Yelon 40mg Tablet SR

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Symbiosis Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Isoxsuprine (40mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Phenylpropane Derivative
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	GYNAECOLOGICAL
Action Class	Beta 2 agonist - Uterus
User Rating	4.2
User Reviews	448

FAQ

How and in what dose should I take Yelon 40mg?

Take this medicine, as per the advice of your doctor. The dose and duration depend on your exact medical condition. However take it at the same time of each day, to help you remember it.

What precautions do I need to take while taking Yelon 40mg?

You should consult your doctor, immediately if your contractions begin again or your water breaks.

What are the possible side effects of using Yelon 40mg?

The common side effects of Yelon 40mg are trembling, nervousness, weakness, dizziness, flushing, tachycardia, chest pain, nausea, and vomiting. If any of these side effects bother you, consult with your doctor.

What is Yelon 40mg and what is it used for?

Yelon 40mg belongs to the group of medicines called vasodilators and uterine relaxants. It is used in the treatment of premature labor, a condition when the uterus starts contracting too early than usual. It may also be used in the treatment of peripheral vascular diseases.

What if you forget to take Yelon Tablet SR?

If you miss a dose of Yelon 40mg, 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.

Yelon 40mg Tablet SR Reviews

Yelon 40mg is a vasodilator and uterine relaxant. It is used in the treatment of premature labor (when the uterus starts contracting for birth too early than usual). It is also helpful in the treatment of peripheral vascular diseases.

Yelon 40mg can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablets whole with a glass of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.

Dizziness is the most common side effect of the medicine. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. To lower the chance of dizziness, you must rise slowly, if getting up from a sitting or lying position or avoid driving or attention requiring activities.

Before taking the medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart problems or bleeding disorders. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. You must avoid taking part in any strenuous or stressful activities to prevent premature labor.

How Yelon 40mg Tablet SR Works

Yelon 40mg is a beta-adrenergic agonist. It works by preventing the contractions of the smooth muscles in the uterus. Thus, it relaxes the uterus to prevent premature labor. It also helps in widening blood vessels to increase blood flow, thereby improving blood circulation to certain parts of the body (such as the hands/feet, brain). Therefore, it also treats peripheral vascular disease.

How to Use Yelon 40mg 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. Yelon 40mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Yelon 40mg Tablet SR

In Treatment of Peripheral vascular disease: Peripheral vascular disease refers to the condition of disturbed blood circulation in blood vessels. Yelon 40mg helps the blood flow freely around your body thereby preventing a heart attack or stroke (or deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism). Make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine.
In Treatment of Premature Labor: Yelon 40mg prevents abnormal contractions of uterus muscles and relaxes them. It widens blood vessels to help increase blood flow and improve circulation to the smooth muscles of the uterus. This prevents premature labor and miscarriage. Take it as prescribed and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

Uses of Yelon 40mg Tablet SR

Treatment of Peripheral vascular disease
Treatment of Premature Labor

Yelon 40mg Tablet SR Side Effects

Safety Tips

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Yelon 40mg during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Yelon 40mg in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Yelon 40mg in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Yelon 40mg. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Yelon 40mg 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 Yelon 40mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Avoid stress or any kind of strenuous activity to prevent premature labor
You have been prescribed Yelon 40mg for the treatment of premature labor.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
It may also be used in the treatment of peripheral vascular diseases.
Inform your doctor if you experience a rash or irregular heartbeats or if you have bleeding disorders, glaucoma, or heart disease.
Yelon 40mg may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.

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Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 747-48.