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Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's

Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's

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Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

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About Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's

Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's is a respiratory medicine that belongs to the class of 'phosphodiesterase inhibitors' primarily used to manage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a group of progressive lung diseases. It is a long-term condition which makes you hard to take breathe. People with COPD have emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Emphysema destroys air sacs in the lungs, which interferes with the movement of outward airflow. Bronchitis allows mucus to build up in the bronchial tubes by causing inflammation and narrowing of the tubes.

Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's contains Roflumilast, which helps in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Roflumilast works by relaxing the airway in the lungs and making it easier to breathe. In addition to this, Roflumilast also helps treat the symptoms. It is generally a long-term treatment.

Take Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's with or without food or as directed by your doctor. It should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, bite, or break it. Your doctor will advise you how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. You may experience diarrhoea, nausea, stomach ache, weight decrease and headache in some cases. Most of these side effects of Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Try not to stop taking this medicine on your own. Do not stop taking Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's despite symptomatic relief. Treat your condition effectually, continue taking Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's for as long as it has been prescribed for you. Do not take this medicine if you have any moderate or severe liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's if you are a pregnant or breastfeeding woman. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's. Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in children and adolescents under 18 years of age.

Uses of Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Medicinal Benefits

Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's contains Roflumilast, which helps in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Roflumilast works by relaxing the airway in the lungs and making it easier to breathe. In addition to this, roflumilast also helps treat the symptoms. It is generally a long-term treatment.

Directions for Use

Swallow Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's

  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Stomach ache
  • Weight loss
  • Headache
  • Loss of appetite

Drug Warnings

Do not use Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's in more than the prescribed doses, leading to severe heart or lung problems. After taking Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's, if you experience irregular heartbeats, leg cramps, muscle weakness, numbness or tingling, or suicidal thinking and behaviour, please consult a doctor immediately. If you have cancer, heart disease, depression, inform your doctor before taking Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's.  This medicine is recommended for use in children and adolescents under 18 years of age. Before taking Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's, inform your doctor if you are already on medications like theophylline, oral corticosteroids, methotrexate, enoxacin or cimetidine.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's interacts with medicine used to treat allergic disorders (methylprednisolone), a drug used to treat asthma (budesonide/formoterol), drugs used to treat seizures (carbamazepine, phenytoin)

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's as it could lead to increased dizziness.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's should be taken with caution if you have a hepatic impairment, depression and weight loss.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • METHYLPREDNISOLONE
  • BUDESONIDE+FORMOTEROL

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Smoking should be avoided while taking Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's as it can alter the blood levels of roflumilast, which may affect the dosing.
  • It is essential to maintain hygiene like washing hands after coming from outside, as people with asthma/COPD are at a greater risk of infections.
  • Stay active and do regular exercise to improve quality of life and increase tolerance to shortness of breath.
  • Shortness of breath can be eased by doing pursed-lip breathing exercises. In this, relax your neck and shoulder muscles, breathe in with your nose for two seconds and breathe out through pursed lips for four seconds. Such exercises will help you to improve your breath.
  • Eat foods rich in potassium such as tomatoes, bananas, asparagus, oranges, potatoes, avocados, dark leafy greens and beetroots as potassium is important for lung function and a potassium deficiency may cause breathing problems.
  • Drink plenty of fluids every day to thin mucus which makes it easier to cough out.
  • Maintain a diet that includes complex carbohydrates such as lentils, beans, barley, oats, quinoa, bran, peas and potatoes with skin.
  • Limit or avoid the intake of caffeinated drinks such as tea, coffee, soda and energy drinks.
  • Eat protein-rich foods such as meat, fish (particularly salmon, sardines, and mackerel), eggs and poultry.
  • 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.
  • Stop smoking as it can reduce the efficacy of the Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's and irritate the lungs and make breathing problems worse.

Special Advise

  • Check your weight regularly while taking this medication. Tell your doctor right away of any unusual or extreme weight loss.
  • Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's is not a bronchodilator and is not indicated for the relief of acute bronchospasm. Always carry a rescue inhaler.

Disease/Condition Glossary

COPD: It is a group of progressive lung diseases, most commonly emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation and irritation of bronchial tubes). Initially, it may be mild, but it can lead to total blockage of airways and damage the lungs in severe cases. The major cause of COPD is smoking tobacco and exposure to air pollutants like asbestos and chemicals/fumes. 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).

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Off. Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380 009., Gujarat, India.
Other Info - ROF0026

FAQs

No, it is a prescribed drug, given by a physician for preventing specific medical conditions. Taking it on your own can cause unwanted side-effects.
Please take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.
It is essential to let your doctor know if you have any history of liver disease, cancer, heart disease, current/past infections, mental/mood disorders (depression, thoughts of suicide), unexplained/extreme weight loss, immune system disorders.
No, you are not recommended to stop taking Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's, please consult your doctor.
No, Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's does not relieve sudden symptoms such as shortness of breath. Therefore, it is advised to carry a rescue inhaler always to treat sudden symptoms.

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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's.

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Pregnancy

Caution

The safety of Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's in pregnant women is unknown and is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's is excreted in human milk. It is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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Driving

Unsafe

Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's may cause blurred vision or dizziness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you notice any changes in vision or feel dizzy after taking Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's.

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Liver

Caution

Do not take Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's if you have moderate or severe liver problems. Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.

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Children

Unsafe

Rofshield 500 mcg Tablet 10's should not be used in children and adolescents under 18 years of age.