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Composition :

BAMBUTEROL-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Zuventus Healthcare Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Asthafree 10mg Tablet

Asthafree 10mg Tablet is a respiratory medication primarily used to treat and prevent asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD) like bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of your bronchial tubes). Asthma is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing. COPD is a group of lung diseases that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs.

Asthafree 10mg Tablet contains ‘Bambuterol’ and belongs to the class of bronchodilators. It is a long-acting beta-agonist that relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. Asthafree 10mg Tablet makes breathing easier by widening the airways. It helps to prevent asthma attacks in adults. . If you use Asthafree 10mg Tablet for asthma, you must use it together with an inhaled steroid medicine for long-term asthma control.

Take Asthafree 10mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Asthafree 10mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical conditions. You may experience restlessness, headache, palpitations, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), trembling (shaking as a result of anxiety), and muscle cramps. Most of these side effects of Asthafree 10mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Asthafree 10mg Tablet should not be taken if you are allergic to Asthafree 10mg Tablet or other ingredients. Asthafree 10mg Tablet should not be taken in conditions like liver or kidney disease, heart disease, and diabetes. If pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before using Asthafree 10mg Tablet. Asthafree 10mg Tablet is not recommended for children. Asthafree 10mg Tablet may not affect your ability to drive or use machines. However, if you notice any side effects like dizziness, avoid driving and operating machinery until you feel better. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine, as it can worsen your side effects.

Uses of Asthafree 10mg Tablet

Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Bronchitis

Directions for Use

Take Asthafree 10mg Tablet with or without food as advised by your doctor and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Asthafree 10mg Tablet is a bronchodilator used to treat and prevent respiratory disorders like asthma or exercise-induced bronchospasm and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD). Asthafree 10mg Tablet relaxes your airways which helps reduce wheezing and chest tightness caused by asthma and other airways-related problems. It relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. It makes breathing easier by widening the airways. If you use Asthafree 10mg Tablet for asthma, you must use it with an inhaled steroid medicine for long-term asthma control.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Asthafree 10mg Tablet
  • Approach calmly, use a non-threatening tone, actively listen, validate concerns, and provide clear instructions.
  • Practice environmental changes like adjusting lighting, noise levels, and providing a safe space.
  • Recognizing and praising desired behaviors.
  • Maintaining consistent schedules for daily activities.
  • Try to engage in calming activities to redirect focus.
  • Restlessness is related to mental health and needs medical attention if it's severe.
  • Regular practice of meditation and yoga can help calm your mind. This can reduce restlessness.
  • Prevent smoking as it can impact your calmness of body and mind.
  • Talk to your friends and family about restlessness, who can provide a solution for why you feel restless.
  • Get sufficient sleep for a minimum of 6-7 hours to reduce restlessness.
Here are the steps to manage medication-triggered tremors or involuntary shaking:
  • Notify your doctor immediately if you experience tremors or involuntary shaking after taking medication or adjusting your medication regimen.
  • Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen or recommend alternative techniques like relaxation, meditation, or journaling to alleviate tremor symptoms.
  • Your doctor may direct you to practice stress-reducing techniques, such as deep breathing exercises, yoga, or journaling.
  • Regular physical activity, such as walking or jogging, can help reduce anxiety and alleviate tremor symptoms.
  • Your doctor may recommend lifestyle changes, such as avoiding caffeine, getting enough sleep, and staying hydrated, to help manage tremors.
  • Maintain regular follow-up appointments with your doctor to monitor tremor symptoms and adjust treatment plans as needed.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
  • Avoid triggers like alcohol, caffeine, and energy drinks.
  • Try relaxation techniques such as yoga, meditation, or deep breathing.
  • Exercise regularly as it helps maintain heart health.
  • Follow a nutritious and balanced diet.
  • Muscle cramps can be treated with regular exercise or yoga, which includes mild stretching, which helps strengthen the lower body.
  • Warm baths and gentle massage of the affected parts can help relieve cramps.
  • Avoid strenuous activity and take frequent breaks, as rest is critical.
  • Intake of nutritious food can help strengthen body and mind. A trained nutritionist can help design a balanced diet for strengthening muscles.
  • Speak to your doctor if the pain lasts an extended period. Medical help can be practical in finding a cure for cramps.

Drug Warnings

Asthafree 10mg Tablet should not be taken if you are allergic to Asthafree 10mg Tablet or any other ingredients. Before taking Asthafree 10mg Tablet inform your doctor if you have thyroid disease, a family history of glaucoma, (increased pressure in the eye). Asthafree 10mg Tablet should not be taken in conditions like liver or kidney disease, heart disease, and diabetes. Asthafree 10mg Tablet can cause hypokalemia (low potassium levels in the blood), therefore should be used with caution in patients with hypokalaemia to prevent any cardiovascular effects. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before using Asthafree 10mg Tablet. Asthafree 10mg Tablet is not recommended for children. Asthafree 10mg Tablet may not affect your ability to drive or use machines. However, if you notice any side effects like dizziness, avoid driving and operating machinery until you feel better. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine, as it can worsen your side effects.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take Asthafree 10mg Tablet as directed by the doctor and at regular intervals. Do not use other over the counter medications, herbal or vitamin supplements without informing your pharmacist or doctor when you take Asthafree 10mg Tablet.

  • Know your triggers like allergens, such as pollen, dust, and food items that make your asthma severe.

  • Quit smoking and avoid passive smoking. Smoking also reduces the effectiveness of the medicine.

  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system.

  • Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.

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Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY STIMULANTS

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FAQs

Asthafree 10mg Tablet contains 'Bambuterol', which can cause a rise in blood glucose levels. Hence therapy with Asthafree 10mg Tablet is cautiously administered in patients with diabetes. Please monitor your blood glucose levels regularly and inform your doctor so the dose can be adjusted accordingly.

No, you are not recommended to take atenolol with Asthafree 10mg Tablet as it may reduce the efficacy of Asthafree 10mg Tablet. Also, atenolol may trigger asthma attacks or worsen breathing problems by narrowing airways. However, please consult a doctor before using other medicines with Asthafree 10mg Tablet.

Asthafree 10mg Tablet contains a bronchodilator, which may decrease the potassium levels in your body; therefore, it should be used with caution. Please consult your doctor before taking Asthafree 10mg Tablet since low potassium levels can lead to other cardiovascular problems in patients with hypokalaemia.

Yes, Asthafree 10mg Tablet is considered safe, but its use depends on the severity of your heart problem. However, it would be best to inform your doctor before taking Asthafree 10mg Tablet. If you experience chest pain or any other symptom of worsening heart disease while taking Asthafree 10mg Tablet, you should immediately talk to your doctor.

Yes, it may occur due to Asthafree 10mg Tablet. Feeling shaky is a common side effect of Asthafree 10mg Tablet, which goes away after a few times. For headaches, drink plenty of water, get enough rest and avoid alcohol. Generally, headaches go away after a week. If they continue for a long time, inform your doctor.

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Special Advise

  • Regularly monitor your blood sugar levels while using Asthafree 10mg Tablet since bronchodilators like bambuterol can cause low blood glucose levels.

  • Consult your diabetologist if you have diabetes before using Asthafree 10mg Tablet so that your insulin or other diabetic medication can be adjusted accordingly to maintain your blood sugar levels.

  • It is advised to undergo a blood examination to check on your potassium levels since Asthafree 10mg Tablet can cause low potassium levels in the blood (hypokalaemia).

Disease/Condition Glossary

Asthma: It is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing. The asthma symptoms include wheezing (whistling sound while breathing), shortness of breath, chest tightness, and cough, especially at night. The symptoms of mild persistent asthma may occur more than 2 times a week and up to 4 nights in a month, whereas, in the case of severe persistent asthma, the symptoms occur several times every day and most nights. 

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): It is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes). The major cause of COPD is smoking tobacco. Also, long-term exposure to fumes and chemicals may lead to COPD. The symptoms include chronic cough, shortness of breath, or wheezing (whistle sound while breathing).

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