• Vomiting
• Drowsiness
• Heartburn
• Increased white blood cell count
• Loss of appetite
• Rash
• Itching
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal discomfort
• Abdominal distension
• Esophageal bleeding
• Red spots or bumps
• Breathing problems
• Nasal inflammation
• Dizziness

If you miss a dose of Acethama-DM Tablet SR, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Q. Acebrophylline Q. When should Acebrophylline be avoided??
  Ans: Acebrophylline should be avoided in patients who are allergic to ambroxol, Acebrophylline, or theophylline. Along with that, patients suffering from low blood pressure, irregular heart beats or rhythm or history of heart attack, liver disease or kidney disorder should avoid taking Acebrophylline.
• Q. Q. How should Acebrophylline be taken??
  Ans: Acebrophylline should be taken strictly as advised by the doctor. To avoid an upset stomach it should be taken with food.
• Q. Q. Is it okay to take furosemide along with Acebrophylline??
  Ans: One should take proper caution if you are taking furosemide along with Acebrophylline. This is because the combined use of these medicines may decrease the levels of potassium. Hence, regular monitoring of potassium levels is required.
• Q. Q. Does birth control pills have any effect on Acebrophylline??
  Ans: If you are taking birth control pills, dose of Acebrophylline need to be reduced as birth control pills may interfere with clearance of Acebrophylline, increasing its levels and chances of side effects.
• Q. Q. Is Acebrophylline the same as theophylline??
  Ans: Acebrophylline comprises of theophylline-7 acetate and ambroxol which makes it effective in making the mucus more fluid and clearing the airways easily, thereby making breathing easier. This effect of Acebrophylline works as an added advantage over theophylline. Moreover, it also reduces the need for other medicine used to treat asthma, like salbutamol.

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