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Roflumilast
How Roflumilast works
Roflumilast works by relaxing the muscles in the walls of the airways. This opens the airways and makes breathing easier.
Side Effects
Headache, Weight loss, Dizziness, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Back pain, Nausea, Diarrhoea, Decreased appetite, Influenza
Usage
Roflumilast is used to prevent chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Roflumilast a methylxanthine?No. Roflumilast is not a methylxanthine and works via a different mechanism of action
Q. Is Roflumilast available in India?Yes. Roflumilast is available in India in the form of 500 mcg tablet
Q. Is Roflumilast a steroid/ narcotic?No. Roflumilast belongs to a class of drugs called phosphodiesterase inhibitors. It does not have a chemical structure or effects similar to steroids. It does not induce sleep and is not a narcotic drug
Q. What is Roflumilast used for?Roflumilast is used as a maintenance treatment for severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD; a group of lung disorders in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked) in patients with frequent worsening of COPD symptoms (COPD exacerbations) and with long-term inflammation of airways (chronic bronchitis)
Q. How does Roflumilast work?Roflumilast is used to prevent worsening of symptoms in patients with severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD; a group of lung disorders in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked) and long-term inflammation of airways (chronic bronchitis)
Q. How long does Roflumilast take to work?Roflumilast may need to be taken for several weeks to achieve its effects and may vary upon individual response. Please follow advice of your doctor regarding dose and duration.
