Theophylline Tablets
Indicated to address airway obstruction, formulated to support bronchial relaxation and to address respiratory distress.
Strengths: 400mg
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Medicine details
- Alternative names
Nuelin SA; Slo-Phyllin
- Therapeutic class
Xanthine derivative
- Pharmacological class
Xanthine
- Contraindications
hypersensitivity to xanthines; peptic ulcer; seizure disorders
- Precautions and warnings
monitor serum levels; caution in hepatic impairment
- Minor side effects
nausea; headache; insomnia
- Moderate side effects
tachycardia; tremor; diarrhoea
- Dosage forms
Prolonged-release tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Norgine
- Onset Time
1–2 hours
- Duration
8–12 hours
- Storage instructions
Store below 25°C in a dry place.
- Drug interactions
caffeine; tobacco; erythromycin
- Age restrictions
Use with caution in children and elderly patients.
Serious side effects
seizures — requires immediate medical attention; cardiac arrhythmia — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Indicated to address airway obstruction, formulated to support bronchial relaxation and to address respiratory distress.
Mechanism of action
Theophylline acts as a bronchodilator by inhibiting phosphodiesterase enzymes, increasing cyclic AMP, which relaxes bronchial smooth muscle and reduces airway inflammation.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: May be used if clinical benefit outweighs risk. Breastfeeding: Excreted into breast milk; monitor infant for irritability.
Theophylline Tablets
Indicated to address airway obstruction, formulated to support bronchial relaxation and to address respiratory distress.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Theophylline
- Listed indication(s): Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Available option
- 180 tablets - 400 mg1214-400-mg-17342