Roflumilast Medication Information

Get detailed information on Roflumilast, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.

The updated prescription information on Roflumilast provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.

You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Roflumilast

Pronunciation : roe FLOO mi last

ICD Code : Y45.9 Therapeutic Classification : Anti- Inflammatory Agents

Trade Names/Brand Names of Roflumilast

International :

Daliresp

Why is Roflumilast Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a phosphodiesterase type 4 (PDE4) inhibitor, prescribed for lung inflammation in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It decreases swelling in the lungs.

When should Roflumilast not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with severe liver impairment, and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Roflumilast?

PO- The recommended dose is one 500 microgram (mcg) tablet per day, with or without food.

How should Roflumilast be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Roflumilast?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver impairment, mental illness, depression, or suicidal thoughts, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during children, pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Patient may develop with increased risk of suicidal thoughts; watch them carefully.

What are the side effects of Roflumilast?

Serious Reactions - Diarrhea, abnormal heart rhythm, lung cancer, prostate cancer, inflammation of pancreas, and kidney failure.
Most Common - Decreased weight, nausea, headache, back pain, sleeplessness and decreased appetite.
Gastrointestinal – - Abdominal pain, indigestion, stomach inflammation and vomiting.
Infections - Nose inflammation, sinus inflammation and urinary tract infection.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle spasms.
Central Nervous system - Tremor, anxiety and depression.