Theo-24 Sr
designed to target constricted airways, promoting improved airflow and reducing breathing difficulty.
Strengths: 200mg
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Medicine details
- Alternative names
Nuelin SA; Slo-Phyllin
- Therapeutic class
Methylxanthine
- Pharmacological class
Xanthine Derivative
- Contraindications
hypersensitivity to Xanthines; peptic ulcer disease; unstable epilepsy
- Precautions and warnings
regular blood monitoring required; inform your doctor if you smoke
- Minor side effects
headache; nausea; insomnia
- Moderate side effects
tachycardia; palpitations; gastric irritation
- Dosage forms
Modified-release capsule, hard
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Mylan
- Onset Time
1–2 hours
- Duration
12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
Store at room temperature away from moisture.
- Drug interactions
caffeine; tobacco smoke; st. john's wort
- Age restrictions
Dose adjustment required for elderly.
Serious side effects
seizures — requires immediate medical attention; arrhythmias — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
designed to target constricted airways, promoting improved airflow and reducing breathing difficulty.
Mechanism of action
Theo-24 Sr acts primarily as a bronchodilator by increasing the level of cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP) in smooth muscles. This mechanism relaxes bronchial muscles and exerts mild anti-inflammatory action, making it an effective treatment for chronic airflow obstruction.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Consult healthcare professional. Breastfeeding: May pass into breast milk safely if dosed properly.
Theo-24 Sr
designed to target constricted airways, promoting improved airflow and reducing breathing difficulty.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Theophylline
- Listed indication(s): Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Available option
- 60 tablets - 200 mg674-200-mg-4303