Orcibest 10Mg Tablet
About Orcibest 10Mg Tablet
This medication is a metaproterenol which is used to relieve symptoms associated with chronic bronchitis, asthma, emphysema, and other related lung conditions. It is a moderately selective adrenergic receptor agonist. Thus, the tablet stimulates receptors found on the smooth muscle in the uterus, lungs and vasculature supplying skeletal muscle.
You should not take this medication if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Exercise caution if you have abnormal heart rhythms or an irregular heartbeat. Also, avoid consuming the tablet if you have hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy.
Some side effects of the medicine include fast heartbeat, headache, dizziness, nausea, nervousness, sweating, tremors and vomiting. If you experience any of the following, it is advised to call your doctor.
What are the uses of Orcibest 10Mg Tablet
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder (Copd)
What are the contraindications of Orcibest 10Mg Tablet ?
Key highlights of Orcibest 10Mg Tablet
Is It safe with alcohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
The tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Please consult your doctor before using the medicine if you are breastfeeding a baby.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect kidney function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect liver function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
Take the missed dose as soon as possible.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Consult a doctor in case of overdose.
How does this medication work?
The medication is a mildly judicious beta (2) adrenergic agonist that triggers receptors of the smooth muscle present in the lungs, uterus, skeletal muscle. It acts by stimulating adenylate cyclase, which leads to bronchodilation.
What are the interactions of Orcibest 10Mg Tablet ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Medicine
Medicine
The medication interacts with amitriptyline, hydrochlorothiazide, carvedilol, amiodarone and metformin.Interaction with Disease
Disease
Patients who suffer from cardiovascular disorders and diabetes should exercise caution.
FAQs about Orcibest 10Mg Tablet
Ques : What is Orcibest 10mg tablet?
Ans : Orcibest tablet is a medication which has Orciprenaline as an active element present in it.
Ques : What is the use of Orcibest 10mg tablet?
Ans : The medicine is used for slow heart rate, constriction of the air passages, lung disorder and symptoms of reversible airways obstruction.
Ques : What are the side effects of Orcibest 10mg tablet?
Ans : Some side effects of the medicine include fast heartbeat, headache, dizziness, nausea, nervousness, sweating, tremors and vomiting.
Ques : Can Orcibest Tablet be used for slow heart rate and constriction of the air passages?
Ans : Yes, Orcibest 10mg can be used to treat conditions such as slow heart rate and constriction of the air passages.
Ques : How long do I need to use orcibest 10mg tablet before I see improvement in my condition?
Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 6 hours to 1 day, before noticing an improvement in the condition.
Ques : At what frequency do I need to use orcibest 10mg tablet?
Ans : This medication is generally used once or thrice a day, as the time interval to which this medication has an impact is around 8 to 12 hours.
Ques : Should I use orcibest 10mg tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?
Ans : The action of salts involved in this medication does not depend on whether taking it pre-meal or post-meal.
Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of orcibest 10mg tablet?
Ans : This medication contains salts which are suitable to store only at room temperature, as keeping this medication above or below that, can cause an inadequate effect.
References
Orciprenaline- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 10 May 2019]. Available from:
https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/rn/586-06-1
Orciprenaline- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 10 May 2019]. Available from:
https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00816
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