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Overview
ROFLUMILAST is a Schedule H drug.Roflumilast reduces inflammation in the lungs.Roflumilast is used to prevent worsening of symptoms in people with severe COPD.Roflumilast is not a bronchodilator and will not treat a bronchospasm attack that has already begun.It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. This opens the airways and makes breathing easier.
Usage
ROFLUMILAST is generally used to treat: COPDROFLUMILAST can address symptoms like: Shortness Of Breath, Cough, Wheezing, Chest Discomfort
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor
How Do I Take It?
Route of Administration: OralPrecautions
- You should not use roflumilast if you have moderate or severe liver disease.
- You should not use roflumilast if you are allergic to it.
- Some people have thoughts about while taking roflumilast.
- Your doctor should check your progress at regular visits.
- Your family or other caregivers should also be alert to changes in your mood or symptoms.
- Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.
- Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
- Do not share this medicine with another person, even if they have the same symptoms you have.Do not take two doses at one time.It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
- Patient may develop with increased risk of suicidal thoughts; watch them carefully.
- Roflumilast controls COPD but does not cure it.
- It is important to continue taking roflumilast even if you feel well unless advised otherwise.
Symptoms of Overdosage
ROFLUMILAST over-dosage can result in: Dizziness, Pounding Heart (pulse)Common Side-Effects
ROFLUMILAST : Indigestion, Diarrhoea, Insomnia, Joint Pain, Muscle Pain, Weight Loss (unintentional), Nausea, Loss Of Appetite, Head Headache, Dizziness, Back Pain, Fever, Runny Nose, Throat Soreness, Chills, Cough, Nervousness, Restless Or Irritability, Body Discomfort, Drowsiness, Body Excessive Sweating, Fatigue (tiredness), Difficulty Concentrating, Difficulty Sleeping, Abdomen Pain, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Decreased Appetite, Chest Burn, Frequent Urge To Urinate, Lower Back Pain, Eyes Pain, Legs Shaking, Hands Shaking, Shortness Of Breath, Sneezing, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Chest DiscomfortSerious Side-Effects
ROFLUMILAST : Depression, Anxiety, Prostate Cancer, Lung Cancer, Acute Kidney Failure, Unusual Behavior, Mood Swings, Irregular HeartbeatRare Side-Effects
ROFLUMILAST : Skin Rash, Itchy SkinTechnical Classification
ROFLUMILAST is categorized as: SELECTIVE PHOSPHODIESTERASE-4 INHIBITORS / RESPIRATORY AGENTSStorage Conditions
Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)Available Alternatives
Common Drugs with ROFLUMILAST as Ingredient
EXALBIC 500MCG TAB | ROFLUMILAST 500.0 MCG |
FILAST 500 MCG TAB | ROFLUMILAST 500.0 MCG |
FILAST 500MCG TAB | ROFLUMILAST 500 MCG |
ROFADAY 500 MCG TAB | ROFLUMILAST 500.0 MCG |
ROFADAY 500MCG TAB | ROFLUMILAST 500 MCG |
ROFLAIR 500 MCG TAB | ROFLUMILAST 500.0 MCG |
ROFLU 500MCG TAB | ROFLUMILAST 500.0 MCG |
ROFLUTAB 500 MCG TAB | ROFLUMILAST 500.0 MCG |
ROFLUZ 500 MCG TAB | ROFLUMILAST 500.0 MCG |
ROFMIL 500 MCG TAB | ROFLUMILAST 500.0 MCG |
ROFSHIELD 500MG TAB | ROFLUMILAST 500.0 MG |
ROFUM 500MCG TAB | ROFLUMILAST 500.0 MCG |
ROFUREST TAB | ROFLUMILAST |
RUFUS 500MCG TAB | ROFLUMILAST 500.0 MCG |
SPIROLAST TAB | ROFLUMILAST 500.0 MCG |