Ab Flo N Tablet 10
₹240.00
Quick fact
Ab Flo N Tablet 10 is a combination tablet used for respiratory conditions, including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, bronchitis and pulmonary complications of cystic fibrosis.
Uses
What is Ab Flo N Tablet 10 & Important Details
Ab Flo N Tablet 10 is a combination medicine described for respiratory conditions. It contains acebrophylline and acetylcysteine.
- It is a tablet supplied in a pack of 10 tablets.
- The stated ingredients are acebrophylline and acetylcysteine.
How does Ab Flo N Tablet 10 work (mechanism of action)?
The ingredients act on the airways and mucus. The supplied information describes these actions as helping make breathing and mucus clearance easier.
- Acebrophylline relaxes airway muscles and thins and loosens mucus.
- Acetylcysteine thins and loosens mucus, making it easier to cough out.
Specialized or Off-Label Uses of Ab Flo N Tablet 10
The available information does not establish any off-label uses for Ab Flo N Tablet 10.
Conditions That Ab Flo N Tablet 10 Will Not Treat
Ab Flo N is not intended to relieve sudden breathing problems or sudden asthma symptoms. Use your rescue inhaler for sudden breathing difficulties.
Benefits
What are the benefits of taking Ab Flo N Tablet 10
The described benefits relate to easier airflow and clearing mucus in the listed respiratory conditions.
- For asthma, it may help relax airway muscles and make it easier for air to move in and out.
- For COPD and bronchitis, it can loosen or thin mucus, making it easier to clear.
Side Effects
What are the most common side effects of Ab Flo N Tablet 10?
Common side effects listed for Ab Flo N include stomach and digestive symptoms.
- Abdominal discomfort or pain, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, heartburn and loss of appetite.
- Other listed common effects include nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, rash or itching, breathing difficulties and nasal inflammation.
Contact your doctor if side effects persist or worry you.
What are the serious side effects of Ab Flo N Tablet 10?
Some reported effects may need prompt medical attention, especially breathing difficulty or a severe skin reaction.
- Severe skin symptoms can include rash, redness, blistering or peeling, and ulcers, sometimes with fever and flu-like symptoms.
- Seek urgent help for shortness of breath or other severe breathing difficulty.
Get medical help promptly if these symptoms occur or become severe.
Severe Allergic Reactions of Ab Flo N Tablet 10?
An allergic reaction may cause skin symptoms or swelling that affects breathing or swallowing.
- Rash, itching, or swelling of the face, lips, throat or tongue.
- Difficulty breathing or swallowing.
These symptoms can signal a severe allergic reaction. Seek emergency medical care.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medication?
You may notice digestive, skin or other effects while taking this medicine.
- Abdominal discomfort, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, heartburn or loss of appetite.
- Dizziness, drowsiness, rash or itching, or nasal inflammation.
Tell your doctor about symptoms that persist, trouble you or feel severe.
Ab Flo N Tablet 10 Dosage Guidelines
Overview
Take Ab Flo N in the dose and for the duration your doctor advises; a specific complete dose is not established here.
Your doctor chooses the dose based on your condition and response to treatment.
Adults
A specific adult dose is not established in the available information. The doctor decides the dose and duration.
Children
A specific child dose is not established. Age guidance conflicts in the available information; ask a doctor to confirm suitability.
Older adults
A specific dose for older adults is not established. Use Ab Flo N only if prescribed by a doctor.
- Kidney, liver or heart disease, and smoking history may affect your individual dosing decisions.
Dosage Adjustments for Kidney, Liver, or Other Health Problems
Your doctor decides dosing based on your health.
- Normal kidney function: Specific dose not established.
- Reduced kidney function: Adjustment may be needed.
- Severe kidney impairment: Adjustment not established.
- Dialysis: Schedule not established.
- Liver disease: Use caution; adjustment may be needed.
- Other important conditions: Heart disease or smoking may affect dosing.
Do not change your dose without advice.
How Often and How Long to Take Ab Flo N Tablet 10?
Take it for the duration advised by your doctor. A specific treatment length is not established in the available information.
- A quick tip recommends taking it at the same time each day, preferably in the evening after food.
- Do not stop treatment early without speaking to your doctor; symptoms may return or worsen.
How should I take Ab Flo N Tablet 10?
Taking Ab Flo N Tablet 10 With or Without Food
Ab Flo N may be taken with or without food. Follow the instructions given by your doctor.
How to Take Specific Forms (Tablets, Chewables, Liquid Suspension)
Tablets: Swallow the tablet whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.
Overdose/Missed Dose
What should I do if I accidentally use too much Ab Flo N Tablet 10?
If you or someone else takes more than prescribed, contact a doctor immediately or go to a nearby hospital. Possible overdose symptoms include nausea, vomiting, upper stomach pain, restlessness, fits, fast heart rate and hyperactivity.
What should I do if I miss a dose of Ab Flo N Tablet 10?
Take the missed dose when you remember, unless it is time for the next dose. In that case, skip it and take the next dose at the regular time. Do not take a double dose.
Interactions
Does Ab Flo N Tablet 10 interact with foods or drinks?
Avoid alcohol while taking Ab Flo N; it may worsen stomach irritation and increase drowsiness. The information also advises limiting caffeine and tobacco because the medicine may be less effective.
Does Ab Flo N Tablet 10 interact with other medicines (drug interactions)
Tell your doctor about other medicines.
- Avoid cough suppressants; they may hinder mucus clearance.
- Tetracyclines may have reduced absorption.
- Nitroglycerin may increase effects, causing low blood pressure or severe headaches.
Ab Flo N Tablet 10 and Blood Thinners
A specific interaction between Ab Flo N and blood thinners is not established in the available information. Tell your doctor about all medicines you take.
Ab Flo N Tablet 10 and Birth Control (if applicable)
A specific interaction with birth control is not established in the available information. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have concerns.
Interactions with Supplements, Vitamins, and Herbal Products
A specific interaction with supplements, vitamins or herbal products is not established in the available information. Tell your doctor about anything you take alongside Ab Flo N.
Warnings & Precautions
Who should not use Ab Flo N Tablet 10?
Avoid it if allergic; seek medical advice if unsure.
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding: consult a doctor; use is not recommended.
- Child age guidance conflicts; ask a doctor.
- Elderly patients: use only if prescribed.
What should I know about Ab Flo N Tablet 10 before using it?
Before starting Ab Flo N, tell your doctor about your medical history and all medicines you take.
- Mention kidney, liver or heart disease and smoking history; dose adjustment may be needed.
- Do not use it to treat sudden breathing problems; use your rescue inhaler for sudden breathing difficulties.
Precautions for Pre-existing Conditions (Heart, Kidney, Liver)
Kidney disease: Tell your doctor; caution and a possible dose adjustment are advised.
Liver disease: Tell your doctor; use caution and ask whether the dose needs adjustment.
Heart disease: Tell your doctor about heart problems before taking it. The doctor can weigh potential benefits and risks.
Alcohol: Can You Drink Alcohol While Taking Ab Flo N Tablet 10?
It is best to avoid alcohol while taking Ab Flo N.
- Alcohol may worsen stomach irritation and increase drowsiness.
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Pregnancy: The information says Ab Flo N is not recommended during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking it.
Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor before use; the information says it is not recommended while breastfeeding.
Children: The stated minimum age differs across the supplied information. Ask a doctor to confirm whether it is suitable.
Older adults: Use only if prescribed by a doctor.
Safe Usage & Best Practices
Why You Must Complete the Full Prescription
Keep taking Ab Flo N for as long as your doctor recommends; stopping early may cause symptoms to return or worsen.
Consequences of Skipping Doses or Sharing Medication
Take Ab Flo N only as prescribed. Do not stop early or share your medicine with someone else.
- Stopping treatment too early may cause symptoms to return or the condition to worsen.
- If you miss a dose, follow the missed-dose instructions and do not double the dose.
Can Ab Flo N Tablet 10 cause abdominal discomfort?
Yes. Ab Flo N can cause abdominal discomfort, which is listed as a common side effect.
- Other listed common digestive effects include vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, heartburn and loss of appetite.
What should you do if you feel better before finishing the medication?
Feeling better does not mean you should stop Ab Flo N early. Continue for the duration advised by your doctor.
- Speak with your doctor before stopping or changing treatment.
Storage Details
Store Ab Flo N at room temperature, away from heat, moisture and direct light.
- Keep it in its original container with the lid tightly closed.
- Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
Common brand names – Ab Flo N Tablet 10 available in India, USA, UK, Canada
- India: Sold as Ab Flo N Tablet 10 by Indian online pharmacies such as Tata 1mg, Apollo Pharmacy and Netmeds. Other brand names are not established in the available information.
- USA: Availability under a specific brand name is not established in the available information.
- UK: Availability under a specific brand name is not established in the available information.
- Canada: Availability under a specific brand name is not established in the available information.
Frequently asked questions
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1. What is it for?
Ans: Asthma, COPD, bronchitis, and cystic fibrosis complications.
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2. Can it stop an attack?
Ans: No; use your rescue inhaler.
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3. With food?
Ans: With or without food.
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4. Missed dose?
Ans: Take when remembered; skip if the next dose is due; never double.
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5. Storage?
Ans: Room temperature; away from heat, moisture and light.
