Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR

Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR belongs to the class of drugs called 'bronchodilators' primarily used to prevent and treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Asthma is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty in breathing. COPD is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes).

Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR contains Doxofylline that acts by inhibiting the phosphodiesterase 4 (PD-4) thereby relaxing the bronchial smooth muscle of lung's airways, making it easier for asthma and COPD patient to breath easily.

Use Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR as prescribed. Your doctor will recommend you how often you take Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR based on your medical condition. Some people may experience headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, irritability, insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep) or fast heart rate. Most of these side effects of Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR is contraindicated in acute myocardial infarction, low blood pressure (hypotension), lactating women and patients allergic to Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, before using Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR. Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in congestive heart failure patients as these patients have slow drug clearance leading to high blood levels even after stopping treatment with Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR.

Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR is a bronchodilator and also possess antitussive (cough suppressant) properties that are used to treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD). Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs, especially in asthma and COPD patients. Additionally, Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR helps in suppressing cough and makes breathing easier by opening airways. Thus it prevents an asthma attack, and an individual can exercise freely if it is taken before exercise or before expected exposure to irritants such as pollen, house dust, cigarette smoke and pets.

If you are allergic to Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. You are recommended to avoid taking Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR with chocolate and caffeinated foods such as cocoa beans or tea leaves as they may increase the risk of severity of side effects. Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR is contraindicated in breastfeeding mothers. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please consult a doctor before using Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR. Do not take Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR if you have low blood pressure or had a heart attack. Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in congestive heart failure patients as these patients have slow drug clearance leading to high blood levels even after stopping treatment with Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR. If you have low blood pressure, congestive heart failure, hypoxemia (low oxygen levels in the blood), hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), pulmonary heart diseases, stomach ulcer, kidney, liver or heart diseases, inform your doctor before taking Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR.

• Regular blood tests are recommended while taking Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR to monitor potassium levels and levels of Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR in the blood.
• Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR can cause serious side effects, possibly similar, which occurs by taking too much amount of caffeine. So avoid intake of Phyllin 800mg Tablet SR with caffeinated beverages like chocolate, coffee etc.