Ventidox-M Tablet SR

Description

Information About Ventidox-M Tablet SR

Comprised of two drugs, Doxofylline and Montelukast, Ventidox-M Tablet SR is a combination medicine used to treat and prevention of asthma. This medicine helps relieve common allergic symptoms, like runny nose, sneezing,  irritation in the throat, watery eyes, and congestion in the nose. 

Ventidox-M Tablet SR Uses

• In the treatment and prevention of Asthma

Ventidox-M Tablet SR Benefits

• Doxofylline relaxes the muscles of the airways and broadens the air passages, allowing better oxygen flow in the lungs. It is possible because of its bronchodilator. 
• Montelukast acts against leukotriene to reduce inflammation as it is a leukotriene antagonist. It prevents asthmatic attacks and alleviates allergic symptoms.

How to Use Ventidox-M Tablet SR?

Take the medicine with a glass of water and swallow it for a while without chewing. You must also not break or crush it before consumption. Maintain a fixed schedule to take Ventidox-M Tablet SR, whether you have your meal before or after. Avoid food containing caffeine and chocolate during the treatment. These include tea leaves, cocoa beans, etc.

Ventidox-M Tablet SR Side Effects

Check out the list of adverse consequences of taking this medication. These are mostly mild and wear off on their own. You may need medical attention if these side effects last longer than expected. 

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Epigastric pain
• Runny nose
• Rash
• Tachycardia
• Fever
• Cough
• Influenza
• Extrasystoles
• Ear Infections such as Otitis media
• Pharyngitis
• Abdominal pain
• Increased respiratory rate
• Upper respiratory tract infection
• Increased liver enzymes
• Sinus inflammation

Caution 

• Liver patients and those with kidney conditions must inform their healthcare advisor about their medical history before starting treatment. 
• The medication may not be safe for pregnant and breastfeeding women, so ensure the doctor knows about your condition or if you are planning to get pregnant before taking it medicine. 
• Driving under the influence of Ventidox-M Tablet SR can be extremely dangerous. 
• Avoid alcohol during the treatment, as it can affect the efficiency of the medicine and may cause adverse effects. 

Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)

Q1. What are the main components of Ventidox-M Tablet SR?

Doxofylline, a bronchodilator, and montelukast, a leukotriene antagonist, are the main ingredients of this medication. 

Q2. What is the price of a pack of Ventidox-M Tablet SR?

A strip of 10 Ventidox-M Tab SR will cost you ₹82.45. 

Q3. Can I stop Ventidox-M Tab SR when my symptoms are relieved?

No. Do not stop the medication, no matter how much you feel. You should keep taking the medicines until the doctor asks you to discontinue them. 

Q4.What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Ventidox-M Tab SR?

Keep the bottle tightly closed in a clean, dry place, away from direct sunlight. Store it somewhere out of reach of children and pets.  

Q5. Can I take a higher dose than the recommended one for better results?

Higher doses are highly hazardous and can cause severely adverse consequences. So, no! Do not change your doses without the doctor’s approval.  

References

• PubChem. Doxofylline. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/doxofylline 
• Montelukast sodium. South Ruislip, Middlesex: Aurobindo Pharma – Milpharm Ltd.; 2012 [revised 04 Jan. 2018]. [Accessed 25 Jan. 2019] (online) Available from: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/medicine/28170 
• ScienceDirect. Doxofylline. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1094553910000477 
• Montelukast sodium. Whitehouse Station, New Jersey: Merck & Co., Inc.; 1998 [revised Nov. 2014]. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:  https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2014/020829Orig1s068,020830Orig1s070,021409Orig1s045lbl.pdf 
• Pipeline Pharma. Doxofylline+Montelukast [Product Information]. [Accessed 16 Sep. 2024] (online) Available from: https://www.pipelinepharma.com/product-details/doxofylline-montelukast-tablets-for-oral-solution-400-mg-10-mg-173538/ 

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