Description
Bamifix Tablets Specification
Requires Prescription (YES/NO)
Yes
Generics
Bamifylline
Used For
Asthma
How it works
It contains bamifylline, a methylxanthinic derivative with two side chains in position 7 and 8, distinguishing it clearly from theophylline . Bamifylline carries out a bronchospasmolytic action on the smooth musculature and also blocks the action of the bronchoconstriction mediators.
Bamifix Tablets Usage And Safety
Dosage
Bamifylline
Side Effects
Cases of headache or gastralgia were seldom reported. Doses higher than the therapeutical ones can induce the onset of nausea and slight distal tremors disappearing with therapy reduction. Allergic reactions such as urticaria, itching, rash, dermatitis have been observed.
Drug Interactions
No interactions with bamifylline are known, however, those known for theophylline should be considered. Erythromycin, TAO lincomycin, clindamycin, allopurinol, cimetidine, antiflu vaccine and propranolol can increase the serum concentration of theophylline; phenytoin, other anticonvulsants and cigarette’s smoking can decrease theophylline serum levels. The product should not be administered with other xanthinic compounds. Caution should be taken in case of combination with ephedrine or other sympathomimetic bronchodilators.
Indication
It is used in Bronchial asthma, pulmonary affections with bronchospastic component.
When not to Use
It is contraindicated in Acute myocardial infarction. known hypersensitivity to the product and to xanthinic derivatives.
Bamifix Tablets Precautions
Precaution
It should not be administered to neonates and children in the first infancy, patients with severe heart failure, serious hypertension, hepatic and renal insufficiency, gastric ulcer and hyperthyroidism .
Bamifix Tablets Warnings
Warning 1
It should not be administered to children .
Warning 2
Tests on reproduction showed that bamifylline hydrochloride does not influence fertility, pregnancy, lactation and the embryofoetal development. However, it is advisable not to administer the drug during the first months of pregnancy, as a precautionary measure.
Warning 3
Under treatment with bamifylline, during pregnancy, no cases of neonatal toxicity were observed. However, it is advisable not to take the drug during the last days of pregnancy and during lactation .
Bamifix Tablets Additional Information
Pregnancy category
Always consult your physician before using any medicine.
Storage (YES/NO)
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.
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