Aebro Capsule (Asebrophylline)

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 100 mg of acebrophylline orally twice daily.

This drug should not be administered to certain patients. Patients who have had allergic reactions to this drug, its ingredients, or other xanthine derivatives should not use it. Patients allergic to the ingredient ambroxol should also not take it. Patients with acute heart problems, especially those with acute myocardial infarction, should not take this medication. Patients with very low blood pressure should also avoid using this drug. It should not be administered to patients with severely impaired liver or kidney function. Furthermore, this drug is not recommended for breastfeeding women. Since this medication contains lactose, patients with lactose intolerance or certain genetic metabolic issues should avoid taking it. Caution is required for patients with heart disease, congestive heart failure, obesity, or a history of epilepsy when using this drug. It should be used cautiously in patients with gastric ulcers or hyperthyroidism. Special care is required for elderly patients and children when taking this drug. Patients with hypertension, severe hypoxemia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and those with impaired liver and kidney functions should also be careful. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should consult a doctor before taking this drug. While taking this medication, temporary symptoms such as nausea or dizziness may occur, and if these symptoms arise, the medication should be stopped. Gastrointestinal side effects may include discomfort in the abdomen, abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, and heartburn, though these are rare. Allergic reactions such as rash, itching, facial swelling, or difficulty breathing may occur, and if such symptoms present, use should be discontinued immediately. Respiratory problems, headache, insomnia, cardiac arrhythmia, and low blood pressure have also been reported in rare cases. This drug can become toxic at high blood concentrations, so caution is advised. Particularly in elderly patients, alcoholics, those with heart or lung problems, and patients with impaired liver and kidney functions, drug elimination from the body may be delayed, necessitating dosage adjustments. Interactions may occur when taken with other medications. Some antibiotics or anticoagulants can increase the blood concentration of this drug, and dosage adjustments may be necessary. When used with diuretics or certain cardiac medications, side effects may be amplified. Additionally, overly stimulating effects on the central nervous system may occur when taken with central nervous system stimulants or other xanthine derivatives, so concurrent use should be avoided. Exercise caution when used with sympathomimetics. It is preferable not to use this drug during pregnancy unless in special cases. It is also safe for breastfeeding women to avoid using this medication. Elderly patients should adjust their medication dosages carefully as bodily functions decline. Extra caution is required when administering this drug to children, and it should be taken according to a doctor's guidance if necessary. In case of overdose, severe convulsions or cardiac arrhythmia may occur, so appropriate treatment should be sought immediately at a hospital. If an overdose is suspected, inducing vomiting or administering an antidote may be necessary, and in severe cases, oxygen supply and drug therapy may be required. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and should not be transferred to another container, as this may affect its quality.

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

A capsule with a gray upper part and a white lower part filled with white to whitish powder.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle