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Roflu 500mcg Tablet 10 tablets in 1 strip

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Roflu 500mcg Tablet is a product of Zydus Cadila

Composition: Roflumilast (500mcg)

Pack of 10 tablet

₹ 125

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All Details About Roflu 500mcg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Roflu 500mcg Tablet

Description:

Roflu 500mcg Tablet is used to prevent chronic obstructive pulmonary disease(COPD), group of lung disorders in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked and chronic bronchitis. It works by opening the airways and makes breathing easier.

Roflu 500mcg Tablet can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time every day to get the most benefit. 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. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. Do not miss even a single dose, if in any case, you missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember or better to skip the missed dose and continue with regular dosing.  It does not prevent the already started breathing trouble or COPD, hence always carry your medical inhaler with you for an emergency.

The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, weight loss, dizziness, insomnia, and back pain.  If these bother you, or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. To overcome dizziness, you must avoid driving and attention-seeking activity until you do not know how medicine affects you. If you experienced sudden weight loss, then regular weight monitoring is required.

Earlier taking this medicine, let your doctor if you suffer from depression, or suicidal thoughts, or if you have HIV, multiple sclerosis. 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 inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before treatment. 

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Ordinary side effects of Roflu

  • Headache
  • Weight loss
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Decreased appetite
  • Abdominal pain

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Roflu 500mcg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Roflu 500mcg Tablet 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
Roflu 500mcg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Roflu 500mcg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Roflu 500mcg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Roflu 500mcg Tablet is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Roflu 500mcg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Roflu 500mcg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Employ of Roflu 500mcg Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe liver disease.

FAQs:

Q. Is Roflu 500mcg Tablet a methylxanthine?

No. Roflu 500mcg Tablet is not a methylxanthine and works via a different mechanism of action

Q. Is Roflu 500mcg Tablet available in India?

Affirmative. Roflu 500mcg Tablet is available in India in the form of 500 mcg tablet

Q. Is Roflu 500mcg Tablet a steroid/ narcotic?

No. Roflu 500mcg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called phosphodiesterase inhibitors. It does not have a chemical structure or effects similar to steroids. It does not induce sleep and is not a narcotic drug

Q. What is Roflu 500mcg Tablet used for?

Roflu 500mcg Tablet is used as a maintenance treatment for severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD; a group of lung disorders in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked) in patients with frequent worsening of COPD symptoms (COPD exacerbations) and with long-term inflammation of airways (chronic bronchitis)

Q. How does Roflu 500mcg Tablet work?

Roflu 500mcg Tablet is used to prevent worsening of symptoms in patients with severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD; a group of lung disorders in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked) and long-term inflammation of airways (chronic bronchitis)

Q. How long does Roflu 500mcg Tablet take to work?

Roflu 500mcg Tablet may need to be taken for several weeks to achieve its effects and may vary upon individual response. Please follow advice of your doctor regarding dose and duration.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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