Seretra 80 Tablet
Seratrodast (80mg)
by Zuventus Healthcare Ltd
strip of 10 tablets
About this medicine
Seretra 80 Tablet is used to prevent asthma. It reduces swelling in the airways and makes breathing easier. Use Seretra 80 Tablet in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Take this medicine 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. The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, rash, dryness in mouth, and abdominal pain. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. If drowsiness happens, avoid driving or attention-seeking activity. Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have liver disease as medicine can affect your liver. 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.
Uses
- Asthma
Benefits
In asthma
Seretra 80 Tablet works by reducing and preventing swelling and inflammation in your lungs. This medicine does not stop an asthma attack that has already started, but prevents its symptoms, such as tightness in your chest, wheezing, breathlessness, and coughing. This allows you to carry out your daily activities more easily and confidently. Keep taking it regularly as prescribed even if you do not have any symptoms, as it may take a few weeks for this medicine to show full effects. Stopping it abruptly may bring back the symptoms.
How it works
Seretra 80 Tablet works by blocking the action of certain chemical messengers that may cause symptoms of asthma and allergies.
How to use
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. Seretra 80 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Common side effects
- Gastrointestinal disturbance
- Headache
- Palpitations
- Drowsiness
- Hepatitis (viral infection of liver)
- Hypersensitivity
- Increased liver enzymes
Safety advice
- AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Seretra 80 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Seretra 80 Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Seretra 80 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- It is not known whether Seretra 80 Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
- KidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
- Seretra 80 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Seretra 80 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
- LiverCAUTION
- Seretra 80 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Seretra 80 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Quick facts
- Chemical Class
- Quinone Derivatives
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Respiratory
- Action Class
- Thromboxane A2/prostaglandin endoperoxide receptor antagonist- Bronchial asthma
Frequently asked questions
How does Seretra 80 Tablet work?
Seretra 80 Tablet belongs to a class of medication called thromboxane A2/ prostaglandin endoperoxide receptor antagonist. Seretra 80 Tablet blocks the broncho-constrictor effects of certain chemicals (prostaglandins) in the body. Seretra 80 Tablet also decreases the inflammation by antagonising the thromboxane A2 receptor
Is Seretra 80 Tablet safe?
Yes, Seretra 80 Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Zuventus Healthcare Ltd
- Salt composition
- Seratrodast (80mg)
- Pack
- strip of 10 tablets
- Dosage form
- Tablet
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.