Serophylline Capsule (Acebrophylline)

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 100 mg of acebrophylline orally twice daily.

This medication should not be used by certain patients. Patients who are allergic to this medication, its ingredients, or other xanthine derivatives should not take it. Patients allergic to the ingredient Ambroxol should also avoid this medication. Patients with acute myocardial infarction, very low blood pressure, or severe liver or kidney dysfunction may be at risk if they take this medication. Women who are breastfeeding are advised not to take this medication. This medication contains lactose, so patients with genetic conditions that prevent lactose digestion should avoid it. Additionally, patients with heart disease or congestive heart failure, obese individuals, patients with a history of epilepsy, patients with gastric or duodenal ulcers, patients with excessively active thyroid function, elderly individuals, children, patients with hypertension, those with severe hypoxemia, patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, patients with impaired liver or kidney function, and women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should use this medication with caution. This medication contains Yellow No. 5 dye, and caution is needed if allergic or hypersensitive reactions occur to this ingredient. Temporary nausea or dizziness may occur upon taking the medication, and gastrointestinal discomfort, diarrhea, vomiting, and loss of appetite may infrequently occur. If allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties occur, be sure to stop taking it immediately. Respiratory symptoms, headaches, insomnia, heart palpitations, and low blood pressure have also been reported infrequently, so consult a doctor if abnormal symptoms arise. This medication can become toxic if blood concentration rises too high, so caution is needed in elderly patients, patients with impaired liver function, kidney function, and patients with alcohol addiction. When taken with other medications, interactions may occur, so special caution is necessary, especially with specific antibiotics, diuretics, neural drugs, and medications related to smoking. It is advisable not to take it during pregnancy unless specifically required, and it is also safer not to take this medication while breastfeeding. The dosage and administration should be adjusted with caution in elderly patients and children. If an overdose occurs, severe seizures or cardiac arrhythmias may occur, so seek medical attention immediately and provide appropriate emergency care. Lastly, this medication should be kept out of the reach of children and not transferred to other containers, which is important for maintaining the drug's quality and safety.

• Temporary dizziness
• abdominal discomfort
• bloating in the stomach and abdomen
• abdominal pain
• diarrhea
• constipation
• nausea
• vomiting
• hematemesis
• heartburn

This medication should be stored in a tightly-sealed container to avoid exposure to air or light, and it is best kept at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication's effectiveness and ensures safe use.

Appearance

The upper part of the hard capsule is grayish, and the lower part is white, containing white to off-white powder.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 200 capsules/bottle