UNICONTIN-E 400 TABLET

Unicontin-E 400 Tablet CR

Prescription Required

MANUFACTURER

Modi Mundi Pharma Pvt Ltd

SALT COMPOSITION

Theophylline (400mg)

STORAGE

Store below 30°C

INTRODUCTION

Unicontin-E 400 Tablet CR is used to treat and prevent symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which flow of air to the lung is blocked). It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe.

Unicontin-E 400 Tablet CR can be taken with the food in the evening. Take it at the same time every day to get the most benefit. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Take it for as long as it is prescribed for you. Do not miss even a single dose, if in any case, you missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. It does not work immediately or prevent the already started breathing trouble, hence always carry your medical inhaler with you for an emergency.

The most common side effects of this medicine include vomiting, headache, nausea, and stomach upset. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Generally, it is advised not to consume alcohol or do not smoke while on treatment. You must avoid high caffeinated products like coffee, tea, and dark chocolates as it enhances drug side effects.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease or if you have heart-related problems. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting the treatment.

USES OF UNICONTIN-E TABLET CR

Treatment and prevention of Asthma

Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

BENEFITS OF UNICONTIN-E TABLET CR

In Treatment and prevention of Asthma

Unicontin-E 400 Tablet CR can help prevent the onset of an asthma attack if it is taken before exercise or exposure to some “triggers”. These may include house dust, pollen, pets and cigarette smoke. This medicine will allow you to exercise more freely without worrying about getting symptoms such as wheezing, coughing and shortness of breath. It allows you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.

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SIDE EFFECTS OF UNICONTIN-E TABLET CR

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Unicontin-E

Vomiting

Headache

Nausea

Upset stomach

HOW TO USE UNICONTIN-E TABLET CR

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Unicontin-E 400 Tablet CR is to be taken with food.

HOW UNICONTIN-E TABLET CR WORKS

Unicontin-E 400 Tablet CR is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles of the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.