AC-Breathe-Plus Tablet SR

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Saksham Pharmaceuticals India Ltd
Active Ingredient	Montelukast (10mg) + Fexofenadine (120mg) + Acebrophylline (200mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	RESPIRATORY
User Rating	4.4
User Reviews	567

FAQ

Can the use of AC-Breathe-Plus cause dizziness?

Yes, the use of AC-Breathe-Plus can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of AC-Breathe-Plus?

Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

Will a higher than the recommended dose of AC-Breathe-Plus be more effective?

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of AC-Breathe-Plus will not make it more effective, rather it can lead to increased side effects. If the symptoms are getting worse, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.

What should be avoided while taking AC-Breathe-Plus?

Do not take it with any fruit juices (such as apple, orange, or grapefruit) as they might make the drug less effective. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking AC-Breathe-Plus. Drinking alcohol will increase the severity of drowsiness or sleepiness caused by AC-Breathe-Plus.

Can I stop AC-Breathe-Plus when my symptoms are relieved?

No, AC-Breathe-Plus should be continued as advised by the doctor. If you experience any problem due to the use of AC-Breathe-Plus, inform your doctor.

What if you forget to take AC-Breathe-Plus?

If you miss a dose of AC-Breathe-Plus, 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.

AC-Breathe-Plus Tablet SR Reviews

AC-Breathe-Plus is a combination medicine used in the prevention of asthma. It relieves allergy symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness. It also helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe.

AC-Breathe-Plus is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, skin rash, itching, breathing difficulty, and headache. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.

Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

How AC-Breathe-Plus Tablet SR Works

AC-Breathe-Plus is a combination of three medicines: Montelukast, Fexofenadine and Acebrophylline. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist. It works by blocking the action of leukotriene, a chemical messenger. This reduces inflammation in the airways and nose, and improves symptoms of allergies. Fexofenadine is an antiallergic which relieves symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Acebrophylline is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out.

How to Use AC-Breathe-Plus Tablet SR

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. AC-Breathe-Plus may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of AC-Breathe-Plus Tablet SR

In Asthma: Asthma is a condition in which your airways become narrow and as a result, breathing becomes difficult. AC-Breathe-Plus works by relaxing the muscles of the airways and widens it. It also gives relief from congestion or stuffiness by loosening mucus and helping to cough out. This makes you breathe easy and gives relief from symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing. Regular exercise and yoga can help improve the symptoms of asthma in the long term, in addition to improving overall health.

Uses of AC-Breathe-Plus Tablet SR

Asthma

AC-Breathe-Plus Tablet SR Side Effects

Safety Tips

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

AC-Breathe-Plus may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^CAUTION

AC-Breathe-Plus should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of AC-Breathe-Plus may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with AC-Breathe-Plus. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

AC-Breathe-Plus may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of AC-Breathe-Plus during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

AC-Breathe-Plus is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of AC-Breathe-Plus may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Take it at the same time each day, preferably in the evening after food.
Notify your doctor if you smoke or have an viral infection. Your dose may need to be adjusted.
Do not take it with any fruit juices (such as apple, orange, or grapefruit) as they might make the drug less effective.
It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.
Avoid using antacids within 30 minutes of taking this medicine. It can make it harder for your body to absorb this medication.
Your doctor may take regular blood test to monitor the level of drug in your body.
You have been prescribed AC-Breathe-Plus for prevention of asthma.