Bamwin 10mg Tablet
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Klokter Life Sciences |
Active Ingredient | Bambuterol (10mg) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Chemical Class | Phenoxy Compounds |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
Action Class | Short acting β2-agonists |
User Rating | 4.3 |
User Reviews | 693 |
FAQ
How should I take Bamwin 10mg?
Bamwin 10mg should be taken in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Bamwin 10mg can be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day to reduce the chances of a missed dose. However, it is advisable to take Bamwin 10mg just before bedtime with a glass of water.
Can I smoke if I have been prescribed Bamwin 10mg?
No, you should not smoke while taking Bamwin 10mg. Smoking irritates the lungs. The medicine may make breathing more difficult, especially in patients who have asthma. Take advice from your doctor if you are finding it hard to avoid smoking.
I have started using Bamwin 10mg and I am experiencing headaches and shakiness. Is this because of Bamwin 10mg and will these go away?
Yes, it could be due to Bamwin 10mg. Feeling shaky is a common side effect of Bamwin 10mg which goes away after some time. For headaches, drink plenty of water, get sufficient rest and avoid alcohol. Usually, headaches go away after a week. If they persist for a long time, contact your doctor.
How does Bamwin 10mg work?
Bamwin 10mg works by widening the air passages in your lungs so that air can flow into your lungs more freely. For people with asthma, Bamwin 10mg helps to relieve symptoms such as coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath, particularly at night.
What if I forget to take a dose of Bamwin 10mg?
If you forget a dose of Bamwin 10mg, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, take it in the regular schedule instead of taking the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Being a diabetic, what should I remember while taking Bamwin 10mg?
Bamwin 10mg may cause blood sugar levels to rise. Therefore, your doctor may adjust your dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines. Keep a regular check on your blood glucose levels and do not miss any dose. Consult your doctor if you experience a sudden rise in blood sugar levels.
Is it safe to take Bamwin 10mg if I have heart disease?
Yes, Bamwin 10mg is considered safe, but its use depends on the severity of your heart problem. However, it would be best to consult your doctor before taking Bamwin 10mg. If you experience chest pain or any other symptom of worsening heart disease while taking Bamwin 10mg, you should seek immediate medical advice.
What would happen if I take higher than the recommended dose of Bamwin 10mg?
Taking a higher than the recommended dose of Bamwin 10mg may cause seizures, chest pain, nervousness, headache, dry mouth, nausea, dizziness and lack of energy. High doses of Bamwin 10mg may also cause fast, irregular or pounding heartbeat, uncontrollable shaking of any part of the body and difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. In any such case, seek immediate medical attention.
Bamwin 10mg Tablet Reviews
Bamwin 10mg is used to relieve symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD) such as coughing, wheezing, and breathlessness. It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe.
You can take Bamwin 10mg with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Try to take it at the same time each day. It is important to keep taking this medicine until your doctor tells you not to. Use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it even if you feel well.
Bamwin 10mg is generally safe and effective but some common side effects include insomnia, headache, palpitation, increased heart rate, tremor, and muscle cramp. These side effects are not often dangerous and they should gradually improve as your body gets used to this medicine. There are other, rarer, side effects and you should call your doctor straight away if you get chest pain, a very bad headache, or very bad dizziness.
Before using Bamwin 10mgl, you should tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure, an overactive thyroid gland, a history of heart problems, diabetes, or low levels of potassium in your blood to make sure it is safe. Also, make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medicine. Because this medicine can make you feel dizzy or shaky, do not drive, cycle, or use tools or machinery until you feel better. You should not smoke as it causes damage to your lungs and will make your condition worse.
You can take Bamwin 10mg with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Try to take it at the same time each day. It is important to keep taking this medicine until your doctor tells you not to. Use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it even if you feel well.
Bamwin 10mg is generally safe and effective but some common side effects include insomnia, headache, palpitation, increased heart rate, tremor, and muscle cramp. These side effects are not often dangerous and they should gradually improve as your body gets used to this medicine. There are other, rarer, side effects and you should call your doctor straight away if you get chest pain, a very bad headache, or very bad dizziness.
Before using Bamwin 10mgl, you should tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure, an overactive thyroid gland, a history of heart problems, diabetes, or low levels of potassium in your blood to make sure it is safe. Also, make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medicine. Because this medicine can make you feel dizzy or shaky, do not drive, cycle, or use tools or machinery until you feel better. You should not smoke as it causes damage to your lungs and will make your condition worse.
How Bamwin 10mg Tablet Works
Bamwin 10mg is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.
How to Use Bamwin 10mg Tablet
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. Bamwin 10mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Benefits of Bamwin 10mg Tablet
- In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): Bronchodilators like Bamwin 10mg help the airways in your lungs stay open. They work by relaxing the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.
Uses of Bamwin 10mg Tablet
- Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Bamwin 10mg Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Bamwin 10mg. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Bamwin 10mg alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Bamwin 10mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bamwin 10mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Bamwin 10mg 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Bamwin 10mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Bamwin 10mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bamwin 10mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Inform your doctor if you are diabetic, have high blood pressure, heart disease, thyroid disorder, liver or kidney disease.
- Take Bamwin 10mg shortly before bedtime.
- Bamwin 10mg is used for the treatment of asthma and COPD.
- Consult your doctor immediately if you do not get relief from wheezing or chest tightness.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant particularly in the first three months, planning to become pregnant or are breast-feeding.
References
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- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).
- Bambuterol. Capability Green, Luton: AstraZeneca UK Ltd.; 1992 [revised 25 Jan. 2017].