Rufus 500mcg Tablet is used to prevent chronic obstructive pulmonary disease(COPD), group of lung disorders in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked and chronic bronchitis. It works by opening the airways and makes breathing easier.

Rufus 500mcg Tablet is used in the treatment of some breathing disorders due to swelling and redness in the lungs

Uses of Rufus Tablet

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Benefits of Rufus Tablet

In Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Rufus 500mcg Tablet helps the airways in your lungs stay open. It relaxes the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.

Side effects of Rufus Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Rufus

Headache
Weight loss
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Nausea
Diarrhea
Decreased appetite
Abdominal pain

How to use Rufus Tablet

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. Rufus 500mcg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rufus 500mcg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Rufus 500mcg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Rufus 500mcg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Rufus 500mcg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Rufus 500mcg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Rufus 500mcg Tablet is recommended.

Liver

CAUTION

Rufus 500mcg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rufus 500mcg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Rufus 500mcg Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe liver disease.

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Quick tips

Rufus 500mcg Tablet is used to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
It should not be used for sudden attacks of breathlessness (acute bronchospasm).
Consult your doctor if you experience unexplained and significant weight loss while on treatment.
Avoid smoking and minimise your exposure to pollution, dust, and fumes. Along with that, a little exercise each day can help you stay strong.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Benzamides Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

Phosphodiesterase-IV inhibitors (COPD)

Patient concerns

i m suffering from breathing problem cough chest infame . Do tell chronic obstructive pulmonary disease .So tell which medicines should i take to treat this problem.

Dr. Anshum Aneja Arora

Pulmonology

It is less likely you have copd at this age You need detailed check up and spirometry test for same

What is chronic pulmonary thromboembolism?

Dr. Saurabh Arora

Cardiology

U can Google for details

User feedback

Patients taking Rufus 500mcg Tablet

Once A Day

83%

Twice A Day

17%

What are you using Rufus Tablet for?

Chronic obstr*

100%

*Chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD)

How much was the improvement?

Average

100%

What were the side-effects while using Rufus 500mcg Tablet?

Dizziness

33%

Insomnia (dif*

33%

Headache

33%

*Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

Please rate Rufus 500mcg Tablet on price

Average

100%

FAQs

Is Rufus 500mcg Tablet a methylxanthine?

No. Rufus 500mcg Tablet is not a methylxanthine and works via a different mechanism of action

Is Rufus 500mcg Tablet available in India?

Yes. Rufus 500mcg Tablet is available in India in the form of 500 mcg tablet

Is Rufus 500mcg Tablet a steroid/ narcotic?

No. Rufus 500mcg Tablet 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

What is Rufus 500mcg Tablet used for?

Rufus 500mcg Tablet 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)

How does Rufus 500mcg Tablet work?

Rufus 500mcg Tablet 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)

How long does Rufus 500mcg Tablet take to work?

Rufus 500mcg Tablet 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.

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