It is very important to know about what medicine is given by the doctor, for what condition, and when it needs to be taken in what dose. This information given by the doctor is called Prescription. The patients should be familiar with the medicine prescription, and the details about the medicine before purchasing it and using it. Some medications need not be prescribed by healthcare practitioners and can be purchased and used without prescription by the patients; these are called over-the-counter medications. Read the drug prescription information of Asfree before taking it.
What is Asfree
Prevention and long-term treatment of asthma. It is also used in certain patients to relieve allergy symptoms and to prevent asthma attacks caused by exercise. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Asfree is a leukotriene receptor antagonist. It works by blocking a substance called leukotriene, which helps to decrease certain asthma and allergy symptoms.
Important safety information:
Asfree may cause drowsiness or dizziness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Asfree with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Asfree will not stop an asthma attack once one has started. Be sure you always carry appropriate medicine with you in case of an asthma attack.
Contact your doctor promptly if your short-acting inhaler use increases or if use exceeds the 24-hour maximum prescribed by your doctor. Contact your doctor if your asthma worsens.
Do not decrease your dose or stop using Asfree or other asthma medicines without first checking with your doctor.
If your asthma is sensitive to aspirin or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) (eg, ibuprofen), continue to avoid those medicines as directed by your doctor.
Some patients taking Asfree have developed mental or mood changes, including suicidal thoughts or actions. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as agitation, aggression, hostility, anxiety, depression, strange dreams, trouble sleeping, sleepwalking, tremor, hallucinations, restlessness, irritability, or any unusual change in mood or behavior. Contact your doctor immediately if any signs of suicidal thoughts or actions occur.
Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Asfree before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor right away. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Asfree while you are pregnant. It is not known if Asfree is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Asfree, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
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Asfree side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing or swallowing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, throat, or tongue; unusual hoarseness); chest pain; confusion; dark urine; ear pain; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; flu-like symptoms; irregular heartbeat; mental or mood changes (eg, agitation, aggression, hostility, anxiety, depression, strange dreams, sleepwalking, tremor, hallucinations, restlessness, irritability); new or worsening breathing problems; numbness or tingling of the hands or feet; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; seizures; severe or persistent stomach pain, with or without nausea or vomiting; sinus pain; suicidal thoughts or actions; swelling of the hands, ankles, or feet; tremor; trouble sleeping; unusual bruising or bleeding; upper respiratory infection; yellowing of the skin or eyes.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Generic drug is the basic drug with an active substance in it, and the name of the generic drug is same as active substance most of the times. Like Acetaminophen/Paracetemol is Generic name and it has different brand names like Tylenol, Acimol, Crocin, Calpol etc. All these Brand names contain the same Paracetemol, but the medications are manufactured by different companies, so the different brand names. Generic drug is always cheaper and affordable, and it can be replaced in place of brand name drug prescribed by the healthcare practitioner. The Generic medicine has same properties as branded medicine in terms of uses, indications, doses, side effects, so no need to worry on that. Just select the most affordable generic or branded medicine.
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Asfree - Frequently asked Questions
Can Asfree be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Asfree?
Some medical conditions may interact with Asfree. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have liver problems or if you drink alcohol
if you have a history of mental or mood problems, or suicidal thoughts or actions
if you have been taking a corticosteroid and will be stopping it or lowering the dose
if you are lactose intolerant
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Asfree. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines.
Ask your health care provider if Asfree may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How should I take Asfree?
Use Asfree as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
An extra patient leaflet is available with Asfree. Talk to your pharmacist if you have questions about this information.
Take Asfree by mouth with or without food.
Continue to use Asfree even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
If you miss a dose of Asfree, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Asfree.
Can Asfree be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Asfree be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Asfree, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Asfree. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.
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