Unicontin E 600mg Tablet 10'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Theophylline 600 mg
Manufacturer
Modi - Mundi Pharma Pvt. Ltd.
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTIONUNICONTIN E 600MG contains Theophylline which belongs to the group of medicines called Bronchodilators. It is used to manage asthma and other long-term breathing problems such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), chronic bronchitis and related bronchospastic disorders. It can also be used to manage heart failure. Asthma is a respiratory disease in which the airways become inflamed, swollen, and narrowed. It also ca
Uses
excessive mucous secretion in the airways which makes it difficult for the air to pass through leading to unpleasant symptoms like wheezing, difficulty in breathing, chest pain or cough. COPD is a lung disease characterized by progressive persistent airflow limitation associated with an enhanced chronic inflammation and tissue destruction in the airways and the lungs. Theophylline is a bronchodilator. It relaxes the smooth muscle of the airways tract and the blood vessels supplying the lungs. This causes widening of the airway tract, which enhances airflow through the airways and the lungs. Additionally, it can also block the release of certain chemicals in the airways that causes airway inflammation. Avoid smoking and consumption of alcohol during management with UNICONTIN E 600MG, as it may change the way this medicine works. Before taking UNICONTIN E 600MG, inform your doctor if you have any heart, lung, kidney, or liver problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have stomach ulcers, porphyria, epilepsy, or any viral infection. Consult your doctor before taking UNICONTIN E 600MG if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is not recommended for children (younger than 6 months) and should be used with caution in elderly patients. The most common
How It Works
UNICONTIN E 600MG is a bronchodilator. It relaxes the smooth muscle of the airways tract and the blood vessels supplying the lungs. This causes widening of the airway tract, which enhances airflow through the airways and the lungs. Additionally, it can also block the release of certain chemicals in the airways that causes airway inflammation.
Directions for Use
Take UNICONTIN E 600MG as advised by your physician. Swallow UNICONTIN E 600MG with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking UNICONTIN E 600MG without consulting your doctor.
Side Effects
taking UNICONTIN E 600MG are nausea, headache, vomiting, and diarrhea. Contact your doctor if any of these side effect worsens. USES OF UNICONTIN E 600MGIt is used to manage: Asthma Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease Chronic bronchitis Heart failure HOW UNICONTIN E 600MG WORKSUNICONTIN E 600MG is a bronchodilator. It relaxes the smooth muscle of the airways tract and the blood vessels supplying the lungs. This causes widening of the airway tract, which enhances airflow through the airways and the lungs. Additionally, it can also block the release of certain chemicals in the airways that causes airway inflammation. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake UNICONTIN E 600MG as advised by your physician. Swallow UNICONTIN E 600MG with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking UNICONTIN E 600MG without consulting your doctor. SIDE EFFECTS OF UNICONTIN E 600MGCOMMON nausea, vomiting headache, dizziness stomach pain, diarrhea, heartburn, or upset stomach trouble in sleeping, agitation, anxiety or shaking abnormal heartbeat difficulty in passing urine (especially in men) or passing excessive urine increased blood uric acid levels (painful, swollen joints) fits skin rash or itchy skin RAREStop taking UNICONTIN E 600MG and contact your doctor immediately, if you experience any of the following side effects such as: sudden wheeziness, difficulties in breathing, swelling of the eyelids, face or lips, rash or itching especially those covering your whole body
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYUNICONTIN E 600MG should be used with caution in pregnant women. Therefore, inform your doctor before taking UNICONTIN E 600MG if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or planning to have a baby. BREASTFEEDINGUNICONTIN E 600MG should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Therefore, inform your doctor before taking UNICONTIN E 600MG if you are breastfeeding. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or handle any heavy tools or machines if your ability is affected by UNICONTIN E 600MG. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking UNICONTIN E 600MG. KIDNEYUNICONTIN E 600MG should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERUNICONTIN E 600MG should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take UNICONTIN E 600MG if you are allergic to Theophylline. HEART DISEASEUNICONTIN E 600MG should be used with caution in patients with irregular heartbeat, high blood pressure or any other heart problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSUNICONTIN E 600MG is not recommended for use if you: have porphyria have peptic ulcer Before taking UNICONTIN E 600MG, inform your doctor if you: have an underactive thyroid gland have cystic fibrosis (an inherited ailment that causes retention of sticky mucus in lungs and digestive system) have fits are not well and having fever have a viral infection smoke are alcoholic have difficulty in passing urine (due to enlarged prostate) are going to undergo any operation had, or about to have a flu injection Use in pediatrics: UNICONTIN E 600MG should be used in children and adolescents (aged above 6 years) only if prescribed by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. Use in geriatrics: UNICONTIN E 600MG should be used with caution in elderly patients. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interaction: Before taking UNICONTIN E 600MG, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following: other medicines used to manage asthma or breathing problems (Ex. aminophylline, salbutamol, terbutaline, salmeterol, prednisolone, hydrocortisone) medicines used to increase urine production (Ex. furosemide, chlorthalidone) oral contraceptives (Ex. ethinyl estradiol, progestin) St John’s Wort (an herbal medicine used to manage depression) medicines used to manage cancer (Ex. aminoglutethimide, methotrexate, lomustine) medicines used to manage fits (Ex. carbamazepine, phenytoin) medicines used to help you sleep or manage anxiety (Ex. phenobarbital, diazepam) medicines used to manage high blood pressure or other heart problems (Ex. adenosine, diltiazem, isoprenaline, mexiletine, propafenone, propranolol, verapamil, regadenoson, dipyridamol) pentoxifylline (a medicine used to manage diseased blood vessels) medicines used to manage viral infections (Ex. acyclovir, ritonavir) medicines used to manage gout (Ex. sulphinpyrazone, allopurinol) carbimazole (a medicine used to manage thyroid gland problems) medicines used to manage stomach ulcers, indigestion, or heartburn (Ex. cimetidine or nizatidine) medicines used to manage infections (Ex. ciprofloxacin, clarithromycin, erythromycin, enoxacin) fluconazole (a medicine used to manage fungal infections) medicines used to manage tuberculosis (Ex. rifampicin or isoniazid) interferons (used to manage conditions such as herpes, cancer, leukaemia, or hepatitis) thiabendazole (a medicine used to manage worm infections like threadworms) medicines used to manage depression (Ex. fluvoxamine or lithium) doxapram (a medicine used to stimulate breathing) disulfiram (a medicine used to manage alcoholism) ephedrine (a medicine used to manage cough or congestion) medicines used to prevent pain (Ex. halothane and ketamine) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally took more UNICONTIN E 600MG, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose might include stomach pain, nausea, vomiting (probably with blood), irregular heartbeat, low blood pressure, restlessness, overactive reflexes, unusual muscle stiffness or fits. SYNOPSIS Drug : Theophylline Pharmacological Category : Xanthines Therapeutic Indication : Asthma, COPD Dosage Forms : Tablet MORE INFORMATION Keep UNICONTIN E 600MG out of reach of children Store UNICONTIN E 600MG at room temperature