PRODUCT DETAILS

About Alupent 10mg Tablet

ORCIPRENALINE belongs to the class of drugs called 'bronchodilators' that is used for treating symptoms of breathing problems like asthma and COPD. It helps in preventing symptoms like breath, coughing or wheezing (whistling sound while breathing). 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).

ORCIPRENALINE contains 'Orciprenaline' that works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Thereby, it makes breathing easier by opening airways in a patient affected with asthma and COPD. 

Uses of Alupent 10mg Tablet

Asthma, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Medicinal Benefits of Alupent 10mg Tablet

ORCIPRENALINE belongs to a group of medicines called bronchodilators that is used to treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD). ORCIPRENALINE works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Thereby, it makes breathing easier by opening airways. ORCIPRENALINE helps to prevent an asthma attack and exercise freely if it is taken before exercise.

Directions for Use

Use ORCIPRENALINE as prescribed by your doctor. Take ORCIPRENALINE with or without food and swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.

Side Effects of Alupent 10mg Tablet

Like all medicines, ORCIPRENALINE can cause some common side effects such as headache, nervousness, dizziness, rapid heartbeat, insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep), diarrhoea, nausea, tremor or drowsiness. Most of these side effects of ORCIPRENALINE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to ORCIPRENALINE or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If your breathing worsens or you often wake up at night with asthma, experience chest tightness in the morning or lasts longer than usual, please consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs indicating that your asthma is not controlled properly and requires an alternate or additional treatment. Regular monitoring of potassium levels is recommended while taking ORCIPRENALINE as it may cause low potassium levels in the blood. ORCIPRENALINE is not recommended for children below 6 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using ORCIPRENALINE. Chest X-rays or regular lung function tests are recommended while taking ORCIPRENALINE to monitor the effects of ORCIPRENALINE on lungs. Do not take ORCIPRENALINE if you have heart rhythm disorder that causes fast heartbeats. If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in the blood), fits, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking ORCIPRENALINE.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

ORCIPRENALINE may interact with bronchodilators (albuterol), antidepressant (duloxetine), steroids (fluticasone), water pills (furosemide), anti-diabetic drug (pioglitazone, sitagliptin), decongestants (oxymetazoline), heart-related medicines (isoproterenol), antacid (famotidine), antipsychotics (quetiapine).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

 If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in the blood), fits, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking ORCIPRENALINE.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

• The interaction of ORCIPRENALINE with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with ORCIPRENALINE.

PREGNANCY

• ORCIPRENALINE is a Category C pregnancy drug and is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

BREAST FEEDING

• It is unknown whether ORCIPRENALINE is excreted in human milk. It is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

DRIVING

• ORCIPRENALINE may cause dizziness, drowsiness, shakiness of legs and arms in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking ORCIPRENALINE.

LIVER

• If you have any concerns regarding the use of ORCIPRENALINE in patients with Liver problems, please consult a doctor.

KIDNEY

• If you have any concerns regarding the use of ORCIPRENALINE in patients with Kidney problems, please consult a doctor.