Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Mackenzie Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Acebrophylline (100mg) + Acetylcysteine (600mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	RESPIRATORY
User Rating	4.7
User Reviews	475

FAQ

Can Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg interfere with laboratory tests?

Yes, Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg contains Acetylcysteine which may interfere with laboratory tests like urine ketone test and may cause false test results. Inform your doctor if you are taking Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg before taking any tests.

What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg?

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 Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg be more effective if taken in higher doses?

No, taking more of this medicine will not make it more effective, rather it can lead to increased side effects. If symptoms are not getting relieved by the recommended doses, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.

What if you forget to take Emgikast AB Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg, 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.

Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg Tablet Reviews

Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg is used to treat and prevent asthma and symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked) such as coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath. It helps relax the muscles of the air passages thereby making it easier to breathe.

Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg 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 vomiting, heartburn, stomach upset, rash, itching, and nasal inflammation. 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. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as that may cause excessive drowsiness.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

How Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg Tablet Works

Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg is a combination of two medicines : Acebrophylline and Acetylcysteine. Acebrophylline is a mucolytic and bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles of the airways and also thins and loosens mucus, making it easier to breathe. Acetylcysteine is a mucolytic medication. It thins and loosens mucus (phlegm) making it easier to cough out.

How to Use Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg 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. Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg Tablet

In Treatment of Asthma: Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg is a combination of two medicines that can help prevent the onset of an asthma attack if it is taken before exercise or exposure to some “triggers”. These “triggers” may include house dust, pollen, pets, and cigarette smoke. This medicine relaxes the muscles of your airways which makes the air easier to get in and out. It will therefore allow you to exercise more freely without worrying about getting symptoms such as wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath. This enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.
In Treatment of Pneumonia: Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg works by killing bacteria which can cause serious infections. It is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as infections of lungs (pneumonia), skin and soft tissues. This medicine usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg is a combination of two medicines that helps 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. This medicine also loosens thick mucus, making it easier to cough 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. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.

Uses of Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg Tablet

Treatment of Asthma
Treatment of Pneumonia
Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^SAFE

Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Your doctor may ask you to take regular blood tests to monitor the level of drug in your body to make sure that you are taking the right dose.
Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor even if you feel better.
Emgikast AB 100mg/600mg helps in the prevention and treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Drink plenty of fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
It should be taken at the same time each day, preferably in the evening after food.
Notify your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney, liver, or heart disease, or if have a smoking history. Your dose may need to be adjusted.
It has a smelly odor. This is normal and does not indicate that the medicine has changed.
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.