Daliresp

Product intended to target chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and formulated to alleviate respiratory inflammation.

Strengths: 500mg

Medicine details

Alternative names

Daxas

Therapeutic class

Phosphodiesterase-4 Inhibitor

Pharmacological class

PDE4 Inhibitor

Minor side effects

diarrhoea; nausea; weight loss; abdominal pain

Moderate side effects

headache; insomnia; anxiety

Dosage forms

Film-coated tablet

Administration route

Oral use

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

AstraZeneca

Onset Time

2–4 weeks

Duration

24 hours

Storage instructions

Store at room temperature in a dry place.

Drug interactions

rifampicin; phenobarbital; carbamazepine; phenytoin

Age restrictions

Not for use in those under 18 years.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Avoid. Breastfeeding: Avoid.

Contraindications

hypersensitivity; moderate to severe hepatic impairment; severe immunological diseases; severe acute infectious diseases

Precautions and warnings

monitor weight regularly; use with caution in history of depression; discontinue if suicidal ideation occurs

Serious side effects

suicidal ideation — requires immediate medical attention; severe depression — requires immediate medical attention; anaphylaxis — requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

Product intended to target chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and formulated to alleviate respiratory inflammation.

Mechanism of action

This medicine inhibits phosphodiesterase-4, an enzyme involved in inflammatory processes, reducing inflammation in the airways to improve breathing in chronic respiratory conditions.

Daliresp

Product intended to target chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and formulated to alleviate respiratory inflammation.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Roflumilast
  • Listed indication(s): Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Available option

  • 90 tablets - 500 mg1064-500-mg-14813