Acephyl-FM Tablet

Acephyl-FM Tablet is used to prevent asthma and treat allergic symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, congestion, stuffy nose, or watery eyes. Asthma is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty in breathing. An allergy is a condition that occurs when the immune system reacts to a foreign substance that is typically not harmful to your body. These foreign substances are known as ‘allergens.’

Acephyl-FM Tablet is a combination of three drugs: Acebrophylline (mucolytic), Montelukast (leukotriene receptor antagonist), and Fexofenadine hydrochloride (antihistamine). Acebrophylline is a mucolytic (cough/sputum thinner) agent that helps thin and loosen phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Montelukast works by blocking the action of chemicals called leukotrienes that are released from the lungs, causing inflammation (swelling) and increased mucus production in the airways. Thereby reducing inflammation, mucus production, and narrowing in the airways. Fexofenadine hydrochloride belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that work by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  

Take Acephyl-FM Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will decide the dose and the duration of Acephyl-FM Tablet use based on your medical condition. Some people may experience a skin rash, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, and stomach discomfort. Most of these side effects of Acephyl-FM Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. 

If you are known to be allergic to Acephyl-FM Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Acephyl-FM Tablet. Acephyl-FM Tablet is not recommended for children unless advised by a doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption with Acephyl-FM Tablet as it may increase drowsiness. Drive only if you are alert, as Acephyl-FM Tablet may cause drowsiness or dizziness in some people. It is advised to maintain a 2-hour gap between taking Acephyl-FM Tablet and indigestion remedies containing magnesium and aluminium, as taking these medicines simultaneously may reduce the absorption of Acephyl-FM Tablet.

Acephyl-FM Tablet contains Acebrophylline, Montelukast, and Fexofenadine hydrochloride, which prevent asthma and treat allergic symptoms. Acebrophylline is a cough/sputum thinner that helps in thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. This helps to cough out easily and makes breathing easier by opening airways. Montelukast reduces inflammation, mucus production, and narrowing in the airways. Fexofenadine hydrochloride is an anti-allergic drug that blocks the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  It helps to provide relief from symptoms of allergy such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness.

• Diarrhoea
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Skin rash
• Heartburn
• Stomach discomfort

If you are known to be allergic to Acephyl-FM Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Acephyl-FM Tablet. Acephyl-FM Tablet is not recommended for children unless advised by a doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption with Acephyl-FM Tablet as it may increase drowsiness. Drive only if you are alert as Acephyl-FM Tablet may cause drowsiness or dizziness in some people. If you notice changes in mood causing depression, self-harming thoughts or aggressive behaviour while taking Acephyl-FM Tablet, please consult a doctor immediately. It is advised to maintain 2 hours gap between taking Acephyl-FM Tablet and indigestion remedies containing magnesium and aluminium as taking these medicines at the same time may reduce the absorption of Acephyl-FM Tablet. Regular monitoring of potassium levels is recommended while taking Acephyl-FM Tablet as it may cause low potassium levels in the blood. 

Drug-Drug Interaction: Acephyl-FM Tablet may interact with water pills (furosemide), medicines used to treat gout (allopurinol), antacid (cimetidine), drugs used to lower high blood pressure (diltiazem, verapamil), heart-related medicines (isoprenaline), anthelmintic (thiabendazole), corticosteroids (prednisone), oral contraceptives (ethinylestradiol), drugs used to treat high lipid levels (gemfibrozil), antibiotics (rifampicin, erythromycin, ciprofloxacin, amoxicillin, doxycycline), anticonvulsants (phenytoin, phenobarbital) and antifungals (ketoconazole), 

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid taking Acephyl-FM Tablet with certain fruit juices such as orange, apple, and grapefruit as it may reduce the effectiveness of Acephyl-FM Tablet. Avoid or limit the intake of caffeine with Acephyl-FM Tablet as it may increase side effects. Also, avoid intake of alcohol with Acephyl-FM Tablet as it may increase drowsiness.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have low blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, hemodynamic instability (unstable blood pressure), had heart attack, Lapp lactase deficiency, galactose intolerance or glucose-galactose malabsorption, fits, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), viral infections, heart failure, high blood pressure, gastric or duodenal ulcers, kidney, liver or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Acephyl-FM Tablet.

• FUROSEMIDE
• ALLOPURINOL
• CIMETIDINE
• DILTIAZEM
• VERAPAMIL
• ISOPRENALINE
• THIABENDAZOLE
• PREDNISONE
• ETHINYLESTRADIOL
• GEMFIBROZIL
• RIFAMPICIN
• ERYTHROMYCIN
• CIPROFLOXACIN
• AMOXICILLIN
• DOXYCYCLINE
• PHENYTOIN
• PHENOBARBITAL
• KETOCONAZOLE

• Add ginger to foods or tea as it contains some anti-inflammatory compounds that can relax membranes in the airways and reduce cough, irritation, and swelling in nasal passages.
• Eat foods rich in potassium, such as tomatoes, bananas, asparagus, oranges, potatoes, avocados, dark leafy greens, and beetroot, as potassium is important for lung function, and a potassium deficiency may cause breathing problems.
• Avoid foods such as cabbage, beans, garlic, onions, shrimp, pickled food, dried fruits, fried foods, carbonated drinks, wine, bottled lemon, and lime juice, as it may worsen asthma symptoms.
• Staying hydrated is vital for those with a cough or cold. Drink liquids at room temperature to get relief from runny nose, cough, and sneezing.
• Stress affects the immune system and raises the risk of illness. To relieve stress, meditate, deepen breathing, and engage in regular exercise. You can also try progressive muscle relaxation techniques.
• Quit smoking as it may reduce the effectiveness of the Acephyl-FM Tablet and irritate the lungs worsening breathing problems.
• It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. Also, certain food items are known to cause allergies to you.
• Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.

Asthma: It is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty in breathing. The symptoms of asthma 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. The treatment for asthma includes medication, breathing exercises, and self-care. 

Allergy: It is a condition that occurs when the immune system reacts to a foreign substance that is typically not harmful to your body. These foreign substances are known as ‘allergens.’ Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever, pollen, or pet dander. One of the main symptoms of allergy is cough, and it acts as a reflex action in the throat when there is any mucus or foreign irritant entry into the respiratory system.