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Acephylline Capsule (Acebrophylline)

Acephylline Capsule (Acebrophylline)

Prescription medicationHard capsuleOral
Ingredient · strength
Acebrophylline›100mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
(Ltd.) Ilhwa
Appearance
A gray capsule filled with white to off-white powder.
Packaging
30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200501429 · Notified 2005.11.16 · Insurance code 640902270

Summary

Main use
Treatment of acute and chronic respiratory diseases (bronchitis, asthma, sinusitis, etc.)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 100 mg orally twice daily as acebrophylline.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(Ltd.) Ilhwa

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of acute and chronic respiratory diseases (bronchitis, asthma, sinusitis, etc.)

  • Airway obstruction
  • mucus secretion disorder
  • acute and chronic respiratory diseases
  • acute and chronic bronchitis
  • bronchial asthma
  • sinusitis
  • rhinitis.
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This medicine is used for acute and chronic respiratory diseases such as acute and chronic bronchitis, bronchial asthma, sinusitis, and rhinitis. It especially helps ease airway obstruction and mucus secretion disorders, making breathing more comfortable. It helps improve symptoms and maintain respiratory health in these conditions.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 100 mg orally twice daily as acebrophylline.

Precautions

This medicine should not be used in certain patients. For example, those who are allergic to this medicine or its components, or those allergic to ambroxol, patients with acute myocardial infarction, hypotension, severe liver or kidney dysfunction, and breastfeeding women should not take this medication. Additionally, since it contains lactose, it should not be taken by individuals with genetic issues such as galactose intolerance, lactose enzyme deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption. Patients with heart disease, obesity, epilepsy, gastric ulcers, hyperthyroidism, elderly patients, children, hypertension, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and pregnant women should use this medicine with caution. Special attention is needed for those allergic to the included yellow No. 5 dye. During use, side effects such as nausea, dizziness, dyspepsia, diarrhea, rash, and difficulty breathing may occur. If these symptoms appear, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician. This medication may exhibit toxicity if blood concentrations become high; therefore, those with impaired liver or kidney function should exercise extra caution. Moreover, taking this medication with certain antibiotics or other drugs may alter its blood concentration; hence, inform healthcare professionals about any other medications being taken. It is advisable to avoid using this medicine during pregnancy unless in special cases, and it is safer for breastfeeding women not to take this medication. Elderly patients and children require dosage adjustments and careful monitoring when using this medicine. In case of overdose, vomiting may be induced, and appropriate treatment may be necessary, so immediate medical attention should be sought. Finally, this medicine should be stored out of reach of children, and it is important not to transfer it to another container to maintain quality.

Side effects

  • Temporary areas
  • dizziness
  • abdominal discomfort
  • gastric/bloating
  • stomach/abdominal pain
  • diarrhea
  • constipation
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • hematemesis
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  • heartburn
  • loss of appetite
  • gastric esophageal bleeding
  • epigastric pain
  • rash
  • urticaria
  • urticarial erythema
  • itching
  • facial edema
  • dyspnea
  • elevated body temperature
  • purulent rhinitis
  • hyperventilation
  • oral paresthesia
  • arm paresthesia
  • headache
  • excitement
  • insomnia
  • tachycardia
  • extrasystole
  • hyperlaxity
  • hypotension
  • albuminuria
  • hyperglycemia
  • generalized tonic-clonic seizures
  • ventricular arrhythmias

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medicine should be stored in a tightly closed container to avoid exposure to air or moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A gray capsule filled with white to off-white powder.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.