Description
| Medicine | |
| Alchohol Interaction | Airz 50mcg Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol. |
| Pregnancy Interaction | Airz 50mcg Capsule is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor. |
| Lactation Interaction | Airz 50mcg Capsule is probably safe to use during lactation. \nLimited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.Long-term use of Airz 50mcg Capsule might reduce milk production. |
| Expert Advice | Inform your doctor if you have any heart disease, heart failure, irregular heartbeats or high blood pressure as glycopyrrolate is known to increase the heart rate (tachycardia). Glycopyrrolate should be used with caution if you have medical conditions such as myasthenia gravis (progressive neuromuscular disease characterized by weak muscles and unusual tiredness), glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye that causes vision problem), overactive thyroid gland, enlarged prostate gland, obstruction of the stomach or bowel causing vomiting abdominal pain, chronic constipation and swelling. Glycopyrrolate should be used with special precautions in case of fever as it may worsen the condition. Avoid alcohol or any medication that may cause drowsiness. Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding. Do not take if allergic to glycopyrrolate or any of its ingredients. |
| Common Side Effect | Visual disturbance, Reduced sweating, Irregular heart beat, Dryness in mouth, Nausea, Vomiting, Dry skin, Photophobia, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Giddiness, Difficulty in urination, Confusion. |
| 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. |
| Driving | Do not drive unless you are feeling well.Airz 50mcg Capsule may affect vision and coordination. This may affect your driving ability. |
| Kidney | Airz 50mcg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Airz 50mcg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | There is limited information available on the use of Airz 50mcg Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor. |
| Mechanism of action | Glycopyrrolate belongs to a class of medications called anticholinergics. It decreases the secretions in the mouth, throat, airways and stomach acid. |
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