Milast tablet 500 mcg 10?s works by decreasing swelling in the lungs.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Milast tablet 500 mcg 10?s

Unexplained weight loss

Cough

Joint pain

Loss of appetite

Diarrhea

Headache

Nausea and vomiting

Unusual tiredness and weakness

Dizziness

Stomach pain

Uses of Milast tablet 500 mcg 10?s
What is it prescribed for?

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-Maintenance
This medicine is used for the maintenance treatment of severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD- a lung disease) associated with chronic bronchitis in adult patients.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

Onset of action
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is it habit forming?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported

Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesirable side effects.

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to Milast tablet 500 mcg 10?s or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.

Moderate to Severe Hepatic Impairment
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with moderate to severe liver impairment due to the risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesirable side effects.

General Warnings

Acute bronchospasm
This medicine is not used for the relief of acute bronchospasm since it is not a bronchodilator.

Suicidal tendency
This medicine may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts in some patients. Patients should be monitored closely for any changes in behavior or mood. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Kidney impairment
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with kidney impairment due to the risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Close monitoring of kidney function is recommended while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative might be required in some cases.

Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Weight loss
This medicine should be used with caution due to the increased risk of weight loss. This risk is especially higher in patients with a history of anorexia and/or malnourishment. Close monitoring of weight changes is recommended during treatment with this medicine. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Depression
This medicine should be used with caution due to the increased risk of depressive symptoms, mood changes, changes in behavior, etc. Appropriate patient and caregiver counseling, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, then the missed dose can be skipped. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions
Interaction with Medicines

Erythromycin moderate

Ethinyl Estradiol moderate

Ketoconazole moderate

Rifampicin severe

Fluvoxamine moderate

General Instructions

Take this medicine exactly as instructed by the doctor. Do not take larger amounts than prescribed. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of any severe side effects. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Other details

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

References

medlineplus.gov –
Roflumilast [Internet].
Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a611034.html
[cited 28/7/2020].
2020