

Fatigue

Skin rash

Flu-like symptoms

Dryness in mouth

Diarrhea

Stomach pain

Vomiting

Nausea

Alcohol:CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Acethama-DM Tablet SR. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Acethama-DM Tablet SR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Acethama-DM Tablet SR during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving:UNSAFE

Acethama-DM Tablet SR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney:CAUTION

Acethama-DM Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Acethama-DM Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:CAUTION

Acethama-DM Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Acethama-DM Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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