FILAST 500MCG TAB

Overview

FILAST 500MCG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

FILAST 500MCG TAB is composed of: ROFLUMILAST (500 MCG)

Roflumilast reduces inflammation in the lungs.Roflumilast is used to prevent worsening of symptoms in people with severe COPD.Roflumilast is not a bronchodilator and will not treat a bronchospasm attack that has already begun.It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. This opens the airways and makes breathing easier.

Usage

ROFLUMILAST is generally used to treat: COPD
ROFLUMILAST can address symptoms like: Shortness Of Breath, Cough, Wheezing, Chest Discomfort

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Precautions for FILAST 500MCG TAB and its Constituents


  • You should not use roflumilast if you have moderate or severe liver disease.
  • You should not use roflumilast if you are allergic to it.
  • Some people have thoughts about while taking roflumilast.
  • Your doctor should check your progress at regular visits.
  • Your family or other caregivers should also be alert to changes in your mood or symptoms.
  • Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.
  • Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
  • Do not share this medicine with another person, even if they have the same symptoms you have.Do not take two doses at one time.It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
  • Patient may develop with increased risk of suicidal thoughts; watch them carefully.
  • Roflumilast controls COPD but does not cure it.
  • It is important to continue taking roflumilast even if you feel well unless advised otherwise.

Symptoms of Overdosage

ROFLUMILAST over-dosage can result in: Dizziness, Pounding Heart (pulse)

Common Side-Effects

ROFLUMILAST : Indigestion, Diarrhoea, Insomnia, Joint Pain, Muscle Pain, Weight Loss (unintentional), Nausea, Loss Of Appetite, Head Headache, Dizziness, Back Pain, Fever, Runny Nose, Throat Soreness, Chills, Cough, Nervousness, Restless Or Irritability, Body Discomfort, Drowsiness, Body Excessive Sweating, Fatigue (tiredness), Difficulty Concentrating, Difficulty Sleeping, Abdomen Pain, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Decreased Appetite, Chest Burn, Frequent Urge To Urinate, Lower Back Pain, Eyes Pain, Legs Shaking, Hands Shaking, Shortness Of Breath, Sneezing, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Chest Discomfort

Serious Side-Effects

ROFLUMILAST : Depression, Anxiety, Prostate Cancer, Lung Cancer, Acute Kidney Failure, Unusual Behavior, Mood Swings, Irregular Heartbeat

Rare Side-Effects

ROFLUMILAST : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin

Technical Classification

ROFLUMILAST is categorized as: SELECTIVE PHOSPHODIESTERASE-4 INHIBITORS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

Once Daily97%

How long was it prescribed?

30 Days69%
7 Days15%
60 Days8%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

35 to 50yrs5%
50 to 60yrs20%
60 to 70yrs38%
70yrs and above38%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females3%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Pulmonologist95%
Physician5%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

MUCINAC 600MG TAB50%
SEQUADRA INHALER38%
MONTEK 10MG TAB34%
RABICIP 20MG TAB34%
LOFTAIR O-INH24%
CC-8 TAB22%
PICNOVIT 50MG TAB21%
DUOLIN NEB21%
DAROLAC TAB19%
TIOVA INHALER14%
SEROFLO INHALER14%
CEFOPROX CV 200MG/125MG TAB14%
LAMINO RESPI PWD14%
LEVOLIN INHALER MDI14%
MEDROL 4MG TAB10%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

ABG TEST (HEMATOLOGY)31%
PFT (SCREENING)24%
XRAY CHEST PA (RADIOLOGY)17%
CBC (HEMATOLOGY)14%

Most common Home Remedies advised along-side?

Breathing Exercises (Exercise)26%

Available Alternatives for FILAST 500MCG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

EXALBIC 500MCG TABINR 150 for 10 TABLETSROFLUMILAST 500.0 MCG
FILAST 500 MCG TABINR 125 for 10 TABLETSROFLUMILAST 500.0 MCG
FILAST 500MCG TABINR 125 for 10 TABLETSROFLUMILAST 500 MCG
ROFADAY 500 MCG TABINR 125 for 10 TABLETSROFLUMILAST 500.0 MCG
ROFADAY 500MCG TABINR 137 for 10 TABLETSROFLUMILAST 500 MCG
ROFLAIR 500 MCG TABINR 125 for 10 TABLETSROFLUMILAST 500.0 MCG
ROFLU 500MCG TABINR 125 for 10 TABLETSROFLUMILAST 500.0 MCG
ROFLUTAB 500 MCG TABINR 125 for 10 TABLETSROFLUMILAST 500.0 MCG
ROFLUZ 500 MCG TABINR 135 for 10 TABLETSROFLUMILAST 500.0 MCG
ROFMIL 500 MCG TABINR 125 for 10 TABLETSROFLUMILAST 500.0 MCG
ROFUM 500MCG TABINR 125 for 10 TABLETSROFLUMILAST 500.0 MCG
RUFUS 500MCG TABINR 125 for 10 TABLETSROFLUMILAST 500.0 MCG
SPIROLAST TABINR 125 for 10 TABLETSROFLUMILAST 500.0 MCG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ROFLUMILASTROFLUMILAST
ROFSHIELD 500MG TABINR 125 for 10 TABLETSROFLUMILAST 500.0 MG
ROFUREST TABINR 125 for 10 TABLETSROFLUMILAST