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Vitaresp Ab is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Asthma. The alternative uses of Vitaresp Ab have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Vitaresp Ab depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Vitaresp Ab are Nausea or vomiting, Dizziness, Skin Rash. Normally, these side effects of Vitaresp Ab are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Vitaresp Ab has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Vitaresp Ab's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Vitaresp Ab related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Vitaresp Ab contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Vitaresp Ab have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Vitaresp Ab, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Vitaresp Ab is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Vitaresp Ab safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Vitaresp Ab for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Vitaresp Ab safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Vitaresp Ab in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Vitaresp Ab is unavailable.
What is the effect of Vitaresp Ab on the Kidneys?
Vitaresp Ab may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Vitaresp Ab on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Vitaresp Ab. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Vitaresp Ab on the Heart?
Vitaresp Ab is rarely harmful for the heart.
Vitaresp Ab should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vitaresp Ab unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vitaresp Ab habit forming or addictive?
Vitaresp Ab is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Vitaresp Ab as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Vitaresp Ab only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Vitaresp Ab for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Vitaresp Ab
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Vitaresp Ab and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vitaresp Ab
Consuming Vitaresp Ab with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Take Vitaresp Ab as advised by your doctor. It has to be taken after food to avoid stomach discomfort.
No, Vitaresp Ab is not a steroid. It contains acebrophylline which is a weak bronchodilator that belongs to the class of drug called phosphodiesterase enzyme inhibitors (xanthines).
No, Vitaresp Ab is not an over-the-counter (OTC) drug. It is a prescription drug which is only available on the valid prescription of a registered medical practitioner.
Take Vitaresp Ab as long as it is recommended by your doctor.
Vitaresp Ab contains acebrophylline which works by causing widening of bronchial smooth muscles present in the lungs which get tightened causing a constriction. Due to the constriction, the air cannot pass in and out of your lungs, and the relaxation of these bronchial muscles results in dilation of the airways. It also suppresses the body's normal response to stimuli (asthamatic trigger) that causes bronchoconstriction. In this way Vitaresp Ab helps in managing the symptoms of asthma and COPD.
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