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Freefil Sr Benefits & Uses

Freefil Sr is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Asthma

Other Benefits

COPD

Freefil Sr Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Freefil Sr Related Warnings

Is the use of Freefil Sr safe for pregnant women?

Freefil Sr has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Freefil Sr safe during breastfeeding?

Freefil Sr has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Freefil Sr on the Kidneys?

Freefil Sr has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Freefil Sr on the Liver?

Using Freefil Sr does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Freefil Sr on the Heart?

Freefil Sr has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Freefil Sr with Other Drugs

Freefil Sr should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Phenytoin

Mild

Rifampicin

Phenobarbital

Freefil Sr Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Freefil Sr unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Freefil Sr

Is this Freefil Sr habit forming or addictive?

Freefil Sr is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Freefil Sr as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Freefil Sr is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Freefil Sr for mental disorders.

No

Freefil Sr Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Freefil Sr

Taking Freefil Sr with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Freefil Sr

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Freefil Sr with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Freefil Sr

Question over 5 years ago

Is Freefil Sr safe to use?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Freefil Sr is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as irritability, epigastric pain, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Freefil Sr work?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Freefil Sr contains doxofylline which is a bronchodilator. It works by inhibiting the phosphodiesterase enzyme that causes smooth muscle relaxation. This results in breathing easily during COPD and bronchial asthma. It has also an anti-inflammatory activity which exerts by reducing pleurisy (inflammation of pleura of lungs) induced by the inflammatory mediator. Hence in this way, Freefil Sr provides relief to the patients from bronchospasm and breathing trouble in respiratory disorders.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Freefil Sr on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Freefil Sr should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well. You are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Freefil Sr cause headache?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Rarely, Freefil Sr causes a headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm, and complete rest. Even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Freefil Sr with fluticasone ?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Freefil Sr can be taken with fluticasone. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.