Acebrophylline (Sr) + Fexofenadine Hydrochloride + Montelukast Tablets

Acebrophylline (Sr) + Fexofenadine Hydrochloride + Montelukast Tablets can be marketed under the brand name “FAXIGO-3D” and is prescribed to prevent asthma and relieve symptoms of allergy like sneezing, running nose, nasal congestion, stuffiness in the nose, or watery eyes. Asthma is an ongoing (chronic) disease of the respiratory system where airways become narrower, swell, and produce excessive mucus, causing shortness of breath. An allergy is a state where the immune system responds to a foreign object, which is usually harmless to your body. Such foreign objects are referred to as ‘allergens.’

Acebrophylline (Sr) + Fexofenadine Hydrochloride + Montelukast Tablets is a combination of three medications: Acebrophylline (mucolytic), Montelukast (leukotriene receptor antagonist), and Fexofenadine hydrochloride (antihistamine). Acebrophylline is a mucolytic (cough/sputum thinner) agent which thins and loosens phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Montelukast inhibits the action of chemicals known as leukotrienes released from the lungs, leading to inflammation (swelling) and excess mucus production in airways. Reduces inflammation, mucus production, and airway narrowing. Fexofenadine hydrochloride is an antihistamine (anti-allergic medicine) that acts by inhibiting the action of histamine, a chemical that causes allergic symptoms.

Uses

• Asthma: It decreases inflammation, removes mucus, and lessens breathing problems that occur in asthma.
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): It enhances air flow and decreases symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath in COPD patients.
• Relief of allergic rhinitis: The drug is utilized to cure sneezing, nasal blockage, runny nose, and itching due to allergens.
• Bronchial inflammation: It alleviates inflammation in the bronchial tubes and maintains open airways.
• Prevention of seasonal allergies: It is used to shield against allergens that trigger allergic responses, including pollen and dust.

Medical Benefits

• Acebrophylline is a cough/thinner sputum, which aids in loosening and thinning the phlegm (mucus) in the windpipe, lungs, and nose. This facilitates easy coughing out and eases breathing by widening airways.
• Montelukast is an anti-inflammatory and reduces production of mucus and constriction of airways. Fexofenadine hydrochloride is an anti-allergic medication that inhibits the action of histamine, the chemical involved in the initiation of allergic reactions.
• It is used to relieve symptoms of allergy like sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness.

Directions for Use

• You may take it with or without food as directed by your physician.
• It is to be taken once a day, preferably at night; nonetheless, follow the advice of your physician about the dosage and duration.
• Take it as a whole with water.
• Do not break, chew, or crush this tablet.

Storage

• Keep the Acebrophylline (Sr) + Fexofenadine Hydrochloride + Montelukast Tablets in a dry place and away from direct sunlight.
• Cap the bottle tightly after use and store it in a dark environment.
• Do not expose the suspension to direct heat, cold, or moisture to aid in maintaining its efficacy.

Precautions

• It can interact with water tablets (furosemide), drugs for the management of gout (allopurinol), antacid (cimetidine), drugs that reduce high blood pressure (diltiazem, verapamil), heart medicines (isoprenaline), anthelmintics (thiabendazole), and corticosteroids (prednisone).
• Avoid the consumption of Acebrophylline+fexofenadine+montelukast with some fruit juices like orange, apple, and grapefruit, as it can diminish the action of this sedicine.
• Do not take this tablet with some fruit juices like orange, apple, and grapefruit because it can decrease the efficacy of this medication.
• Dizziness or drowsiness can be caused by it in some individuals; therefore, drive only when you feel alert after taking Acebrophylline (Sr) + Fexofenadine Hydrochloride + Montelukast Tablets.

Side Effects

• Skin rash
• Heartburn
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Stomach discomfort

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I take it for a cold or runny nose?

Yes, it can relieve allergic cold, sneezing, and runny nose.

Does it make you to feel sleepy?

Fexofenadine is a non-sedating antihistamine, but occasionally some individuals might experience light drowsiness.

Can I take it for asthma?

Yes, it controls asthma symptoms such as wheezing and breathlessness.

Is it okay to use it for long periods?

Use only for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Don’t take it without consulting a doctor.

Can I take it on an empty stomach?

It’s advisable to take it after meals to prevent stomach disturbance, unless instructed otherwise by your physician.

Can children take this tablet?

Only under the prescription of a doctor. Dosage will depend on age and condition.

Can I take this with other allergy or cough medications?

Discuss it with your doctor first to prevent any adverse interactions.