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Acevnil Capsule (Acebrophylline)

Prescription medicationOralExpired
Ingredient · strength
Acebrophylline›100mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
Youngil Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Capsule containing white to whitish powder with a gray upper part and a white lower part
Packaging
30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 202002790 · Approved 2020.04.21

This product's status changed to Expired on 2025.04.21. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Treatment of respiratory diseases (bronchitis, bronchial asthma, sinusitis, etc.)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: The usual dose is 100 mg of acebrophylline per dose, taken orally twice daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Youngil Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of respiratory diseases (bronchitis, bronchial asthma, sinusitis, etc.)

  • Airway obstruction
  • mucous secretion disorders
  • acute respiratory diseases
  • chronic respiratory diseases
  • acute bronchitis
  • chronic bronchitis
  • bronchial asthma
  • sinusitis
  • dry rhinitis
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This medication is used for acute and chronic respiratory diseases caused by airway obstruction and mucous secretion abnormalities. Major indications include acute and chronic bronchitis, bronchial asthma, sinusitis, and dry rhinitis. These diseases can cause inflammation in the respiratory tract and problems with mucous secretion, leading to breathing difficulties or discomfort; this medication helps alleviate these symptoms and improve respiratory function. In other words, it is used effectively in the treatment of various respiratory diseases.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: The usual dose is 100 mg of acebrophylline per dose, taken orally twice daily.

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by individuals allergic to xanthine derivatives and ambroxol. Patients with recent myocardial infarction, very low blood pressure, severely impaired liver or kidney function, and breastfeeding women should also avoid this medication. Moreover, individuals with lactose intolerance or specific genetic metabolic disorders should not use this medication. Patients with heart disease, obesity, a history of epilepsy, gastric ulcers, hyperthyroidism, elderly patients, children, hypertension, severe hypoxia, chronic lung disease, and liver and kidney impairment should exercise extra caution when using this medication. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should also be cautious when taking this medication, and those allergic to Yellow No. 5 should be careful as well. Side effects such as nausea, dizziness, indigestion, rash, itching, and breathing difficulties may occur, and if such symptoms develop, immediate cessation of use is necessary. If blood concentration increases, toxicity may occur, thus dosage adjustment is necessary in patients with impaired liver or kidney function or in the elderly. There may be interactions with other medications, so individuals taking antibiotics, diuretics, anticonvulsants, and sympathomimetics should definitely consult with a physician or pharmacist. It is advisable to avoid using this medication during the early and late stages of pregnancy, and it is safe for breastfeeding women not to take it. Particular attention is required for the elderly and children, and dosage should be adjusted or administered with caution. In cases of overdose, severe seizures or heart problems may arise, necessitating immediate hospital treatment for proper care. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers.

Side effects

  • Transient zone
  • dizziness
  • abdominal discomfort
  • gastric and abdominal bloating
  • gastric and abdominal pain
  • diarrhea
  • constipation
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • hematemesis
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  • heartburn
  • appetite loss
  • esophagogastric bleeding
  • epigastric pain
  • rash
  • urticaria
  • urticarial erythema
  • itching
  • facial swelling
  • dyspnea
  • fever associated with chills
  • purulent rhinitis
  • tachypnea
  • oral paresthesia
  • arm paresthesia
  • headache
  • excitement
  • insomnia
  • tachycardia
  • ectopic contractions
  • hyperrelaxation
  • hypotension
  • albuminuria
  • hyperglycemia

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

Storage

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and humidity. Moreover, it is essential to maintain a temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius while storing the medication. Proper storage will help preserve its efficacy for a longer period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Capsule containing white to whitish powder with a gray upper part and a white lower part

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle

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