INTRODUCTION:
In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Oxydex Tablet 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 / Indications:
Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
BENEFITS/INSTRUCTION:
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. Oxydex Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Side Effects:
Heartburn | Stomach pain | Upset stomach | Rash | Hives | Itching | Breathing problems | Nasal inflammation | Increased white blood cell count
How to use:
Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
How it works:
Oxydex Tablet 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.
Pregnancy interaction:
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
LACTATION INTERACTION:
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Alcohol Interaction:
UNSAFE
DRIVING INTERACTION:
SAFE
Interactions / Warnings:
- Alcohol : UNSAFE - Oxydex Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Oxydex Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Oxydex Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Driving : SAFE - Oxydex Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive. - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Oxydex Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Oxydex Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Oxydex Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Oxydex Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Faq for medicine:
Q. Can Oxydex Tablet interfere with laboratory tests?::: Yes, Oxydex Tablet 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 Oxydex Tablet before taking any tests.| Q. Will Oxydex Tablet 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.| Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Oxydex Tablet?::: 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.|
Description:
Oxydex Tablet 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. Oxydex Tablet 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, breathing difficulty, 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.
Expert advice:
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. Oxydex Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Medicine interaction:
Always consult a healthcare professional before using any medication. If you have specific questions about a particular medicine, please consult a pharmacist or a doctor for personalized advice
USE OF:
Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Liver Interaction:
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
KIDNEY INTERACTION:
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
IF MISS:
If you miss a dose of Oxydex Tablet, 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.
SAFETY ADVICE:
- Alcohol : UNSAFE - Oxydex Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Oxydex Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Oxydex Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Driving : SAFE - Oxydex Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive. - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Oxydex Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Oxydex Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Oxydex Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Oxydex Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
PRIMARY USE:
Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
FACT BOX:
Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::RESPIRATORY
Q & A:
Q. Can Oxydex Tablet interfere with laboratory tests?::: Yes, Oxydex Tablet 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 Oxydex Tablet before taking any tests.| Q. Will Oxydex Tablet 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.| Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Oxydex Tablet?::: 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.|
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